The society was incorporated in February, 1976. Its founder and first President was Jerry McClish, well-noted
watercolorist. The Gold Coast Watercolor Society fosters the art of watercolor
painting by informing and educating the general public. Its exhibitions,
lectures, and painting demonstrations provide access to the best that
is currently being done in the medium.The
Gold Coast Watercolor Society offers a variety of activities and is best
known for its workshops taught by nationally recognized artists. 'Paint-ins'
with live models and lectures with 'see-how-it's done' demonstrations
by selected artists are offered.The
Gold Coast Watercolor Society also provides the opportunity to have members'
artwork displayed at an annual membership show and juried exhibitions.
Throughout the year members' paintings are shown at local libraries and
other public places. Beyond
the local scene, the Gold Coast Watercolor Society provides information
about tri-county shows and national art events to encourage participation
by interested members.Gold
Coast Watercolor Society is the only organization in Broward County dedicated
to watercolor art media. With approximately three hundred members from
the Tri-county area, it provides a friendly, cooperative climate for learning
and meeting with fellow artists at all levels of ability and interest. The
public is invited to share in Gold Coast Watercolor Society programs.
Membership is open to all persons interested in the art of watercolor
media. Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month October through May at 7:00 P.M. at
ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale. For further information, call Linda M Tornabene, Membership Chairperson.
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