Upcoming events

    • June 13, 2025
    • June 14, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • Zoom - Online
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    Online workshop via Zoom

    Friday and Saturday, June 13 & 14, 2025

    Painting Light & Contrast in Watercolor

    Workshop by 

    Björn Bernström

    Björn Bernström is a visionary in the world of watercolor—a full-time artist whose mastery of light and fluidity places him among the Nordic region’s most celebrated contemporary painters. His works pulse with contrast, harmony, and an effortless grace that captures the raw essence of his subjects. A sought-after instructor, Björn has spent 15 years sharing his expertise across the Nordics, Europe, Australia, and North America, leaving an indelible mark on the watercolor community. His artistic journey has traversed shifting landscapes—both literal and thematic. From the quiet majesty of Nordic wilderness to the weathered solitude of abandoned barns, his brush breathes life into forgotten spaces. A deep connection to American culture and music infuses his work, giving rise to evocative cityscapes and hauntingly apocalyptic urban visions. But at the heart of every piece lies a singular pursuit: the interplay of light and mood, the delicate alchemy of pigment and water in perfect motion. Born in 1966, Björn refined his craft in art school in the mid-90s before immersing himself fully in the world of watercolor. Between 2014 and 2019, he played a pivotal role on the board of the Nordic Watercolor Society, representing Sweden. Over the years, his work has graced more than 100 exhibitions, both at home and abroad—each one a testament to his evolving exploration of color, contrast, and storytelling. In addition to his artistic practice, Björn has been invited to serve as a jury member for numerous major watercolor exhibitions, further cementing his influence and expertise in the field. 

    • September 08, 2025
    • September 14, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Doubletree Downtown Orlando, 60 S. Ivanhoe Blvd., Orlando, FL 32804
    • 8
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    Lessons in Realistic Watercolor: Still Life

    with Matthew Bird, AWS, NWS, TWSA



    4 Days - September 8th - 11th • 9AM - 4PM

    Matthew's Bio

    Workshop Info

    • September 08, 2025
    • September 11, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Doubletree Downtown Orlando, 60 S. Ivanhoe Blvd., Orlando, FL 32804
    • 6
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    Kathleen Giles
    AWS, NWS-M, TWSA, WIW, PWS, NFWS, WHS

    Creating Depth & Drama in Watercolor

    4 Days - September 8th - 11th, 9am - 4pm

    You will explore the importance of value & composition, with an emphasis on seeing and painting the contours of subjects to help you paint them realistically. Using a limited palette, Kathleen will demonstrate the mixing of triads and explain the importance of grays to enhance the glow of the painting.



    • September 10, 2025
    • September 11, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • Doubletree by Hilton Orlando Downtown, 60 S Ivanhoe Blvd, Orlando, FL
    • 8
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    2-Day Workshop with Janet Rogers
    AWS, TWSA, FWS-D

    Loose, Expressive Florals &
    Figures 
    in Watercolor

    Wednesday & Thursday, September 10 - 11, 2025,

    9:00am - 4:00pm


    Fresh Flowers for all will open this creative watercolor workshop - progressing to The Figure on second day.  Gesture, expression, color and design will be a focus.  Janet shares easily and has been a National and International Instructor for workshops for over 30 years.


    • September 10, 2025
    • September 11, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • Doubletree by Hilton Orlando Downtown, 60 S Ivanhoe Blvd, Orlando, FL
    • 14
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    Impactful Watercolor Compositions

    with Judy Saltzman

    AWS, NWS, TWSA, FWS, ASMA, WIW

    Wednesday & Thursday, September 10 & 11, 2025

    9:00am - 4:00pm

    Dive into an exciting 2-day workshop with Judy Saltzman, where creativity takes center stage.  Discover Judy’s signature layering, splattering, and pouring techniques that are FUN and ensure your paintings with depth and drama. Through step-by-step demonstrations, personalized guidance, and provided reference images, you will build confidence and elevate your artistic vision.   

    Supply list will be provided with registration.  


Past events

April 17, 2025 Demo by Judy Saltzman
March 09, 2025 Demo by Björn Bernström
February 24, 2025 Matthew Bird Demo Replay
February 20, 2025 3rd Thursday Artist Demonstration by Matthew Bird - FWS MEMBERS
September 20, 2024 Round-Trip Bus Service to and from Exhibition Reception "A"
September 20, 2024 Exhibition Review Tickets - Stephen Quiller
September 19, 2024 2024 ANNUAL CONVENTION - LIVE
September 19, 2024 2024 Volunteers for FWS Convention
September 19, 2024 Bev Yankwitt 1-day watercolor painting workshop
September 19, 2024 2024 Convention Walk-ins
September 18, 2024 Donna Morrison 2-day watercolor painting workshop
September 18, 2024 Bev Yankwitt 2-day watercolor painting workshop
September 16, 2024 Stephen Quiller, Watercolor Painting Workshop, 4 days
September 16, 2024 Kim Johnson Nechtman, 4-day Watercolor Painting Workshop
June 07, 2024 Hazel Soan 2-day Online Watercolor Painting Workshop
May 31, 2024 2024 ANNUAL CONVENTION - VIDEO REPLAYS ONLY
September 30, 2023 2023 GALA AWARDS DINNER TICKETS ONLY
September 29, 2023 2023 ANNUAL CONVENTION - LIVE
September 29, 2023 2023 ANNUAL CONVENTION - VIDEO REPLAYS ONLY
September 29, 2023 2023 EXTENDED ANNUAL CONVENTION - LIVE
September 29, 2023 Volunteers for FWS Convention
September 29, 2023 Bargain Bazaar 2023
September 29, 2023 Vendor Trade Show Booths
September 27, 2023 Teresa Kirk - The Beauty of the Mark
September 27, 2023 Kathy Durdin - Expressive Portraits and Dynamic Composition
September 25, 2023 Lunch Box Orders
September 25, 2023 Andy Evansen - Bold and Loose Watercolors
August 24, 2023 Fealing Lin Fresh and Loose Watercolor Portraits
May 08, 2023 Distinguished Signature Application
April 30, 2023 ConFab - Jackii Molsick and Fran Mangino on Whiskey Painters
February 26, 2023 ConFab Last Sundays
January 14, 2023 2023 Online Show Exhibition Review & Awards Presentations with Bob Burridge


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