Northern Plains Watercolor Society: Members’ 29th Annual Celebration of Light Exhibition and Sale

For Immediate Release: August 27, 2024
Northern Plains Watercolor Society: Members’ 29th Annual Celebration of Light Exhibition and Sale
 
WHO: Northern Plains Watercolor Society
WHAT: Members’ 29th Annual Celebration of Light Exhibition and Sale
WHEN: August 28 - November 30, 2024
ARTISTS’ RECEPTION: September 13 | 5-7pm
WHERE: Dahl Arts Center, Downtown Rapid City

The Northern Plains Watercolor Society (NPWS) Members’ 28th Annual Celebration of Light Exhibition will open in the Inez & Milton Shaver Gallery and Denise Du Broy Gallery at the Dahl Arts Center from August 28 through November 30, 2024. An artists’ reception will be held on Friday, September 13 from 5-7pm. Visitors to the exhibition are encouraged to vote for the People’s Choice Award, which will be announced when the exhibition ends.

NPWS Co-President, Jackie Long, said about the exhibition, “The Northern Plains Watercolor  Society plays a significant role in promoting the art of watercolor painting in the region. It provides artists with a platform to showcase their work, connect with peers, and enhance their skills through various programs and events. The annual art exhibit is a highlight for members, offering an opportunity to display their creations in a professional setting like the Dahl, which elevates the quality and presentation of their work.”
 
Over 50 watercolor pieces will be on display showcasing a cross-section of works created by over 30 artists with a wide range of subject matter from floral to architecture. The juror for this year’s exhibition, Keiko Tanabe, will be selecting the 16 awards for this year’s show. Tanabe is a world renowned self-taught artist and an appointed member of the advisory board of the American Watercolor Weekly, a member of the National Watercolor Society, American Watercolor Society, and the American Impressionist Society. 

For more information visit the website or contact [email protected].

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For More Information:
Noah Geiger
Rapid City Arts Council
605.394.4101 x2
[email protected]

The purpose of the Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is to champion the power of art to bring all kinds of people together, making art more accessible, more integral and more inspiring for the communities we serve. RCAC was established by community leaders in 1968 and officially partnered with the city in 1974 to manage the Dahl Arts Center and expand arts and cultural resources. RCAC creates and supports diverse programming in exhibitions, performances, and educational classes. Supported by individual donors and organizations such as the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, John T. Vucurevich Foundation, the South Dakota Arts Council through the South Dakota Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts, and others, RCAC is committed to enriching the community's artistic and cultural experiences. Located at 713 7th St in Downtown Rapid City, the center offers free admission and is open Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. Discover more at rapidcityartscouncil.org.