Julie N. led the festivities and made the announcements for the winners. There was a god turnout for the reception and food and wine was delicious.

As I viewed the exhibition, it was a delight to see such varied subject matter. As is the case with most exhibitions, there were more prize winners than there were awards to be given. The paintings I chose to honor showed an excellent level of technical ability in the control and understanding of the watercolor medium, as well as the handling of light. In addition, there were many stories being told, which is an added positive aspect, when viewing someone’s statement, exposed in a piece of art work. These stories also serve to draw the viewer in, while looking at a piece of art work.

Thank you for the honor of judging this fine exhibition. I wish all artists contributing art to exhibitions, to keep on painting and entering your work in competitions, even when the result is not what you were hoping for. Keep in mind that all judging is subjective and stand by your work. Congratulations to all the winners, for your exceptional work. 
Cheryl A. Fausel

George Stuart … Merit Award for “The Birth of Beauty” George also won a $100 Blick Art Materials Gift Certificate and $70 Legion 2 Stonehenge Blocks.
Joan Lok … Merit Award for “Laugh, Sleep, Repeat” Joan also won Daniel Smith Box of 24 Half Pan plus bonus box and Legion block of Stonehenge.
Mike Malloy … Merit Award for “Tuscan Discovery”
Mike also won $200 Silver Brush gift certificate, Daniel Smith 6 pack of watercolors “All that Shimmers” Jean Haines.
Melody Lozano … Honorable Mention for “The Path”
Melody also won a 12 tube set of Holbein watercolors, $14 Legion 6×6 panel and a check from Our Central Florida Watercolor Society.
Richelle Jarc … Honorable Mention for “Between The Lines”
Richelle also won a $250 QoR Gift Certificate, $14 Legion Panel 5×7 and a check from our Central Florida Watercolor Society!
Susan Grogan … Third Place for “Follow Mama” Susan also won a $290 M GRAHAM Gift Certificate, a $45 Sam Flax Gift Card, and a check from our Central Florida Watercolor Society..
Teresa Chin … Second Place for “Secret Nocturnal Visitor” Teresa also won a $300 Tom Jones Check, $35 Sam Flax Gift Card and a check from our Central Florida Watercolor Society.
Mary Ellen Carrier … First Place for “Crystal Waves” Mary Ellen also won $400 Silver Brush Gift Certificate , $60 Gift Certificate Sam Flax and a check from our Central Florida Watercolor Society.

Natalie Brooks-Dourte … BEST IN SHOW for “Round About Sunrise” Natalie also won a $400 Siver Brush Gift Certificate, a $300 Chartpak Gift Certificate, and a check from our Central Florida Watercolor Society.

Pamela Chock … People’s Choice for “Magic Sands Beach” Pamela also won a $50 Sam Flax Gift Certificate, a Daniel Smith 6 pack of Watercolors, and a Legion Stonehenge Block

A HUGE THANK YOU TO MARY ELLEN OUR TALENTED AND HARD WORKING SHOW CHAIR!

AND SPECIAL THANKS TO ANN OUR PUBLICITY CHAIR FOR ALL THE SPECIAL SPONSOR AWARDS AND GIFTS. AND A VERY BIG THANK YOU TO OUR WONDERFUL SPONSORS! All of the artists were delighted to recieve their gifts and look forward to creating new masterpieces with your products!

That’s a wrap!!! A good time was had by all! CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERS!👏👏👏

To view the annual show online: 2025 Annual Show Online

We will see you at the next reception at CityArts on March 20, aka the Third Thursday event.

Time: 4:40 – 9 pm.

Location: 39 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL 32801