SC Watercolor Society's 29th Annual Exhibition

Local artists JoAnne Anderson of Belton and Rosemary Moore of Honea Path have works of art that were chosen to be in the SC Watercolor Society's 29th Annual Awards Exhibition. Other artists from the upstate include Jeanet Dreskin, Lynn Greer, & Carole Tinsley of Greenville; Randy Armstrong of Greer; Michael Slattery of Taylors; Janet Galusza of Anderson; Barbara Stitt and Steve Garner of Simpsonville. Of the 172 entries that were submitted by society members statewide, the juror, Martha Mayberry, selected 52 paintings for the exhibition. The top thirty paintings received $9,325 in awards. With a Bachelor of Arts (Studio Art) from Converse College the juror, Martha Tonissen Mayberry, has been the Registrar and Associate Curator of Prints and Drawings at the Mint Museum of Art in Charlotte, NC since 1977. In her juror's statement, Mayberry said, "I am pleased with the diversity within the exhibition and believe that it represents a group of talented artists. In selecting works, I tried to concern myself not only with the timeless considerations of color, composition, drawing and interesting imagery but also originality of expression, the exploration of mixed media and unique narrative." JoAnne Anderson said, "Art is about who we are and what we have to say. A place within us knows what this is and how to express it. I've discovered that the best way for me to find this special place is to give up conscious control of the process and let the painting lead. If the painting takes over and I allow myself to follow, then -- and only then -- will anything expressive occur. This vital transition can be evasive and temperamental. It can be invited and coaxed, but never forced." Rosemary Moore said, "A love of color and a desire to create something that is enjoyable to myself and others is my inspiration. Art gives me a focus for life experiences and it helps to create a balance and harmony in an otherwise chaotic world." The South Carolina Watermedia Society (SCWS), the largest statewide visual arts guild, nurtures and promotes South Carolina artistes by providing exhibition opportunities and educational programs. They also provide the public with many quality art experiences including exhibits and art program for all ages.
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JoAnne Anderson	Rosemary Moore
Janet Galusza	Lynn Greer
Carole Tinsley

The Belton Center for the Arts is a community arts center striving to provide the greater Belton area with quality cultural programs and educational opportunities in the creative arts. The Center is located at 300 North Main Street in Historic Downtown Belton, South Carolina. Gallery Hours are Wed-Friday 10:00 am-5:30 pm and Saturday from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. For additional information please contact the Belton Center for the Arts (864) 338-8556.