Paintings from My Travels - Watercolors by John Warner

John Warner creates watercolor paintings of coastal landscapes and seascapes from Canada to Mexico; Hawaii to California; and the Mediterranean. His inspiration comes from the ever changing light and reflections of bodies of water. It is important to John to paint only from his own sketches and photos; this methodology focuses his vision into a very personal sense of place. John says his love of watercolor began as a youngster visiting the galleries in Carmel, California. His aunt and uncle lived in Carmel. When the families got together on the holidays, they'd explore the beaches and art galleries. As an aspiring artist, John was enthralled with the unique environment. John says that to this day the Monterey Peninsula and Big Sur Coast continue to amaze and stimulate him to capture its rugged beauty. Artist Reception: Saturday, April 14, 2-5 ------------ Plein air oil painter, Lenona Winter, is featured in April’s Small Works Showcase. Winter will be exhibiting 15 landscape, seascape and still life works up to 12” x 16” in size.