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    • Saturday, August 01, 2026
    • Wednesday, October 21, 2026
    • Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums (MPHA) Clubhouse, 905 Conway Ave., Las Cruces.
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     REGISTER FOR :
    Making Art with Collage
    Saturday Mini Workshop
    with Laurel Weathersbee, NMWS 
    Reg opens Aug 1st for members; 
    Oct 1st for non-members

    Description:

    Begin and complete a torn paper landscape collage, using materials provided by the instructor. You will receive a foamcore support board,  handcolored watercolor papers, glues, and tools to use.  Bring nothing but your brown bag lunch (plus your palette and brushes IF you desire to add some detail).  Iced tea and brownies will be provided. 

    Fee which includes ALL supplies:

    • Members $60 
    • Non-Members $75

    Maximum: 12 students.  Minimum: 10 students

    Registration:

    • Opens August 1, 2026 for Members. 
    • Registration for non-members opens October 1, 2026

    Registration deadline:  October 21, 2026 at 6 pm

    Location: This workshop will be at the Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums (MPHA) Clubhouse, 905 Conway Ave., Las Cruces.  Look for the clubhouse sign and balloons.  

    In town: Take Main Street south to Conway, turn right on Conway, turn left into Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums, turn right on the first street. The Clubhouse is on the left. Parking spaces are in front of the Clubhouse or in front of the park at the clubhouse.

    From El Paso: Take Hwy. 10 to Las Cruces, exit at #142/University Exit. Turn left on University. Go under the overpass, turn left on Main St. Turn right on Conway. Take Conway to the Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums.

    *Cancellations: Workshop is limited to 12 students, first come, first serve. If you need to cancel, you will receive a full refund only if your space is filled from the wait list.

    Sponsored by the NM Watercolor Society's Southern Chapter.  

    • Saturday, October 03, 2026
    • 12:01 AM
    • Monday, January 04, 2027
    • 11:59 PM
    • Mesilla Heritage Park Condo Clubhouse, 905 Conway, Mesilla Park
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    REGISTER FOR Drawing Workshop 3:
    "Animals and More"

    A four session SC Mini Series with Sue Davis
    Tuesday mornings in January 2027

    This workshop will explore various ways to approach drawing animals. Experimentation with different mediums to create both realistic and loose renderings will be emphasised.

    Drawing cats, dogs, birds and other animals will be highlighted.

    Action, construction, and structure as part of the drawing process will be presented.

    A detailed pdf explaining the concepts and activities to be presented that week will be emailed to each participant. There will be demonstrations and exercises which focus on the weekly topic.

    A soft pastel kit is included as instruction will be provided on how to use this medium to create loose, expressionistic drawings.

    Fee including all supplies: Members $165 Non-Members $180

    When: Tuesday January 5, 12, 19, 26 from 9:30-12:30

    Maximum: 12 students.  Minimum: 10 students

    Where: This workshop will be at the Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums (MPHA) Clubhouse, 905 Conway Ave., Las Cruces.  Look for the clubhouse sign and balloons.  

    Registration: Opens October 3, 2026 for Members. 

    Registration for non-members opens December 3, 2026

    Registration deadline: January 4, 2027


    Very Short Instructor Bio:  Sue is a graduate of the American Academy of Art in Chicago and has been teaching at the college level for over 14 years. She draws every single day and enjoys helping others discover the simple joy of sketching. Sue believes that knowing how to see and draw well is the foundation for creating believable paintings

    Directions: 

    In town: Take Main Street south to Conway, turn right on Conway, turn left into Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums, turn right on the first street. The Clubhouse is on the left. Parking spaces are in front of the Clubhouse or in front of the park at the clubhouse.

    From El Paso: Take Hwy. 10 to Las Cruces, exit at #142/University Exit. Turn left on University. Go under the overpass, turn left on Main St. Turn right on Conway. Take Conway to the Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums.

    Questions: 
    Regarding registration,
    please contact workshop chair Leslie Gurley at mtnparadise134[at]gmail.com  505-490-0183 

    Regarding art and supplies, please contact the instructor, Sue Davis at suekaydavis[at]gmail.com 630-305-4144

    Sponsored by the NM Watercolor Society's Southern Chapter.  

New Mexico Watercolor Society

P.O. Box 11604
Albuquerque, NM 87192
Contact - nmwatercolorsociety[at]gmail.com

New Mexico Watercolor Society - SC

PO Box 1571
Las Cruces, NM 88004-1571
Contact - nmwatercolorsociety[at]gmail.com

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