Saturday, January 10, 2026
11:00am to 12:30pm
Richie Vios, an award-winning Plein Air Watercolor artist, will present a watercolor demonstration showcasing how the four pillars of great painting—Shapes, Values, Edges, and Color—can be used to achieve dramatic and atmospheric watercolor paintings. The image above is the subject for his demonstration.
He will demonstrate how to simplify the watercolor process by emphasizing the importance of learning watercolor consistency and mastering ultimate timing to reach the desired level of watercolor painting you aspire to.
Artist Statement
I believe that the mark of a good artist is to be able to capture the different facets of life in his painting, the mood, ambiance, etc. In a sense, not just illustrating or recording what he sees but expressing what he feels.
The subject in front of me is my inspiration, complemented with my imagination, charged with my passion, and a personal artistic impression embodied in my watercolor works.
Biography
Richie N. Vios SLPAPA, AIS, SWS
Born and raised in Cebu City, Philippines, surrounded by the influence of an artistic family, Richie ventured into academia after earning a bachelor's degree in architecture in 1995, he became a university faculty member.
In 2005, Richie sought fresh prospects and moved to America, working as an architectural designer in Clearwater, Florida, for six years. Upon his return to the Philippines in 2010, he resumed his architectural practice with a vision to harmonize Western architectural principles with Southeast Asian aesthetics. During his architectural practice in the Philippines, Richie dedicated his spare time over the next seven years to honing his watercolor painting skills, a passion that now defines his artistic identity.
Reuniting with his family in Victoria, Texas, in 2018, Richie embarked on a new chapter as a watercolor impressionist and Plein Air artist, reigniting his pursuit of the American dream. Presently residing in Austin, Texas, Richie participates in Plein Air events nationwide and leads watercolor workshops to share his expertise and inspire fellow artists.
Richie is a Signature Member of LPAPA-Laguna Plein Air Painters Association, Member-SWS Southwest Watercolor Society, Member OPS-Outdoor Painters Society and Member AIS-American Impressionist Society.
To learn more about Richie and view his artwork:
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Online registration is required to attend this demonstration
TWAL Member fee: No charge
Non-Members fee: $20 per person
35 attendees maximum
