Showing posts with label Awards. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Awards. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 09, 2021

First Place Award at Utah Watercolor Society Small Paintings Show

"On Its Last Leg" 4 x 6 watercolor by Roland Lee

I was honored to receive First Place at the Utah Watercolor Society Small Paintings Show for my little painting of a rustic Utah Barn. Called "On Its Last Leg" the old barn has seen both good days and bad days but is still standing. That's pretty much the way I feel. Also exhibited was "Palm Shadow" Seville Spain.

"Palm Shadow" Seville Spain 4x 6 Watercolor by Roland Lee


Monday, October 07, 2019

Roland Lee Painting Wins Award at Watercolor West 51st Annual Exhibition

I was pleased to have my painting, "Railroad Summit" juried into the 51st annual Watercolor West Exhibition. Juror Kieko Tanabe chose the painting which also received a Combined Merchandise Award of $496. The show is on display at the City of Brea Gallery in California.
Watercolor West Award winner Roland Lee watercolor painting "Railroad Summit"

Friday, July 26, 2019

Roland Lee Watercolor "Railroad Summit" in Watercolor West 51st International Juried Exhibition

"Railroad Summit" 10 x 14 Watercolor by Roland Lee in the Watercolor West 51st International Juried Exhibition


Juror Keiko Tanabe selected my painting "Railroad Summit" to be included in the Watercolor West 51st International Exhibition. The show will run from October 12 through December 1, 2019 at the City of Brea Art Gallery in California.

Tuesday, July 23, 2019

Award of Merit Utah Watercolor Society

It was nice to exhibit my painting "Farm Chores" alongside the work of my two sons, Jon and Jim, in the Utah Watercolor Society Small Painting Show July 2019. They both sold their paintings which is always a treat. I received the "Award of Merit" for my painting.
Roland Lee "Award of Merit "Utah Watercolor Society Small Painting Show July 2019
"Farm Chores"

Jon Lee "Castle of Stone" UWS Small Painting Show July 2019 SOLD!

Jim Lee "Wild Tree - Capitol Reef" Plein Air SOLD at the Utah Watercolor Society Small Painting Show July 2019

Friday, May 31, 2019

University Donors Receive Gift of Roland Lee Painting.


My painting "Cliffs of Zion" was purchased by the Dixie State University as a gift to honor Denis and Diane Lyman for their $1 million contribution towards a new geology program and regional center, which will be housed on the top floor of the new $58 million Science, Engineering & Technology building set to break ground in the fall. It will be called the Denis and Diane Lyman Geology program. The couple has been taking geology classes through ICL teacher Rick Miller, which sparked their interest in geology and prompted the gift. Click to see video of the presentation on St. George News.

Tuesday, April 23, 2019

St. George Art Festival 2019

This was the 40th year for the St. George Art Festival and I have been in all of them since the very first one, except for two when we were serving a mission in California. That's a lot of shows! Our old bones were feeling it this year as we hauled paintings, set up display panels and tent, and dodged the hot sun all day. Thanks to our friend Janelle Gailey, and our kids and grandkids who helped a lot. It was nice to touch base with lots of old friends, fellow artists, and wonderful art collectors. I was able to sell all the Mukuntuweap books I brought, art cards, DVDs, giclee prints, and four originals! If that wasn't enough The St. George Art Museum purchased a big Zion painting for their permanent collection. Thanks to everyone who made this show a success.
St. George Art Festival  - Nellie and Roland Lee

My good friend and artist Wally Brazzeal

Roland Lee with Deborah Reeder from the St. George Art Museum and Shane McAffee, Liesure Services Director after purchasing my painting "A Time of Peace" for the Museum permanent collection

Roland Lee with former liesure services director Kent Perkins and Lyman Hafen

Annielaurie Howell and Roland Lee with her new painting

Lola Krumenacher with her new Roland Lee painting

Sunday, February 17, 2019

Dixie Watercolor Society Spring 2019 Show


Congratulations to my good artist friends who participated in the Dixie Watercolor Society Spring Show. Last night at the reception and awards ceremony Karen Bettilyon won Best of Show while Sean Rowley picked up First Place. I have enjoyed painting with both of them for many years. They are quality painters. The show remains on display at Gallery 35 in St. George, UT through Feb 23. Click here for all awards. See more awards below:

Sean Rowley won First Place in the DWS Spring 2019 Show
Best of Show:

Karen Bettilyon for “Fence Line”

Signature:

First Place:  Sean Rowley for “Morning Light on Morro Bay”
Second Place:  Myron Laub for “Morning Fog – Big Sur”
Third Place:  Bill Sherwin for “Chief Weasel Tail”

Honorable Mention:
Eddie Malloy for “Bouquet”
Jan Bown for “Visiting Redwall Cavern – Grand Canyon”
Shari Cannon for “Jazz Drummer”
Glenda Caskey for “Pathway to the Beach”

Associate:

First Place:  Carole Foster for “Mistral and Indigo”
Second Place:  Ray Pittman for “Kestrel”
Third Place:  Maureen Booth for “My Dream House:

Honorable Mention:
Jan Hansen for “Musical Akashic Record”
Daphne Schroth for “Kayenta Quail”
Mike Tabor for “Wise One”
Deb Carter for “Kristen Lost in Thought”
Jean Mooney for “Cool Sun at Bear Creek”

Maureen Booth has been Vice President for four years.  She is the work behind the DWS Shows and has done eight of them!  We are indebted to Maureen for her special touches, organization, willingness to put notice of our shows out to the public, and her efforts to ensure the Shows are a success.  She has been a valued Board Member and great friend.  Thank you, Maureen!

Karen Bettilyon
DWS Membership and Communication 

Sunday, October 14, 2018

Awards at Fall 2018 Utah Watercolor Society



Roland Lee with Award of Excellence at Fall UWS competitio
I was pleased to win an Award of Excellence for my painting "Glorious Morn" at the Fall Utah Watercolor Society Competition. My friend Kristi Grussendorf also won an Award of Excellence with "Navigating the Glass Dome" while my painting buddy Spike Ress took the Best of Show with a big watercolor called "Summer Sky." Thanks to the judge Frank Eber. The show remains on display at the University of Utah Loge Gallery through November 10, 2018.

Roland Lee and Ian Ramsay at the UWS Fall 2018 Show.
Ian's painting "Fourth Street Bridge" won an Award of Merit

Roland lee with Angela Kotter and her husband at the 2018 Fall Utah Watercolor Society Show
Her painting "Shadow of Light, Dinner Delight" won a Juror's Award

Monday, May 14, 2018

UWS Juror's Award 2018 Spring Juried exhibition

Roland Lee received award at 2018 Spring Open Juried exhibition of Utah Watercolor Society

It's always good to be accepted in a juried exhibition but it is especially nice to receive an award. I was notified I have received "Juror's Award" for my painting "Zion Narrows" at the 2018 Spring Utah Watercolor Society Show. Thanks to juror Jeannie McGuire for the consideration.

"Zion Narrows" $200 Jurors Award at 2018 UWS Spring Art Show at VAI institute in Salt Lake City

Thursday, March 15, 2018

Happy Collectors Leave with Paintings

Jill Romney with Roland Lee and painting "Heaps Canyon"

Leslie Layton and Roland Lee with painting "Chessman Columbines"

Two wonderful collectors added new watercolor paintings to their collections today after stopping by my St. George studio. Jill Romney purchased "Heaps Canyon" while Leslie Layton bought "Zion Narrows." Leslie also bought my Utah Watercolor Society best of show award-winning painting "Chessman Columbines." Recently she also purchased my Dixie Watercolor Society Best of Show painting, "East Zion Aria."

Sunday, March 11, 2018

Peoples Choice Award at Dixie Watercolor Society exhibit

I was notified that my painting "Coal Creek received the Peoples Choice Award at the Spring exhibit of the DWS. It was a tie with my friend Eddi Malloy. Thanks everybody. The show was on display at Gallery 35.
"Coal Creek" watercolor painting 14 x 21 by Roland Lee


Sunday, February 18, 2018

Best of Show Dixie Watercolor Society

Nellie and Roland Lee at the Dixie Watercolor Society Exhibit
I was thrilled to win Best of Show at the Spring 2018 Exhibit of the Dixie Watercolor Society. Thanks to Maureen Booth and the other board members who organized the exhibit.
My watercolor painting "East Zion Aria" was the winning painting. Here are the other winners. Thanks to everyone for your hard work.

AWARD WINNERS INCLUDED:

Best of Show:
Roland Lee

Signature Artists:
1st Place: Karen March
2nd Place: Bill Sherwin
3rd Place: Karen Bettilyon

Honorable Mention:
Sean Rowley
Jan Bown
Mary Jane Grow
Michelle Manriquez
Shari Cannon
Eddi Malloy

Associate Artists:
1st Place: Julie Strong
2nd Place: Carole Foster
3rd Place: Ray Pittman

Honorable Mention:
Jan Hansen
Maureen Booth
Bev Mangum
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Saturday, July 22, 2017

Best of Show at Utah Watercolor Society

I was thrilled to hear one of my paintings received Best of Show at the 2017 Utah Watercolor Society Small Works Exhibit held in Salt Lake City, UT. The show will remain on display at Michael Berry Gallery in Salt Lake City through August 11, 2017. The juror for the show is famed western watercolorist Don Weller. My good friend Ian Ramsay won the Award of Excellence.


Tuesday, April 25, 2017

First Place at St. George Art Festival

Over 110 artists and 30,000 visitors showed up for the 38th edition of the St. George Art Festival. I was happy to win First Place in watercolor for my painting "Navajo Loop Trail - Bryce Canyon." Thanks to all who stopped by my display  and a special thanks to some wonderful new collectors who purchased six of my original paintings during
Happy collectors make a happy artist

Roland Lee and first place award at the St. George Art Festival
the festival.

Saturday, February 18, 2017

Off the walls. "Cedar Breaks Overlook" Sold

"Cedar Breaks Overlook" sold at Sears Invitational
I was pleased that my painting "Cedar Breaks Overlook" sold at the Sears Invitational Art Show. My painting "Navajo Loop Trail" also received second place award in watercolor.

Roland Lee with award-winning painting "Navajo Loop Trail - Bryce Canyon"

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

"Best of Show Award" at UWS Show

I was thrilled to receive the "Best of Show" Award at the Fall juried exhibit of the Utah Watercolor Society. My painting "Cliffside Oasis" received the award along with a $500 prize. I was also honored to receive the "Juror's Choice" award for my painting "Misty Morning Zion" a watercolor painting of the Watchman cliff in Zion National Park. The juror was award-winning artist Iain Stewart.
Nellie and Roland Lee in front of his painting "Misty Morning Zion" which received "Jurors Choice" award

Juror Iain Stewart and Roland Lee stand by "Best of Show" painting "Cliffside Oasis."

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

St. George Art Festival Brings New Collectors

BobbieLee Kosuge and her new painting

Thanks to the hundreds of people who showed up at the St. George Art Festival recently. The weather was grand and it was a great day for sales as well. The St. George Art Museum purchased some of my paintings and new collectors added a few more to their collections as well.

Monday, February 15, 2016

Award for Painting at Sears Invitational

My painting"Standing Tall" a 22 x 29 watercolor of Zion National Park won an award and was purchased by Brooks and June Pace at the 2016 Dixie State University Sears Invitational this week. I also sold an 11 x 14 oil painting called "Desert Afternoon."

"Standing Tall" 22 x 29 Watercolor painting by Roland Lee 

"Desert Afternoon" 11 x 14 Oil Painting by Roland Lee sold at the Sears Invitational

Monday, October 12, 2015

Award at Utah Watercolor Society Fall Show

"Red Glow in Snow Canyon," 10 x 14 watercolor by Roland Lee
received Merchant Award at the Fall 2015 UWS exhibit

I was pleased to receive a "Merchant Award" at the fall showing of the Utah Watercolor Society. The award was given to my 10 x 14 watercolor painting, "Red Glow in Snow Canyon." The show is currently on display at the Visual Art Institute in Salt Lake City, and will continue through November 6, 2015.

Friday, April 03, 2015

Sold! Painting Sales at St. George Art Festival

Art Collector Rachel Carignan and artist Roland Lee

"Pine Valley Autumn" original watercolor by Roland Lee 
Art Collector Rachel Carignan purchased my new painting "Pine Valley Autumn." Rachel has collected many other Roland Lee original watercolor paintings in the past. She was on hand at the presentation of my "Excellence in Art" award last night and picked up the painting today at the St. George Arts Festival. Thanks to all who stopped by my display today, and those who attended he award presentation last night at the City Council meeting.
Ken Andersen purchased two paintings from Roland Lee at the 2015 St. George Art Festival