Artist Debra Wick is presenting a new series of hyper-realistic watercolor paintings focused on the intricate physics of raindrops at the Redlands Art Association. The exhibition, running from April 18 to May 15, showcases Wick’s unique self-taught technique involving masking fluid and layered washes to capture atmospheric reflections, alongside her earlier works and functional art pieces like painted umbrellas and pillows.
This local showcase highlights the importance of community art associations in fostering late-career artistic development and regional education. Wick, a former floral designer who began formal training after retirement, now serves as an instructor and active member of multiple regional Inland Empire art organizations, illustrating the vital link between local galleries and the cultivation of grassroots artistic talent.