Judy's Art Calendar
Current & Upcoming Events
Heartland Horizons
December 1st, 2024--May 27, 2025
Visual Arts Center
Washington Pavilion
301 S. Main Avenue
Sioux Falls, Sd
Artist Reception
Thursday, April 10
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
This exciting group exhibition is all about America's Heartland--its landscapes, its people, its history and its future. Regional artist (including me!) share their unique perspectives on the values, traditions and stories that shape the very soul of the region.
Three pieces of my artworks will be in this show including Color Fields pictured below.
Don't miss this special exhibition which celebrates America's Heartland. Check it out HERE.
Homeland
Women Artists of the West55th National Juried Exhibition
March 6--May 4, 2025
Custom House
Museum & Cultural Center
200 South 2nd Street
Clarksville, Tennessee 37040
Women Artists of the West is an organization by women and for women. Its goal is to encourage, inspire and promote profession women artists. To become a member of WAOW, you must go through a rigorous jury process to meet their standard of excellence. I am proud and honored to be an associate member of WAOW and to have two artworks selected for this prestigious exhibition .
All American Line up
Six Cowpokes
Artist in Residence
Watercolor Painting with Judy Thompson
Orange City Public
Library112 Albany Ave SE
Orange City, IA 51041
6:30--8:00
March 18
Please come paint with me during this open studio time at the Orange City Library. These fun, informal sessions begin with a short review of key painting concepts and/or techniques which we can explore and practice. The majority of time will be spent working on the projects you bring to class. I will be available to help you by offering critiques, answer your questions and to give individual instruction as requested.
Each studio session is independent from the others and participants can register for as many or as few dates as they wish. Fee is $10.00 per class. Intermediate/advance level. Students must bring all their own materials.
Learn more and register HERE.
Great Plains Watercolor Society
2025 Members Only Show
April 4-26, 2025
Rehfelds Modern
431 N. Phillips Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Public Reception
April 4, 2025
5:00--8:00 p.m.
The Great Plains Watercolor Society is showcased in this exhibition in downtown Sioux Falls. . Awards will be given by juror Ron Thurston in three categories: beginner, intermediate and advanced. There will also be a special People's Choice Award so be sure to view the show and cast your vote before April 10th. All artwork is for sale from April 4th--26th.
The Great Plains Watercolor Society consists of enthusiastic like-minded painters who have joined together for learning, encouragement, and fun. It's a great place to grow as a watercolor artist.
My entry is pictured above: Granite Grandeur, 24x24" Watercolor with Charcoal.
Orange City Arts
Regional Art Exhibit 2025
April 5 - May 3, 2025
Free and Open to the Public
9:00 a.m.--10:00 p.m.
Awards & Artist Reception
Saturday, May 3rd
6:30--7:30 p.m.
Northwestern College DeWitt Theatre Arts Building
721 Albany Ave SE
Orange City, IA 51041
This juried exhibition showcases regional artists residing within a 350-mile radius of Orange City, IA. and features 2-D and 3-D works in all media. The art show will be in conjunction with NWC Theatre Department's adaptation of Arthur Miller's An Enemy of the People. 
Quilted Prairie. ©Judy Thompson
Artists were encouraged to explore the theme "Stewards of Creation," celebrating the beauty of creation while reflecting on our responsibility to protect and nurture it. My selected piece, Quilted Prairie, speaks to responsibility we have to cultivate the land while at the same time preserving it in all its beauty and richness.
For past events, please visit my RESUME.