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Kim Johnson AWS, NWS, WW, WFWS
Award-winning Watercolor Artist

"The Girls On A Windy Day"


Selected for Publication
Splash 13: Alternative Approaches

 

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Originally from Sioux City, Iowa, Kim Johnson discovered her love for the creative process at a young age.  On the advice of family and friends concerned that she have a 'real career', Kim completed her degree in psychology before pursuing her real passion - watercolor.

   

"For four days I threw paint, dropped paint and pushed paint, and watched with a grin as shapes developed, shadows became deeper and eyes, noses and mouths emerged.  
Thanks Kim, it was fantastic!"
Janet

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"The watercolor workshop with Kim Johnson Nechtman was a delightful learning experience.  Not only did I benefit from Kim's demonstrations and near encyclopedic knowledge of the craft, but I received personal suggestions regarding my work as I progressed on a painting..  Kim has a natural, relaxed manner which certainly made it easy to experiment without feeling threatened or inadequate. 
I highly recommend her classes."
Claudia

 

"I started taking art classes and it was so exciting!  I loved creating paintings and amazed myself with my accomplishments.  The whole process, from the composition to drawing to painting, is thrilling!"

From her home now in Phoenix, Arizona, Kim continues to nurture her natural talent with watercolors to convey the complex colors and fragile moods of her subjects.  Through the guidance of her early mentors – George Zien, Diane Maxey, Bill Lundquist, Charles Reid and Ted Nuttall – Kim has developed and enriched her style of capturing the essence of her subjects.  Her award winning work is enjoyed by both private collectors and corporate offices. 

Kim is a signature member of AWS, NWS, WW and WFWS.  She has expanded her work to include instructional and demonstration sessions.  To find out more about 'Studying with Kim' opportunities, click here.

 

 

Upcoming Workshops

  • January 11, 2012 - Portrait Painting
    Arizona Art Alliance
    Scottsdale, AZ
    10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Cost: $65 per person
     

  • February 24, 2012 - Portrait & Animal Painting
    Arizona Art Alliance
    Scottsdale, AZ
    10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Cost: $85 per person
     

  • March 8, 2011 - Demonstration
    Arizona Art Alliance
    Scottsdale, AZ
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
     

  • March 10, 2011 - Portrait Painting
    AWA Workshop
    The Beatitude Church (7th Ave & Glendale)
    Phoenix, AZ
    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
     

  • Tuesdays with Kim
    Phoenix, AZ
    Tuesdays, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    email kim@kj-art.com for details

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Recent & Upcoming Showings

  • 2011-2012 “Best Of AWA”
    December 16, 2011 - April 8, 2012
    Mesa Arts Center, Mesa, AZ
    - Merchant Award for "Deep Thinker"

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Contact Kim Johnson-Nechtman at: kim@kj-art.com

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