Items created and added to this shop are controlled directly by David R. Smith, using the hassle-free order management platform ShopKeepEasy.



About me

David began his artistic journey studying Chinese Brush Painting in the United States and China.  A decade later, he was introduced to Westernpainting.  Ever since, he has been hooked on watercolour painting, and has become a popular artist and instructor nationally and internationally, as well as a sought-after juror.  David is the recipient of the Skyledge Award (the highest recognition awarded by the Transparent Watercolour Society of America), an award winner and signature member of the American Watercolour Society, signature member of the National Watercolour Society, and his work has earned him numerous “Best of Show” awards, signature memberships, showings in galleries and museums across the United States and abroad, and inclusion in publications including Fine Art Connoisseur, International Artist, and multiple editions of SPLASH – The Best of Watercolour.

With over 25 years of experience as a public school teacher, he is skilled at breaking down complex concepts and skills into easily learned chunks and now enjoys helping workshop participants find success with watercolour.  As much as he loves to paint, he has found sharing his watercolour passion through instruction even more gratifying and he is most rewarded when he hears a frequent comment: “This is one of the best workshops I’ve ever taken.”

The printed items are made to order in the UK and dispatched within 72 hours to your door. Postage is £3.50 to UK residents