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MAY 2022, NEW WATERCOLOR AVAILABLE: Debra is pleased to present her newest watercolor, "Courtyard Summer." This floral display originated during the COVID summer when all of us experienced the unexpected limitations of quarantine. During such times, it's reassuring to find beauty close to home, in the planters on the courtyard filled with summer blooms and foliage. Cards featuring "Courtyard Summer" are now available in our Marketplace.

MARCH 2022, NEW CARD AVAILABLE: As waves crash on the shore, tiny sanderlings scurry along the wet sand. These birds seem to love letting the waves come close before their black legs race away from the water's edge. What better name than "Wave Dodgers" -- now available in our Marketplace.

AUGUST 2021, THE EDMONDS ARTS FESTIVAL JURIED ART SHOW: After skipping last year due to COVID, the community welcomed the return of this signature event, August 27th-29th. Debra's watercolor "Atop Cathedral Hill" was accepted into the juried art show -- and was among the works purchased by enthusiastic fans of the arts.

ALSO IN AUGUST, A SHOWING IN EDMONDS: during the entire month of August, the Cafe Louvre at 210 5th Avenue S. in downtown Edmonds exhibited 11 of Debra's watercolors -- 9 originals and 2 canvas-wrap prints. We're deeply grateful to Haifa, owner of Cafe Louvre, for her enthusiastic and generous support for local artists. Make sure to thank her next time you visit!

MAY 2021, NEW CARD AVAILABLE: We're pleased to offer one of Debra's popular floral abstract watercolors, "Sunflower Abstract No. 1," now available for the first time in high quality 5 x 7 greeting cards. Add a splash of bright color to any special occasion. Visit our Marketplace to order.

JANUARY 2021, SHOWING IN EDMONDS: During the entire month of January, the Cafe Louvre at 210 5th Avenue S. in downtown Edmonds exhibited ten of Debra's watercolors -- 9 originals and 1 canvas-wrap print. Once again, our special thanks to Haifa, owner of Cafe Louvre, for her tireless support for local artists.

DECEMBER 2020, NEW WATERCOLOR ANNOUNCED: In the heart of downtown Edmonds on a silent winter night, with snow flurries swirling in the light of a street lamp: Just in time for winter, Debra presents her newest watercolor, "Flurries on Main," now available in our Marketplace, in high quality greeting cards and color prints

OCTOBER 2020, SHOWING IN EDMONDS: We're pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind showing of 10 Debra Bollen watercolor prints at the Red Twig Cafe at 5th Avenue S. and Dayton Street in downtown Edmonds. Not only is this Debra's first showing at the Red Twig, but it's also the first exhibition of her work reproduced as prints on canvas. For information and pricing, contact us at dkbollenwatercolors@gmail.com.

AUGUST 2020, MOBILE WEBSITE IMPROVEMENTS: If you've tried viewing this website on a smartphone, you know there have been a few "missing pieces." We're pleased to say we've made some recent improvements in how the site displays on your phone. Give it a try, and send us your feedback by email: dkbollenwatercolors@gmail.com.

JULY 2020, SHOWING IN EDMONDS: During the entire month of July, the Cafe Louvre at 210 5th Avenue S. in downtown Edmonds exhibited ten of Debra's framed watercolors -- 9 originals and 1 print. Special thanks to Haifa, owner of Cafe Louvre, for her enthusiastic support for local artists.

JULY 2020, NEW WATERCOLOR ANNOUNCED: It's one of the welcome signs of summer in the Northwest -- the incomparable colors of hydrangea blossoms. To celebrate this long-awaited season, Debra presents "Summer Blue." Cards and prints are now available in our Marketplace.

MAY 2020: We're pleased to announce that "Skagit Splendor" is now available in greeting cards and prints. Please visit our Marketplace.

MARCH 2020, NEW WATERCOLOR ANNOUNCED: Just in time for spring, Debra has recently completed her newest watercolor, "Skagit Splendor," vividly capturing one of the most beautiful sights in the Pacific Northwest: the patchwork glory of the Skagit Valley tulip fields.

NOVEMBER 2019, NEW WATERCOLOR ANNOUNCED: Debra is pleased to announce that her newest watercolor, "Atop Cathedral Hill," is now available in greeting cards and prints. This tranquil hilltop scene places the viewer above the beautiful Ebey's Landing on Whidbey Island, aglow in the light of the western sun.

In other news: During November 2019, Debra had two of her newest watercolors, "Atop Cathedral Hill" and "Fanfare," on display at the Cafe Louvre at 210 5th Avenue S. in downtown Edmonds. She's proud to share the exhibition with fellow students of Joan E. Archer.

SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2019, ARTS OF THE TERRACE JURIED ART SHOW:

At the close of a busy summer and the beginning of fall, Debra was pleased to have her newest watercolor, "Sidewalk Salsa," accepted for exhibition at the Arts of the Terrace Juried Art Show which took place September 21st through October 5th at the Mountlake Terrace Library. For details on this festival, visit https://mltarts.org/artsoftheterrace/.

JUNE 2019, NEW WATERCOLOR ANNOUNCED: Just in time for summer in Edmonds, Debra is pleased to announce that her latest watercolor, "Sidewalk Salsa," is now available in greeting cards and prints. Anyone familiar with Edmonds should be able to recognize this sun-drenched sidewalk scene! "Sidewalk Salsa" transports the viewer into the heart of Edmonds' charming downtown district.

In other breaking news: Debra is pleased to announce that "Fresh Pie," released last October, has been accepted into the Juried Art Show at the 2019 Edmonds Art Festival. This prestigious annual festival is one of the most popular arts events in the Pacific Northwest and attracts a huge and enthusiastic crowd to the Francis Anderson Center in downtown Edmonds over Father's Day Weekend. Visit https://www.edmondsartsfestival.com/ for details.

MAY 2019, EXHIBIT AT MOUNTLAKE TERRACE LIBRARY: Debra's artwork was featured in a solo exhibit at the Mountlake Terrace Library during the entire month of May. This marks her second opportunity to display at this location. The library is located at 23300 58th Avenue West.

APRIL 2019, NEW WATERCOLOR ANNOUNCED: Debra's newest watercolor is appropriately titled "Fanfare." Think of it as a fanfare for spring, with a full calendar of community art events in the coming months (stay tuned later this month for updates). "Fanfare" is now available in cards and prints.

JANUARY 2019, SHOWING IN EDMONDS: During the entire month of January, the Cafe Louvre at 210 5th Avenue S. in downtown Edmonds exhibited ten of Debra's framed watercolors -- 7 originals and 3 prints. Debra is grateful to Haifa, owner of Cafe Louvre, for her enthusiastic support for local artists.

NOVEMBER 2018, NEW WATERCOLOR ANNOUNCED: Debra's newest watercolor, "Catch the Light," is now available in prints and greeting cards. We're accepting orders on our Marketplace page. "Catch the Light" transports you to a sun-dappled birch grove as a gentle breeze rustles the leaves around you.

OCTOBER 2018, NEW WATERCOLOR ANNOUNCED: Debra's newest watercolor, "Fresh Pie," is now available in cards and prints, and we are now accepting orders on our Marketplace page. The location shown in "Fresh Pie" should be familiar to anyone who has visited the charming Whidbey Island town of Coupeville -- a reminder of the simple joys of a cup of coffee, a slice of pie, and the Puget Sound breeze!

SEPTEMBER 2018, ARTS OF THE TERRACE JURIED ART SHOW: Debra Bollen is pleased to announce that her recent watercolor, "Making Arrangements," was accepted into this show, which took place at the Mountlake Terrace Library September 22nd through October 7th, 2018.

AUGUST 2018, NEW WATERCOLOR ANNOUNCED: Debra Bollen is pleased to announce a new watercolor, "Making Arrangements," available in cards and prints. Please visit our Gallery page to view this new work. We are accepting orders for cards and prints on our Marketplace page.

JULY 2018, NEW WATERCOLOR ANNOUNCED: Debra Bollen is pleased to announce that her recent watercolor, "Thistle Dance," is now available in cards and prints. Please visit our Gallery page to view this new work. For ordering details visit our Marketplace page.

JUNE 2018, EDMONDS ART FESTIVAL AND JURIED ART SHOW: This annual celebration of the arts took place June 15-17, 2018, in downtown Edmonds, Washington. Debra Bollen was pleased to have two watercolors, "Sunflower Abstract No. 2" and "Swift Sunrise," accepted at one of the most prestigious art shows and festivals in the Pacific Northwest.

MARCH 2018, THE MOUNTLAKE TERRACE LIBRARY: Debra Bollen was invited to exhibit 9 of her original watercolors at the Mountlake Terrace Library for the entire month of March, 2018.