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Paul Shain Art Brief Update 6 October 2025

Published 8 months ago • 1 min read

The Watercolor Art Society-Houston's (WAS-H) Annual Members Exhibit runs through October 29. My Reflections IV received an Honorable Mention award.

Reflections IV, acrylic on paper, 12”x16” (matted, in a 16”x20” frame).

This is one of a series I created for a show titled Reflections at WAS-H earlier this year. Its sibling, Reflections I, was also awarded an Honorable Mention.

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The Menil Drawing Institute Wall Drawing Series – I attended the opening for the current piece. This mural was created by Gladys Nilsson and will be on display through August 9, 2026. It is impressive not only for its size but it's whimsical execution. I recommend it highly and also recommend first watching the discussion between the artist and the curator on YouTube. (You can see the back of my head on the far right side of the front row.)

Two events where I and others will display our work

October 18, 12-6: WAS-H Art Market (1601 W Alabama St). Many members will offer work in watercolor and acrylics. There will be other arty-crafty items such as notecards and paperweights available.

October 26 1-5: Art Square Studios on Almeda Open Studio (5301 Almeda Rd, parking available behind building off Oakdale). About 20 artists in my building will open their studios to the public. There is parking on the street and in the lot behind the building.

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