Local artist Dianne Hickerson has three watercolor paintings included in a recently published art book, The Artistic Touch 6, edited and published by Chris Unwin. About 150 works were selected from across the United States and the United Kingdom. “A collection of today’s finest contemporary artworks” is Unwin’s description of the book. She adds, “Each painting in this book is a story told with passion. The use of beautiful, subtle color combinations, exquisite use of lines and unusual, sometimes complicated compositions will entertain you and make you think as well as feel the emotions expressed by the artists.” The artists featured in the book comment on their work, and explain their inspiration and technique.
Hickerson’s work includes “Rose Bowl Three,” featured on a two-page layout that introduces the section “Nature’s Beauties.” Her “Apricots & Sweet Peppers” appears inside as well as being featured on the back cover of the book. Her third included piece is “Breath of Spring.” All three paintings appear in the artist’s web site www.diannehickerson.com.
Hickerson, a signature member of the Transparent Watercolor Society of American (TWSA) is a town of Sweden resident. She taught third and fourth grades at Brockport Central School for 33 years. After retiring, she pursued watercolor painting. Over the years her work has appeared in major exhibitions around the U.S. and Canada, and in books and magazines. Many of her paintings are on display at Red Bird Café on Main Street, Brockport.
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