Donna Huneke, Watercolorist
I am primarily a self taught artist. I began my journey by taking an adult education class at my local high school. There I learned the basics: what brushes to use, what colors to choose, how to mix colors and how to apply paint to canvas. Although I began painting with oil, I quickly switched to watercolor and never looked back.
Instructional books, workshops, and art clubs have been my main learning tools. I have also benefitted greatly from interaction with fellow artists. I find the art community very generous and enthusiastic about sharing. Taking advantage of these opportunities, rejecting the fear of failure and happily practicing my craft have been my roadmap to growth.
I have been fortunate to display my watercolors in shows, competitions and solo exhibits.
I have enjoyed the fellowship of artists through membership in the Saint Louis Area Art Club (formerly Society of Independent Artists) and Saint Louis Watercolor Society. In 2002 and 2003 I curated art exhibitions for the Archdiocese of Saint Louis at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church in Bellefontaine Neighbors. I illustrated, co-created and co-self published a children's book, "The Funny Monkey Meets Santa Claus".
These projects have been very rewarding and have inspired me to continue to strive toward improvement at my craft. For me, watercolor is a lifelong and joyous learning experience.
Instructional books, workshops, and art clubs have been my main learning tools. I have also benefitted greatly from interaction with fellow artists. I find the art community very generous and enthusiastic about sharing. Taking advantage of these opportunities, rejecting the fear of failure and happily practicing my craft have been my roadmap to growth.
I have been fortunate to display my watercolors in shows, competitions and solo exhibits.
I have enjoyed the fellowship of artists through membership in the Saint Louis Area Art Club (formerly Society of Independent Artists) and Saint Louis Watercolor Society. In 2002 and 2003 I curated art exhibitions for the Archdiocese of Saint Louis at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church in Bellefontaine Neighbors. I illustrated, co-created and co-self published a children's book, "The Funny Monkey Meets Santa Claus".
These projects have been very rewarding and have inspired me to continue to strive toward improvement at my craft. For me, watercolor is a lifelong and joyous learning experience.