Women Painters of Washington facts for kids
The Women Painters of Washington is a special group for artists in the U.S. state of Washington. It is a non-profit organization, which means it works to help artists and doesn't try to make money. This group helps women artists grow their skills and share their art.
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How the Group Started
The Women Painters of Washington began on October 6, 1930. Six women artists started the group. They all met in a portrait painting class. This class was held at the Art Institute of Seattle. The Art Institute was an early version of what is now the Seattle Art Museum.
These women artists wanted to work together. They faced challenges because they were women artists at that time. By joining forces, they could support each other. They also wanted to help each other become better artists. They built friendships and learned from one another.
Founding Artists
The six artists who started the group were:
- Elizabeth Warhanik
- Dorothy Dolph Jensen
- Lily Norling Hardwick
- Myra Albert Wiggins
- Anna B. Stone
- Helen Bebb
Early Exhibitions
When the group first started, it was called the Women Artists of Washington. Their very first art show was at the Women's Century Club. This club was located on Capitol Hill in Seattle. After that, they held yearly art shows. These shows often took place at the Frederick & Nelson department store in downtown Seattle. In 1936, the group changed its name to the Women Painters of Washington.
Famous Artists in the Group
Many talented artists have been part of the Women Painters of Washington. Some other well-known members include:
- Ebba Rapp
- Yvonne Twining Humber
- Z. Vanessa Helder
- Doris Totten Chase
The Group Today
The Women Painters of Washington is still active today. The group continues to meet at the Seattle Art Museum. They keep working to support women artists in Washington state.
