TUCSON, Ariz.—Artists in residence at Watermark Retirement Communities are inspiring others with their talents as Expressions 2021 becomes available to the public. For over two decades, the full-color wall calendar has annually celebrated active aging and the arts, showcasing paintings, photos, woodworking and other creative achievements by 12 featured artists as well as dozens more.
All artists represented reside at a Watermark retirement community, where opportunities abound to explore a variety of creative, social, educational and cultural pursuits.
The cover artist is Dolores Singler, who painted the watercolor “Beautiful Flowers.” Singler resides at The Preston of the Park Cities in Dallas, Texas.
Monthly artists featured for 2021 are:
- Chester Wojtecki, “Quiet Creek,” The Fountains at Millbrook, Millbrook, N.Y.
- Sandra Cheverie, “Crane in the Wild,” Joshua Springs Senior Living, Joshua Springs, Ariz.
- Rosemary Weiler, “Summertime,” St. Andrew’s Village, Aurora, Colo.
- Doris McDaniel, “Water Wheel,” Rose Tree Place, Media, Penn.
- Martin R. Levy, “Fused Glassworks,” The Hacienda at the Canyon, Tucson, Ariz.
- Liliane Blumenberg, “Otterly Adorable,” The Hacienda at the River, Tucson, Ariz.
- Darlene DeWoody, “Tropical Blossom,” Raincross at Riverside, Riverside, Calif.
- Terry Wright, “Antiques and Curios,” The Fountains at Canterbury, Oklahoma City, Okla.
- Betty Glover, “Musical Waves,” The Fountains at The Albemarle, Tarboro, N.C.
- Patty Drumtra, “Two Birds,” The Watermark at Southpark Meadows, Austin, Texas
- Joy Lethbridge, “Sunrise,” Legacy at Clover Blossom, Rochester, N.Y.
- Shirley Spitler, “Feeding Frenzy,” The Fountains at La Cholla, Tucson, Ariz.
In addition to the featured artists, 24 others residing at Watermark communities were awarded honorable mentions.
“The Expressions calendar is more popular than ever,” said David Barnes, Watermark president and CEO. “Our artists’ impressive works show what it means to thrive in retirement. They create a portrait of the possibilities that blossom in communities offering connection with others, exploration and opportunities for personal growth.”
Complimentary copies of the Expressions 2021 calendar are available at more than 50 Watermark retirement communities coast to coast. For a complete list of locations, please visit watermarkcommunities.com. To view the calendar and submissions by location, visit the online gallery at watermarkcommunities.com/expressions-2021-creativity-from-the-heart/
About Watermark Retirement Communities®
Watermark creates extraordinary communities where people thrive. We believe ageing is about renewal rather than retirement. Watermark communities are known for highly trained and caring associates, a lifestyle built on choice, fine amenities, integrative wellness and innovative programs including the award-winning Watermark University featuring a wide variety of engaging classes for residents and area seniors. Watermark has been named in the top 25 Best Workplaces for Aging Services in a national program conducted by the Great Place to Work Institute and published on Fortune.com. A privately held company with a reputation for over 30 years for service, innovation, integrity and financial stability, Watermark
