September 2025 Member of the Month
Meet Vanessa Thorman
Vanessa Thorman is a self-taught watercolor artist known for her intricate, lifelike portraits of birds and wildlife. She began painting during the COVID-19 pandemic, after trying a watercolor tutorial at the urging of her daughter—and quickly fell in love with the medium. In just five years, her dedication and skill have earned her national recognition, including First Place at the Mark Arts National Watercolor Exhibition and the ScholARTship Award from the National Watercolor Society. Through her work, Vanessa seeks to create moments of stillness and connection between viewers and the natural world, with the hope of inspiring a deeper sense of care and wonder for the species she portrays.
Website: www.VanessaThormanWatercolor.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_thorman_watercolor/
A Sampling of Vanessa's Work
