Category Archives: Painting

Legends of St. Francis

Posted on December 30, 2017 by Jo Myers-Walker

Before my knee surgery in October I needed to be grounded to have a successful outcome. I had been working on the Mercer project and was worn out and having knee pain. I started reading some of the legends surrounding … Continue reading →

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Mercer mural revealed

Posted on October 27, 2017 by Jo Myers-Walker

Thank you to everyone who came to the ribbon cutting for the new mural at Mercer Park Aquatic Center! The mural, a colorful cityscape, is made of Lexan™ panels with interactive moving parts inspired by STEAM topics (Science, Technology, Engineering, … Continue reading →

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IWS 2017–2018 Traveling Show

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Jo Myers-Walker

The Iowa Watercolor Society’s Traveling Show is a selection of works from a variety of Iowa artists, chosen each year from the Society’s juried exhibition. I’m honored to have one of my paintings (After the Rain, We Play, shown here) … Continue reading →

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Painting roses in Amana

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Jo Myers-Walker
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Return to the country retreat

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Jo Myers-Walker

During our workshops at the “Coverdale Art Institute” Mike says he hears a lot of laughter as people are relaxed and following along. We begin looking at the yard with a view finder, noticing the light on trees and flowers, … Continue reading →

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Another window view

Posted on June 27, 2017 by Jo Myers-Walker

Another window view, painted when I was supposed to rest the knees. I am watching the construction of the Chauncey building which will be next to the parking ramp shown on the left. Staging for the construction has taken over … Continue reading →

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Window on the world

Posted on May 2, 2017 by Jo Myers-Walker

When I’m at home I do my morning meditation at the window. It is so peaceful and a great way to get in touch with nature from the 11th floor, where I see the snow, rain and birds, helicopters, planes, … Continue reading →

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The “Coverdale Art Institute”

Posted on March 21, 2017 by Jo Myers-Walker

These photos are from our retreat at the Coverdales’ farm home earlier this month. The “Coverdale Art Institute” all started with Mike giving Judy a Christmas present of painting with me for a day. Their home was a retreat for … Continue reading →

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Scenes around the city

Posted on March 7, 2017 by Jo Myers-Walker
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Our Lady of the Prairie

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Jo Myers-Walker

I traveled to Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat near Wheatland, Iowa to facilitate a workshop on Contemplative Prayer in Watercolor, as part of a Winter Sabbatical for Religious Sisters. It was a restful day of painting and writing in … Continue reading →

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