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20th Annual Open Competition: Jan. 10 - Feb. 4, 2006
Ralph Waterhouse, of Waterhouse Gallery in Santa Barbara

Juror: Ralph Waterhouse

Originally from England, Ralph Waterhouse is a painter and gallery owner whose paintings have been described as having a feeling of serenity which reflects his love of the natural environment.

His work has been featured in articles in leading magazines and on BBC Television in England. leading to international recognition.

Ralph has participated in many one-man and group shows in United States and Europe, some of which have raised money for environment.

In the early 90's Ralph was asked by the British Consul in Los Angeles to present Margaret Thatcher with one of his paintings as a memory of her visit to California.

The late afternoon and early morning sunlight have a special quality which Ralph loves to capture on canvas and he spends as much time painting "en plein-air" as possible.

Each year, artists from all over Ventura County compete in this prestigous competition. Over $1,000 in cash prizes.
This year, we are please to annouce that Ralph Waterhouse, of Waterhouse Gallery in Santa Barbara, has agreed to juror the Open Competition.
See winners from 2004 & 2003