# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Historical Development of Watercolor Painting with Jean Stern | Opening Day Lecture
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 01:30 pm – Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 02:30 pm
- **Event Description**: The Historical Development of Watercolor Painting with Jean Stern | Opening Day Lecture

SATURDAY | APRIL 4 | 1:30 – 2:30 PM
NORMA KERSHAW AUDITORIUM | OPENING DAY LECTURE

Trace the rich history of watercolor painting in this fully illustrated lecture led by Mr. Jean Stern, Director Emeritus of The Irvine Museum. From ancient cave paintings and medieval manuscripts to Renaissance innovations and modern techniques, learn about the evolution of water-based media including watercolor, gouache, and tempera. The lecture concludes with a special focus on the California Watercolor Style, from its roots in the 1920s to contemporary works today.

This program is made possible through a generous bequest by Lynda Thomas (1950-2021).

Ticketed Event: Members $15 | General $20 Questions? Email programs@bowers.org or call 714.567.3677. Proceeds benefit Bowers Museum Education Programs. Tickets are non-refundable.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-ana/the-historical-development-of-watercolor-painting-with-jean-stern-|-opening-day-lecture/200029847797414
- **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 21

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Santa Ana
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Bowers Museum
- **lat**: 33.763354
- **long**: -117.86807
- **full address**: Bowers Museum, 2002 N Main St,Santa Ana, California, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Historical Development of Watercolor Painting with Jean Stern | Opening Day Lecture being held?
  - **A:** The Historical Development of Watercolor Painting with Jean Stern | Opening Day Lecture takes place on Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 01:30 pm to Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 02:30 pm at Bowers Museum, 2002 N Main St,Santa Ana, California, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Historical Development of Watercolor Painting with Jean Stern | Opening Day Lecture?
  - **A:** The Historical Development of Watercolor Painting with Jean Stern | Opening Day Lecture is organized by Bowers Museum.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Historical Development of Watercolor Painting with Jean Stern | Opening Day Lecture is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Santa Ana, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Historical Development of Watercolor Painting with Jean Stern | Opening Day Lecture sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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