Jan Min is driven by the pleasure he finds in creating atmosphere and lighting found in the land-and seascapes around him. Using different tones and values, he captures the beauty that inhabits the
places he visits, giving them a sensitivity that is strengthened with a latent poetry, which he strives to convey to the viewer’s eye. Most of them are places he visits or has visited and which captivated his attention. Sometimes the subjects are places he would love to visit again, while
standing in his studio. Since 2015 he is a co-founder of IWS Holland and since 2022 has been the President of this organization. He shows his works around the world in many exhibitions, as well as having won numerous awards (latest: Fabriano International Watercolor
certificate of Merit and a Merit Award in the NWS/RWS, Exhibition inEdinburgh). He is an International jury member, gives many demos and workshops, both live and online, is a respected teacher and has many publications in well known magazines, as well as his own published book: Catch the Light. President IWS Holland, Signature Member PWSA, Master Member IWS World, Brand Ambassador Daniel Smith, Baohong Master Brand Ambassador

André Kano began his artistic career at an early age, distinguishing himself in academic drawing courses and soon being invited to teach at the same institution. In 1989, he relocated to Portugal, where he established a successful graphic design company with abroad client base. Despite his accomplishments in design and advertising, his true professional focus lies in painting, particularly watercolor. His commitment to the medium has led to the development of a distinctive and refined technique, marked by precision, control, and a deep understanding of the watercolor process. These qualities have contributed to his international recognition. He regularly exhibits his work across Portugal and abroad, and is actively involved in teaching watercolor and painting through classes, demonstrations, and workshops in both national and international settings.

Jansen Chow has held 25 solo exhibitions, participated in more than 400 joint exhibitions at home and abroad, won more than 80 international awards, and was affirmed by 9 world watercolor gold medals. His works are widely collected permanently in many important art museums, and private collectors at home and abroad. He is currently the international brand ambassador of DANIEL SMITH in watercolor and oil (USA), the international brand ambassador of ESCODA (Spain), the founder and adviser of IFAM Global, the international signature member of American Watercolor Society (AWS), National Watercolor Society (NWS) and Louisiana Watercolor Society (LWS). He is also the curator of the 1st Malaysia International Watercolor Biennale in 2018 and the art advisor of the Malaysia International Online Juried Art Competition from 2020 to 2025.

Richard is a Sydney-based watercolor artist with a Master’s degree in Oil Painting. Elected Member of CSPWC. He has exhibited in solo and group shows across Europe, the North America, Asia, and Australia, and has been profiled in the renowned French journal The Art of Watercolor. With over 70 international awards, including the First Prize at the International Watercolor Masters (UK), the A.J. Casson Awards (First Prize) at the 96th and 99th CSPWC annual exhibitions, the Mary Lind Award (Top 3) at the National Watercolor Society (NWS) Member Exhibition (USA), and the Golden Brush (First Prize) at the International Watercolor Competition in Poland, his work reflects a deep understanding of cultural diversity and individual uniqueness. Richard’s art often explores the emotional and spiritual dimensions of his subjects, capturing moments of profound human connection and storytelling. His pieces are celebrated for their technical mastery and the ability to evoke powerful emotions. Beyond his achievements, Richard is a dedicated mentor and advocate for the art of watercolor. He is frequently invited to lead workshops, deliver lectures, and serve as a juror at international art competitions, inspiring artists and audiences alike with his expertise and passion for the medium.

Founder & Organizer of Watercolor Golden Brush. Bachelor’s degree in business economic, Master’s degree in visual Arts and also the Master’s degree in art history and globalization from Lyon II University. Founder of the micro-enterprise New Road 2 Art which functions as both an exhibition organizer and a virtual gallery. She has organized and curated around twenty group and solo exhibitions for artists both in physical and virtual formats in different country, and also she has participated in solo and group exhibitions throughout Europe, USA and Asia.

Diploma in Applied Arts. Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts from Paris I University. Worked as a graphic designer and creative artist in advertising in Paris. Self-taught watercolorist for 18 years. Lives and works in Lyon, exhibiting her works throughout France and internationally. Teaches drawing and watercolor year-round at her studio in Lyon 06. Co-founder of Watercolor Golden Brush. Co-founder of the association Papiers7. Registered with the Maison des Artistes.

Born in 1961 in Lyon, France. He is a self-taught painter and sculptor. He studied biology before entering the Ecole Normale to become a teacher. Since the 1990s, he has exhibited his works in numerous solo and group exhibitions in France, Switzerland, and Taiwan. He has also been organizing a national short story competition for 23 years and sometimes collaborates with writers. He participated in the collection: ‘Raretés des 7 collines’ with the poet Olivier Deschizeaux, Edition Jean-Pierre Huguet.

Cursus Aggregation in Linguistics, Master’s degree in Art History from Sorbonne University Paris III, Sorbonne Paris III University. Graduate Diploma in Language and Culture of the Far East, Lyon III University. Worked in advertising and film companies in Paris. Self-taught watercolorist and travel sketcher.

Master’s degree in Economic and Social Administration. Has worked in corporate communication and graphic design for 15 years. Self-taught visual artist specializing in watercolor for over 10 years, her artistic training is based on experimentation, curiosity and practice. Recently experimenting with paper sculpture. Lives and works near Lyon, organizes weekly watercolor classes and workshops in her studio, exhibits throughout France and Europe. Member of the Papiers7 association.