Lois Watson‘s technique for painting involves no paint. Rather, various handmade and specialty art papers are utilized in a unique process of tearing, cutting and layering the papers to create a “painting.” She creates some of her own marbled papers specifically for use in her art and has been collecting handmade papers for more than 30 years which are also used in her art. Her paper collages are created with the hope that they will bring joy and a sense of wonder, both in the subject and in the medium itself.
About the Artist
Lois’s love for architecture and art have enabled her success in the architectural rendering business since 1995 and in the field of fine art since 2010 through her unique paper collages. A self-taught artist in both fields, she continues to explore and implement new mediums and styles. Her attention to detail and unique style makes each piece a one-of-a-kind work of art.
Lois’s background in the corporate arena employed her with the skills and ability to manage large projects and work well on teams, appealing to large development projects, yet the nature of her work, producing art, makes her inviting to the homeowner for their home portrait. Her architectural renderings have been used in projects from Pennsylvania to Louisiana; California to South Carolina and the Bahamas.
Lois shows her paper collages in local Wilmington, NC shows and has won several awards, including People’s Choice 2025, 2024 and 2022 in the Wilmington Arts Association Spring Show and Sale. Her work can be seen at Gallery Citrine in downtown Wilmington.
She is a member of the Wilmington Arts Association and the Art League of Leland.
Lois lives in Wilmington, North Carolina where she works out of her home studio. Her work is greatly influenced by the beautiful coastal area she calls home.
