About Frederic Whitaker

  • Biography

    The following is from Jan Jennings, Art Director/Writer of The Frederic Whitaker and Eileen Monaghan Whitaker Foundation, San Diego, CA. www.whitakerwatercolors.com

    FREDERIC WHITAKER, N.A.

    Frederic Whitaker (1891-1980) won more than 150 awards for his representational watercolors. He was an Academician in the National Academy of Design*. He served as president of the American Watercolor Society* from 1949-1956, revamping its format to involve more member participation and upgrading the status of annual exhibitions. In 1943, he organized Audubon Artists*, Inc., an art society designed to represent all voices in the visual arts. He served as officer/board member of numerous other national and regional...

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