Janine Helton is a watercolor artist who has been recognized in watercolor competitions locally, nationally and internationally. Since childhood she has enjoyed hands-on creative pursuits, but it wasn’t until the fall of 2009 that she began taking watercolor lessons with a local artist in her hometown of St. Charles, Missouri. Janine now paints daily and offers classes in her home studio.

“Beginning with a loose and expressive underpainting, I work in many transparent layers, considering shapes, color, and value. I slowly add details with more precision until I am satisfied that I’ve captured the essence of the subject, the expression on a person’s face, the moment in time. Watercolor painting for me is challenging, relaxing and exciting all at once. I enjoy experimenting with techniques and colors as I continue learning and growing as an artist.”