bahrainthismonth.com | JULY 2025 20 A Splash Celebration July heralds World Watercolour Month, a vibrant global artistic festivity conceived by Charlie O’Shields and supported by Doodlewash in 2016. Artists of all skill levels are invited to pick up brushes and join the 31‑day challenge: paint and post daily – or as often as you wish. Beyond creative exploration, the initiative champions arts education, benefitting the International Child Art Foundation, which helps nurture young creativity worldwide. As we celebrate USA in Bahrain, this American‑originated initiative underscores the global impact of US creativity and philanthropy. Bahraini readers are encouraged to join the challenge, blending local tradition with US‑born inspiration. Engaging in World Watercolour Month here, using the hashtag #WorldWatercolorMonth amplifies American soft‑power: promoting creativity, education and cross‑cultural dialogue. It provides an artistic bridge between US communities and Bahraini enthusiasts, advancing shared values of global citizenship, education and creative expression. World Watercolour Month celebrates spontaneity, creative growth and community. Participants can paint indoors or outdoors with friends, try new techniques, introduce children to the medium or simply resume a dormant art practice. Whether creating a daily masterpiece or sharing quick sketches, each stroke contributes to a kaleidoscope of global creativity while raising vital awareness for arts in education. The movement originated when Mr O’Shields noticed July lacked official recognition despite the passion surrounding watercolour. After submitting a petition – supported by over 18,000 annual applications – July was officially declared World Watercolour Month. Since then, sponsors, artist ambassadors and giveaways have joined the cause, with all profit and proceeds supporting ICAF during the month. The ethos is simple but powerful: embrace regular practice, enjoy the process and foster creativity in others. With daily prompts available, newcomers and seasoned painters alike find inspiration. Whether sharing personal work or celebrating peers, participants contribute to a global gallery, forging a supportive creative community. USA IN BAHRAIN
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