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Susan Neas: Mosaic Watercolor Paintings

October 20, 2025 - December 12, 2025, Central Library

 Susan Neas - Painting 1

The City of Newport Beach Arts Commission is pleased to present the stunning artworks of local artist, Susan Neas. After retiring from a successful career as a graphic artist and co-owner of Thomas Printers in Costa Mesa, Susan transitioned her focus to her personal artwork, dedicating full-time to her craft. In 2020, she refined a distinctive “mosaic style” using either watercolor or acrylic paint.

This exhibit features whimsical patterns and vibrant colors of unique compositions that escape reality. Susan begins each painting without predictability, always resulting in a one-of-a kind surprise. Many of her paintings may be hung vertically or horizontally. You can find her art on repeat when it’s printed on wallpaper or fabric.

Fun Fact: This unique style was born from fear of committing to starting and finishing an entire painting. Accessing her technical expertise and a deep love for the fluid, organic qualities of paint, this irrational fear created an exciting technique that fueled her inspiration and motivation to create.

Artwork copyright ©Susan Neas
All Rights Reserved

Upcoming Installations

2025

  • December 15 - February 6, 2026: Hugo Zhang (Photography)

2026

  • February 9 - April 3: Soung Park
  • April 6 - May 29: Dennis Carrie

To have artwork considered for an exhibition at the Central Library, download and fill out the Application for Consideration Art

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