Reception & Celebration of Robert Sakson

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Reception & Celebration of Robert Sakson

2026 GSWS Exhibition Honors Artist Bob Sakson

at D&R Greenway Land Trust

Garden State Watercolor Society (GSWS) will honor artist Bob Sakson in a special showing of his art at D&R Greenway Land Trust, from January 5 to February 4, 2026. Bob Sakson (1938-2020) was a celebrated New Jersey watercolor artist and teacher, an Emeritus Member of GSWS, and a prestigious Dolphin Fellow of the American Watercolor Society. Known for en plein air realism, Bob spent his life capturing the beauty of New Jersey in scenic landscapes or historical sites.

This exhibition continues to showcase his paintings of familiar and timeless scenes: Allentown and historic Walnford (Monmouth County Park), Cassville, Colliers Mill, Lambertville, Mount Airy, Stockton, Titusville, Washington Crossing, several South Jersey shore scenes, as well as Churchtown, Pennsylvania.

A reception is scheduled for Sunday, January 11, from 2-4pm at the Johnson Education Center. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome to attend.

The 36 original works were generously donated by Carla Sakson to GSWS to honor her husband, Bob. The paintings are mostly unmatted and unframed, at sizes of 18×20 inches and larger. Sales from the show are to benefit both nonprofits: 65% will fund future GSWS artist awards in honor of Bob, and 35% will support D&R Greenway Land Trust in their mission of preserving and caring for the land and to inspire a conservation ethic.

D&R Greenway Land Trust is located at One Preservation Place, Princeton, New Jersey. The public is encouraged to visit the art galleries on weekdays, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Entrance is free. Closed holidays and weekends. Visit www.drgreenway.org or call ahead at 609-924-4646.

BACKGROUND:

Garden State Watercolor Society has led a community of artists and inspired generations of art enthusiasts. The society’s founding goal is to encourage painting in watermedia and provide educational and exhibition opportunities for artists and residents of NJ, PA, NY or DE. GSWS holds 3-4 exhibitions a year including our largest endeavor, the Annual Open Juried Exhibition; an online Members Exhibition; Small but Mighty Exhibition, and occasionally a live Art Sale via pop up gallery. In 2023, they donated a permanent exhibit of botanical-style watercolors of items grown onsite at Point Breeze, Bordentown NJ. The exhibit is inside the Discovery Center at the former estate of Joseph Bonaparte, c.

Over its existence, GSWS has been a beacon for award-winning artists to inspire generations. The nonprofit organization’s goal is to encourage painting in water media, provide educational and exhibition opportunities for adult artists of NJ, PA, NY and DE. Please visit www.gswcs.org.

About D&R Greenway Land Trust: D&R Greenway Land Trust is an accredited nonprofit that has reached a new milestone of over 22,000 acres of land preserved throughout central New Jersey since 1989. By protecting land in perpetuity and creating public trails, it gives everyone the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. The land trust’s preserved farms and community gardens provide local organic food for residents of the region, including those most in need. Through strategic land conservation and stewardship, D&R Greenway combats climate change, protects birds and wildlife, and ensures clean drinking water for future generations. D&R Greenway’s mission is centered on connecting land with people from all walks of life. www.drgreenway.org; info@drgreenway.org. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Bob Sakson, Walnford 12 x 18”

Bob Sakson, Stony Brook 15 x 20”

Bob Sakson, The Convert 20 x 29”

Original Artwork makes a fabulous purchase to support NJ Open Space!

36 Sakson Original Watercolor Paintings for Sale!
January 5 to February 4, 2026
D&R Greenway Land Trust • Princeton, NJ

Celebrate the life and work of Robert “Bob” Sakson, a beloved Emeritus member of the Garden State Watercolor Society and a prestigious AWS Dolphin Fellow. Known for his gifted plein air style, Bob spent his life capturing the beauty of central New Jersey’s landscapes.

Own a piece of this legacy through the 36 original watercolor paintings offered for sale, which were generously donated by Carla Sakson to honor Bob’s memory by funding GSWS Artist Awards. These works are 18×20 inches and larger, provided unmatted and unframed.

Thirty-five percent of all proceeds will be donated to the D&R Greenway to support their mission preservation and care for the land and inspire a conservation ethic.

Please contact D&R Greenway Land Trust at 609-924-4646 to reserve yours or stop by during business hours to explore the beautful collection of individual items available!

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