Bellingham painter wins top watercolor honor

Carol Weiss says she isn't one to hit the ceiling when she wins an art award, but the longtime Bellingham resident overcame her fear of flying to accept one of the nation's most prestigious watercolor honors.

Weiss recently became a signature member of the American Watercolor Society and attended the 143rd annual exhibit in New York City in May. It was the third time she was selected for the elite show, qualifying her for signature status, but it was the first show she attended.