Vielsa Harding - painter

 Vielsa Harding is native of the Republic of Panama. She is married with three children. She

completed a college degree in Early Childhood Education, taking courses in fine art and

drawing as part of her coursework. She also took Watercolor classes and experimented with

acrylic on 3-D material, helping herself with books, online videos and workshops.

Once her three sons were grown, she began dedicating more time to painting, expanding her

body of work to include Oil, Soft Pastels, and Mixed Media. She loves painting a variety of

subjects, from landscapes, to portraits, to flowers, and birds. With God’s character in mind,

Vielsa strives for excellence in her works, seeking always what is Good, True, and Beautiful.

Vielsa displays at Gallery 782 and Singing River Art Gallery. She is also active in several art

clubs on the Gulf Coast: Ocean Springs Art Association, Pass Christian Art Association;

Gulf Coast Art Association; and Singing River Art Association, all of which have had

tremendous impact on her continued learning and development as an artist.

Vielsa’s recent awards include:

Excellence in Drawing or Pastels - Singing River Art Association - 2021

Excellence in Watercolor - Singing River Art Association - 2021

Dr Bob Carter Award - P’Art Take Ocean Springs - 2021

Joan Armstrong Award - P’Art Take Ocean Springs - 2022