Former professor & architect turned full-time painter
Award-winning artist featured in major watercolor societies
Inspired by travel, with paintings from New York, Paris, Rome, Beijing, and beyond

A Diverse and Distinguished Career

Virgil Carter’s journey into art began in Texas, where he discovered his love for sketching and watercolor. With a professional background in architecture and a lifelong dedication to art, Virgil has exhibited in prestigious juried shows across the U.S. His work reflects his global travels and fascination with light, color, and movement.

U.S. Special Forces Officer in Vietnam
Practicing architect across CA, AZ, OK, and Washington, D.C.
Head of Architecture at Oklahoma State University
Senior executive at AIA, PMI, and ASME

“The Trees Out Back No. 5”, Watercolor, 11” X 15”

Painting Experience & Achievements

Virgil’s prize-winning works have been featured in exhibitions including:

Philadelphia Watercolor Society
Baltimore Watercolor Society
Pennsylvania Watercolor Society
Texas Watercolor Society
Historic Yellow Springs Art Show

Memberships & Affiliations

Signature Member: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Baltimore, Texas Watercolor Societies
Associate Member: American Watercolor Society

Virgil Carter is a watercolor artist whose goal is to tell visual stories, balancing representation and abstraction, and inviting personal interpretation. He uses color and light to shape narratives that invite engagement and reflection. As both a painter and an educator, he connects with those who love watercolor and those who make watercolor, with a masterful balance of storytelling and technique. His website offers not only stunning paintings and fine art prints, but also insights into the creative process, making the site a hub for collectors and aspiring artists a like.

Landscapes:

Nature's ever-changing stories

Townscapes & Cityscapes:

Life, light, and architecture in motion

Still Life & Animals:

Everyday objects with a story to tell

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“North Woods, No. 6” , Watercolor, 22” X 11”

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