Original Watercolors Inspired by Life, Travel & Place
Explore the artwork of Santa Cruz watercolor artist John C. Flores.
From quiet natural landscapes to memorable places around the world, each painting reflects a passion for watercolor, creativity, and continual exploration.
Discover the Latest Artwork
Explore John's newest watercolor paintings and recent creations.
Each piece is an opportunity to experiment with color, light, texture, and technique while continuing to grow as an artist.
John believes ”the only way to really get better at watercolor, is to paint every day.”
“I continually try to learn new ways of improving my paintings, like using ink splash, then watercolor. Now adding gouache to my paintings"
- J. C.
Meet John C. Flores
Santa Cruz watercolor artist John C. Flores has always expressed himself through art.
His creative journey has included pencil, charcoal, stained glass, furniture design, and watercolor. His travels also provide endless inspiration, from the windmills of La Mancha to the historic streets and architecture of Prague and Chartres.
Today, watercolor remains a central part of his artistic practice and creative exploration.
Explore the Sculpture Collection
John's creativity extends beyond watercolor.
Discover a selection of sculptural works that showcase another side of his artistic practice and creative expression.
Meet the Artist at
Open Studios
Join John C. Flores for Open Studios 2026 and experience his original watercolor artwork in person. Explore the collection,
see the artwork up close, and meet the artist in his studio.
October 2026
Come Visit the Studio
October 10 & 11, 2026
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
October 17 & 18, 2026
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Join us for an upcoming Open Studios event and explore original watercolor artwork directly from the artist.
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