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The National Watercolor Society, founded in 1920, has accepted Eugene as a Signature Member.

The jury of selection, in a separate proceeding, has viewed his work and approved him for Signature Member status.

The distinguished Birmingham Watercolour Society (BWS), the oldest watercolor society in England, has honored Dr. Bortnick by accepting him as an International Member. 

Many members of this Society, founded in 1907, have contributed to the exhibitions of the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, Royal Society of Painters in Watercolours, Royal Society of Marine Artists, the Royal Cambrian Academy of Art, and the Royal West of England Academy.

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On May 15, 2004, Dr. Bortnick achieved Signature Membership status in the Kansas Watercolor Society.