Watercolors never lets you down. It's engaging from start to finish as it introduces us to real people in complicated relationships. These characters navigate through memories that are both warmly and unhappily recalled, taking us on a journey we think we see the end of only to have it take an unexpected turn. The play features four excellent parts for men, and calls for a set as elaborate or as simple as you want to make it. Any audience will find its time well spent with this play.

I watched the reading of this piece from the Valdez Theatre Conference and enjoyed every minute of it. The dialog is real and relatable, even if you're not entrenched in the art world. The story unfolds in such a way that you get a glimpses into what's next without it being spoiled -- a perfectly designed maze where every turn feels like you can just about see the end, pulling you along with loving anticipation. The idea of different mediums of art as a metaphor for life is beautiful and unique.

I heard WATERCOLORS read at the Valdez Theatre Conference. It was a highlight. Having heard/read many of his plays, I think WATERCOLORS is one of his absolute best. Philip explores grief and love with a rare courage, plumbing his own life to present authentic characters who you will quickly come to know and care about deeply. Filled with exceptional writing and heart, I highly recommend this moving one-act.