06/14/2026
The Rehoboth Art League celebrates Pride Month by shining a light on LGBTQ artists in our Fine Art Collection and are pleased to recognize the serene work of Julie Baxendell.
After graduating from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Julie Baxendell (1939-2009) built a career as a graphic designer, supporting her wife and their three children through her work. Although she did not begin painting until the age of 62, her passion for art quickly flourished, resulting in hundreds of watercolor paintings over the course of her life.
A founding member of both the Rehoboth Art League’s Artists’ Exchange and the Delaware Watercolor Society, Baxendell became known for her luminous watercolors, often inspired by her favorite subject - light reflected on water. Her work captured moments of beauty, tranquility, and connection to the natural world.
Deeply loved by her community, Baxendell’s impact extended far beyond her artwork. Shortly before her passing in 2009, friends and neighbors organized a polar plunge fundraiser to help cover her medical expenses - a testament to the affection and admiration she inspired throughout her life.
Image: Prime Hook Marsh, Julie Baxendell, conte and acrylic on canvas, Gift of Mary Ann Harriet Benyo; Julie Baxendell at the Rehoboth Art League’s 2004 Outdoor Show
