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08/21/2026

Looking for inspiration? Explore the American Watercolor Society’s YouTube channel featuring artist demonstrations, exhibition videos, and educational programs designed for artists and watercolor enthusiasts alike.

James Maria, AWS, demonstrates “Finding Beauty in Place Often Overlooked” at the annual AWS Watercolor Evening at the Salmagundi Club, NYC, April 10th, 2019. You can view this demonstration on the AWS YouTube Channel here: https://youtu.be/j7GsMdiqhYI?is=IyK-J4dQ6MdoMV92

08/18/2026

The Associate Members Online Exhibition celebrates emerging and accomplished watercolor artists from across the country. Congratulations to “Happenstance” by Sally Cooper, recipient of the 3rd Place Award.

You can view the full exhibition here: https://youtu.be/GHSSIoz6jGI?is=74wkAYBMmq-s3U2g

08/13/2026

Have you watched the latest AWS Watercolor Evening demonstration?

Stephen Quiller, AWS, D.F., shares his approach to color, composition, and watercolor painting in this engaging presentation, now available on the AWS YouTube channel. Click here to view the demonstration: https://youtu.be/KbCHrDsfPoM?is=XsBvHociRCs9GcG5

08/09/2026

Today’s featured recipient from the 2026 Associate Members Online Exhibition demonstrates the creativity, technical excellence, and innovation that define today’s watercolor community.

Congratulations to Liu Yang on receiving the 2nd Place (Barse Miller Memorial Award) with ”Impressions of Angkor: Bayon Temple No. 3”

You can view the exhibition in its entirety on the AWS YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/GHSSIoz6jGI?is=74wkAYBMmq-s3U2g

08/07/2026

The 2026-27 AWS Traveling Exhibition is currently on view at the Tullahoma Fine Arts Center in Tullahoma, Tennessee, through August 15. We invite visitors to experience this exceptional collection of award-winning watercolor paintings from the 159th Annual International Exhibition.

”Summer Bamboo” by Jasmine Huang, AWS, featured in the 2026-27 Traveling Exhibition.

08/01/2026

Watercolor remains a medium that rewards observation, patience, and thoughtful technique. Through exhibitions and educational programming, AWS continues to support artists at every stage of their practice.

Pictured is Master watercolor artist Thomas W. Schaller, AWS, demonstrating “Nocturne- Central Park” at the annual AWS Watercolor Evening, April 24th, 2025, at the Salmagundi Club, NYC. This demo and others are available for free viewing on the American Watercolor Society’s YouTube Channel. You can also view the demo here: https://youtu.be/mf5GytLSKtw?is=4_YV3pCz4GW88iV3

07/26/2026

Congratulations to Elizabeth Carr’s ”Seeing Red”, which was the recipient of the 1st Place (Margery Soroka Memorial Award) in the 2026 Associate Members Online Exhibition. AWS is proud to recognize outstanding achievement in watercolor and celebrate artists whose work continues to advance the medium.

View the full exhibition on the AWS YouTube or by clicking here: https://youtu.be/GHSSIoz6jGI?is=2EV-N96-kyMmwcKX

07/20/2026

Award-winning works from the 159th Annual International Exhibition continue to demonstrate the depth and diversity of contemporary watercolor. AWS is proud to celebrate these outstanding artists and their contributions to the medium.

”Mrs.Ruby Mitchell Bradley” by Dean Mitchell, AWS, D.F., won the Mario Cooper & Dale Meyers Medal at the 159th Annual International Exhibition.

07/09/2026

”Whispers From a Fishing Village” by Huiling Sun won the Dagmar Tribble Memorial Award at the 159th Annual Interation Exhibition.

Award-winning works from the 159th Annual International Exhibition continue to reflect the remarkable breadth and innovation of contemporary watercolor. AWS is proud to celebrate these exceptional artists.

07/03/2026

As summer begins, the American Watercolor Society looks ahead to continued exhibitions, educational programs, and opportunities that celebrate the evolving language of watercolor.

”Fishy Fishy” by Kevin Clifford, AWS, featured in the 159th Annual International Exhibition.

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