Welcome to the Kentucky Watercolor Society
The Kentucky Watercolor Society (KWS) was founded in 1977 to promote the art of watercolor painting in Kentucky. Through education and exhibitions it serves artists, collectors, and others who enjoy fine art. The KWS is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization.
KWS holds two major exhibitions per year. Both are open to all artists who paint in watercolor or water media. Many leading artists from around the country have participated. Newsletters inform members of shows and activities. KWS sponsors workshops, classes for adults and youth and demonstrations throughout the year. Please check back to our website as it will contain the most current and up-to-date information.
AquaVenture 2026
Accepted Artists
Pat Banks
Richmond, KY
Tracy Barnes
Louisville, KY
Trudi Bellou
Louisville, KY
Pam Bridges
Lexington, KY
Dyann Joyce Callahan
Elizabethtown, KY
Jacques Camp
Louisville, KY
Adele DiMinno
Blue Ash, OH
Toni Elkins
Columbia, SC
Jo Friel
Louisville, KY
Terri Friel
Louisville, KY
Laury Gardiner
Versailles, KY
George Gow
Louisville, KY
Sherrie Graham-Greene
Lexington, KY
Richard Harlow
Lexington, KY
Marsha Hartsock
Cincinnati, OH
Lexy Holland
Lexington, KY
Charley Jolly
Lexington, KY
Gina Judy
Richmond, OH
Jane Kinser
Louisville, KY
Marjorie Leinbach
Lexington, KY
Anna Martin
West Liberty, KY
Jule McClellan
Henderson, KY
Janet Miller
Cadiz, KY
Benjamin Nay, III
Shelbyville, KY
Marian O’Shaughnessy
Lexington, KY
Betsy Pollock
Louisville, KY
Sixia Pulsifer
Lexington, KY
Mohana Raje
Lexington, KY
Patricia Ritter
Louisville, KY
Beth Shadur
Highland Park, IL
Jean Smith
Lexington, KY
Dawn Thomas
Kansas City, MO
Connie Tucker
Lexington, KY
Michelle Vance
Corydon, IN
Anil Vinayakan
Louisville, KY
Denise Webb
Taylorsville, KY
Karen Winn
Lexington, KY
Christopher Wynn
Rockville, VA
AQUEOUS USA 2025
THE 48TH NATIONAL EXHIBITION
Celebrating 48 years of awarding the talents of national artists
LexArts / ArtsPlace
161 n. mill Street
Lexington, KY 40507
September 12, 2025 - November 2,, 2025
Tuesday - Sunday, 10am - 5pm | Monday CLOSED
Upcoming Events at KWS
Around KWS
Check this section for special news, opportunities, celebrations, and more, as we work together to elevate the art of watercolor in Kentucky and beyond. Please take note of our sponsors and patronize them when possible—we appreciate their support!
KWS appreciates our sponsors
Please patronize these companies, as they directly support KWS and our work.
Please welcome our new members:
Pam Bridges Lexington, Ky
Meredith Bruick Louisville Ky
Jennifer Carver Nicholasville Ky
Jacqueline Daniels Corbin Ky
Pat Greer Finchville Ky
Joe Gaddis Lexington Ky
Marcia Hartsock Cincinnati Oh
Kim Vanlandingham-Obrien Independence Ky
Beth Shadur Highland Park Il
Denise Webb Taylorsville Ky
DONATE
Please help support KWS and the promotion of art in Kentucky. We welcome your donation in any amount. You may also use this link to donate to our Annual Exhibition Awards Fund. Your donation is tax deductible.