Mission
The mission of the Illinois Watercolor Society is to advance the education and caliber of watercolor painting throughout Illinois.
We are seeking people to join the IWS Board and to continue the with the direction of the IWS moving forward throughout 2026 and beyond. For any questions please contact director@illinoiswatercolorsociety.org.
42nd National Exhibition
The Next Picture Show
A Fine Arts Center
113 W. First St.
Dixon, Illinois
May 1 – May 30, 2026
Reception (Open to the public) and awards presentation
May 2
Kris Parins will give a demo at 1pm. Awards presentation following the demo.
View the accepted entries list here.
Juror of Selection and Awards, Kris Parins, AWS, NWS, TWSA
IWS Member’s Show
The Art Center Highland Park
1957 Sheridan Rd.
Highland Park, Illinois