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The Watercolor Society of Indiana seeks to educate Indiana residents about the discipline of the watercolor medium through exhibits, juried competitions, classes, discussions, demonstrations, outreach programs, and community service. We encourage all those who desire to grow in their experience, expression and interaction. We hope that you will join WSI and take part in the variety of events and opportunities offered.

Upcoming Exhibits

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Annual WSI Membership Exhibit at the Eiteljorg Museum. This is NOT a juried show. All members are welcome to exhibit one watercolor painting. Deadline is April 7th.

43rd Annual WSI Juried Exhibit. Each member may enter up to two images. This year's Juror watercolor artist Thomas Schaller, AWS, NWS, TWSA will choose 45 to exhibit in Newfields IMA. Deadline is June 20th.


If you have questions about these exhibitions, please click on the links. Be sure to read the entire prospectus for each as rules are updated each year.

Exhibit Sponsorship 

opportunities are available. 

WSI Regional Membership Exhibit Hendricks Live! Event Center, 200 W. Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168.  April 16 to May 31, 2025 

Please join us for the Opening Reception on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 6:00 pm. Everyone is encouraged to attend the FREE event at the Hendricks Live Event Center. Light refreshments. Open to the public. Bring friends!

Visiting the Show. Hendricks Live is open Monday – Friday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Your art will also be seen by anyone attending the events on nights and weekends.

Workshops & Demos

"Beginning Watercolor Class" with Anna Roberts, CF and Cheryle Lowe, CF

Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 at JCC Indy.

"Painting a Figure from a Photo" with Ted Nuttall, AWS, NWS TWSA

 October 14-17, 2025 at Second Pres Indy.


"The Architecture of Light" with Thomas Schaller, AWS, NWS, TWSA. SOLD OUT

WSI Members have access to Private Watercolor Demos by International Artists. These videos are not available to the public. Log in to the Private Members Only Page to view demos by Keiko Tanabe, Ken Call, Iain Stewart, Karen Knutson, Lynn Pratt, Jennifer Stone, and Michael Holter. 


Community Outreach & Education

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Community Outreach Workshop at The Christamore House. Thank you to the volunteers and staff at CH for a fun afternoon of painting with the kids.


Earth Day Celebration at JCC Indy, Thank you to everyone who volunteered and joined us to paint!

 

Thank you to Joy's House Adult Day Center for allowing WSI to bring a day of fun with watercolors! Our volunteers truly enjoyed painting with your guests. Thank you!


WSI Member Benefits:

  • Annual Juried Exhibit at Newfields/Indianapolis Museum of Art With $9500 in Total Awards.

  • Discounts on Workshops by Well-Known Artists.

  • Free Ticket to Demonstrations by International and Local Artists.

  • Membership Exhibits including The Eiteljorg Museum, Sales & Promotional Opportunities.

  • Profile Page in the Member Directory with a link to your website and the ability to post your artwork.

  • Networking with Other Member Artists.

  • Newsletter full of art, artists, and opportunities.

  • Recognition on WSI's Social Media pages.

  • Opportunity to Gain Recognition as a Signature Member and Cardinal Fellow.

  • Access to Members Only pages with video demonstrations by well-known artists.

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Watercolor Society of Indiana

Mailing Address:

4181 East 96th Street, Suite 200
Indianapolis, IN 46240 

Call/Text: 317-500-2275

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