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Art Supply, 2711 Main Street in Midtown is our official sponsor. They have donated operating space for several months during our construction, art supplies for monthly raffles over 4 years of fundraising, and a smile and welcome as we used their space. We thank Vikki and Ben for their generosity.
A Tour of the WAS-H Building
Watercolor Art Society-Houston
Founded in 1975, the Watercolor Art Society – Houston (WAS-H) is a non-profit organization with over 600 members. For over 35 years, WAS-H has brought the excitement of water-media to the greater Houston area with outstanding exhibitions, world-class instruction and dedicated community outreach. Year-round opportunities are provided to every level of painter, from novice to the seasoned expert. Art lovers can also enjoy year-round exhibitions in our gallery in the Museum District. Board of Directors
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WAS-H Major Exhibitions are sponsored twice annually:
Coming March 13-April 20, 2012, WAS-H 35th Annual International
The WAS-H Annual International Exhibition attracts entries from all over the globe. WAS-H signature membership opportunities originate from this exhibition. Nationally recognized jurors are invited to judge and select from entries paintings to be exhibited.
Juror and Workshop Instructor for 2012, Judi Betts, NWS, AWS, award winning author and painter. *Deadline and Details EXHIBITIONS
The WAS-H 42nd ANNUAL Membership Exhibit and Workshop.
was held October 11 - November 4, 2011
Nationally recognized Juror Carole Barnes judged and selected entries and awarded prizes. Details and Winners EXHIBITIONS
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In conjunction with the Menil Art Fair
The Annual Clothesline Sale outdoors will be held under a new name --
Watercolor Art Fair. April 14, 2012. Volunteers needed.
Register for space now. see Breaking News.
WAS-H Monthly Membership Shows
are featured at WAS-H's own gallery space, 1601 West Alabama in Houston's museum district near the Menil Collection. Members have an opportunity to submit work in watermedia each month, offering the community opportunity to view and purchase contemporary art. Hours Tuesday-Saturday 10am- 3pm.
Details MONTHLY SHOW REQUIREMENTS AND AWARDS GALLERY
WAS-H Activities
In addition to the Juried Exhibitions above, WAS-H has monthly meetings with demonstrations by known artists. Classes and Workshops all year. Group painting encounters include Open Studio afternoons, Wednesday Life Figure Lab, Paint-Outs and Paint-Ins, an Outreach Program for volunteers to work with children.
Gallery Policy
The WAS-H Gallery is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10-3. With Board of Directors approval, members may rent the Gallery for private exhibitions.Rental rates vary with space that is rented. Please call the WAS-H office for reservation and rates. Scheduled WAS-h activities and classes take precedence over other meetings. Publicity will be provided in the Washrag and media contacts at a charge. All policies are subject to change by action of the Board.
WAS-H Past Exhibitions Exhibition Archives
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