The Wisconsin Watercolor Society was founded in 1952 by a group of Wisconsin artists. It was the first Wisconsin art organization to be devoted exclusively to watercolor painting. Its purpose now as then has always been to demonstrate and exhibit meaningful development in the medium of watercolor and to serve as a catalyst for those genuinely interested in watercolor.

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August 9 – September 24, 2021: Fall Exhibition 2021 at New Visions Gallery at the Marshfield Clinic >

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Become a Member BECOME A MEMBER "Wisconsin Watercolor Society has allowed me to meet so many of Wisconsin's talented artists and create connections within our community." UPCOMING EVENTS Wisconsin Watercolor Society has 2 member exhibitions each year. Many of our members use the summer to produce new work for fall and spring exhibitions. See Exhibitions

OUR HISTORY

The Wisconsin Watercolor Society was founded in 1952 by a group of Wisconsin artists.

LATEST EXHIBITION

Attend the Wisconsin Watercolor Society Fall Show 2024 at the Waukesha Civic Theater.

HOW TO JOIN

Showcase your art in annual exhibitions and network with artists like you.

Wisconsin Watercolor Society
2025 Spring Exhibition

January 18 – April 27, 2025

Cedarburg Art Museum
W63N675 Washington Avenue
Cedarburg, WI 53012
For Museum Hours: 262-377-6123

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Looking Ahead to Our 2025 Fall Exhibition

August 8 – October 3, 2025

Gallery 110 North
Plymouth Arts Center

520 East Mill Street
Plymouth, WI 53073-0253
For Museum Hours: 920.892.8409

Reception: Friday, August 15, 2025  |  5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

The Wisconsin Watercolor Society was the first Wisconsin art organization to be devoted exclusively to watercolor painting. Its purpose now as then has always been to demonstrate and exhibit meaningful development in the medium of watercolor and to serve as a catalyst for those genuinely interested in watercolor.

Water’s Edge, by Phyllis K. HoopmanRed Poppies, by Phyllis K. Hoopman

Watercolor, 15×22″ View Member Profile

Malena, by Molly JohnsonMalena, by Molly Johnson

Watercolor, 22×16″ View Member Profile

Cafe La Nuit, by Karen FinertyCarpe Diem, Karen Finerty

Watercolor View Member Profile

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Vicky Lilla

Vicky Lilla is a working artist with a studio in southwest Wisconsin. While living in Wisconsin Vicky became fascinated with the local landscape, rural buildings and regional wildlife especially the native sandhill cranes and the endangered whooping cranes. Her work is included in private and corporate collections throughout the United States.

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Cranes Alight, watercolor by Vicky Lilla