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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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

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.

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Featured Artist of the Month

Judith Gahn Murphy

Judith’s watercolors are in many companies such as Northwestern Mutual, Aurora Health Care, Community Bank, Chicago Fire TV Series sets. Judith teaches watercolor at Milwaukee Area Technical College and through Mequon and Nicolet recreation departments.

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Fallen Begonias, Watercolor, 12x16", by Judith Gahn Murphy