The name of this organization shall be the Wisconsin Watercolor Society. It shall be a not-forprofit organization.
Its general purpose shall be to advance the art of watercolor painting. Specific objectives shall include the recognition and encouragement of talent in the field of watercolor painting, the demonstration of creative development in this art and to serve as a focus for those who are seriously interested in its application and exhibition.
The officers of the Society shall consist of a President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer, Committee Chairpersons shall be appointed by the President, Committees shall include Membership, Exhibits, Publicity and such special assignment designations as deemed necessary. Officers shall be elected at the annual meeting of the Society by majority vote of those in attendance. The term of office shall be one year, with no limitations in consecutive terms or reelection to office. The officers and committee chairpersons shall constitute the Board of Directors. It is recommended that the immediate past President become Vice President automatically each year to assure continuity of programs from one administration to the next. Board meetings shall be called by the President and scheduled as needed.
The memberships of the Society shall consist of active members only. An active member is one who participates in the Society’s exhibitions and is not delinquent in dues. New members shall be added, not merely by their applications to join, but by invitation. They may be proposed by any active member or apply directly to the membership committee. The committee shall screen all candidates for aptitude, activity and talent in our medium. Prospective members then shall be voted on by said committee. A majority vote is needed for admission into the WWS. The committee will consist of active board members and four other qualified members picked by the president.
Annual dues shall be set by the Board of Directors, based upon the minimum amount necessary for the efficient operation of the Society. They shall be billed in December and payable in the following month, January.
Paid-up members shall receive a copy of the latest roster, or membership list, as soon as possible after payment of dues. Only paid-up members shall be listed on the roster. The roster shall also be furnished to art departments of newspapers, art museums and galleries, libraries, art suppliers and other organizations which may be beneficial to the membership. Inactivity and delinquency in dues of members shall be acted upon by the Board of Directors.
The Exhibit Committee, with the approval of the Board of Directors, shall arrange for at least two major exhibits by the Society membership each year. Exhibits shall be programmed well in advance scheduled for art museums, fine arts galleries, and other appropriate locations throughout the state. Entries may be limited to two, three, or more paintings per member, depending upon the size of the exhibit space.
The annual meeting shall be held in the spring and shall include the entire membership. Election of officers shall be conducted at this meeting. Special meetings shall be called at any time by the President. Passage of any measure at any general meeting shall be by the majority vote of the members present. Balloting may also be done by mail at the discretion of the President.
All members are welcome to attend any meeting of the Board of Directors.