Watercolor Art Society-Houston upcoming events

December Show registration (December 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 21:00:00 GMT

December Monthly Show

Theme: Show Us Your Art!

Entry Deadline: Wednesday, December 2 @ 3:00 PM

Reception: Sunday, December 6 Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Members: $10 per entry, up to 3 paintings allowed

Deadline: Wed., Dec 2 @ 3 pm

Judging: Saturday, December 5

Reception: Sunday, December 6

Show Dates: December 6 - 26, 2026

To read the show rules, click December Monthly Show Prospectus

How to enter your painting into the monthly show:

1. Complete this online registration.

2. Upload 1 photograph of your artwork in the registration form (photo must contain only artwork, no frame, no mat, no wall.

3. On the back of the painting, write your name, painting title, and

contact information.

4. Drop off your painting(s) before the deadline during gallery hours.

Gallery Hours are:

Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm

If you have any questions, call WAS-H at (713) 942-9966 or

email gallerydirector@watercolorhouston.org or

admin@watercolorhouston.org.

January Show registration (December 30, 2026)

Wed, 30 Dec 2026 21:00:00 GMT

January Monthly Show

Judge: Richie Vios (bio)

Exhibit Theme: Plein Air

Entry Deadline: Wednesday, December 30 @ 3:00 PM

Reception: Sunday, January 3 Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Members: $10 per entry, up to 3 paintings allowed

Artwork by: Richie Vios

Deadline: Wed., December 30 @ 3 pm

Judging: Saturday, January 2

Reception: Sunday, January 3

Show Dates: January 3 - 30, 2027

Please note that following the show's theme is encouraged but not required for participation. All eligible artwork is welcome, whether or not it reflects the theme. The theme may be a factor in judging.

To read the show rules, click - January Monthly Show Prospectus

How to enter your painting into the monthly show:

1. Complete this online registration.

2. Upload 1 photograph of your artwork in the registration form (photo must contain only artwork, no frame, no mat, no wall.

3. On the back of the painting, write your name, painting title, and

contact information.

4. Drop off your painting(s) before the deadline during gallery hours.

Gallery Hours are:

Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm

If you have any questions, call WAS-H at (713) 942-9966 or

email gallerydirector@watercolorhouston.org or

admin@watercolorhouston.org.

February Show registration (January 27, 2027)

Wed, 27 Jan 2027 21:00:00 GMT

February Monthly Show

Judge: Alison de Lima Greene

Exhibit Theme: Connections

Entry Deadline: Wednesday, January 27 @ 3:00 PM

Reception: Sunday, January 31 Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Members: $10 per entry, up to 3 paintings allowed

Deadline: Wed., January 27, 2027 @ 3 pm

Judging: Saturday, January 30

Reception: Sunday, January 31

Show Dates: January 31 - February 27, 2027

Please note that following the show's theme is encouraged but not required for participation. All eligible artwork is welcome, whether or not it reflects the theme. The theme may be a factor in judging.

To read the show rules, click - February Monthly Show Prospectus

How to enter your painting into the monthly show:

1. Complete this online registration.

2. Upload 1 photograph of your artwork in the registration form (photo must contain only artwork, no frame, no mat, no wall.

3. On the back of the painting, write your name, painting title, and

contact information.

4. Drop off your painting(s) before the deadline during gallery hours.

Gallery Hours are:

Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm

If you have any questions, call WAS-H at (713) 942-9966 or

email gallerydirector@watercolorhouston.org or

admin@watercolorhouston.org.

International Watermedia Exhibition (IWE) Show Opening & Reception - FREE (March 07, 2027)

Sun, 07 Mar 2027 21:30:00 GMT

International Watermedia Exhibition (IWE)

Opening & Reception

Judge: Jean Pederson

Starts: March 7, 2027

On: Sunday

Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Open to the Public!

Members: Free

Non-Members: Free

Location: WAS- H Gallery, 1601 Alabama Street Houston, TX 77006

Join us for the free IWE Gallery Opening.

Experience art, wine and bites, and community!

Before You Attend

Classroom Etiquette

Refund Policy

Save on Tuition - Become a Member!

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces.

April Show registration (March 31, 2027)

Wed, 31 Mar 2027 20:00:00 GMT

April Monthly Show

Judge: TBA

Exhibit Theme: TBA

Entry Deadline: Wednesday, March 31 @ 3:00 PM

Reception: Sunday, April 4 Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Members: $10 per entry, up to 3 paintings allowed

Deadline: Wed., March 31, 2027 @ 3 pm

Judging: Saturday, April 3

Reception: Sunday, April 4

Show Dates: April 4 - 24, 2027

Please note that following the show's theme is encouraged but not required for participation. All eligible artwork is welcome, whether or not it reflects the theme. The theme may be a factor in judging.

To read the show rules, click - April Monthly Show Prospectus

How to enter your painting into the monthly show:

1. Complete this online registration.

2. Upload 1 photograph of your artwork in the registration form (photo must contain only artwork, no frame, no mat, no wall.

3. On the back of the painting, write your name, painting title, and

contact information.

4. Drop off your painting(s) before the deadline during gallery hours.

Gallery Hours are:

Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm

If you have any questions, call WAS-H at (713) 942-9966 or

email gallerydirector@watercolorhouston.org or

admin@watercolorhouston.org.

May Show registration (April 28, 2027)

Wed, 28 Apr 2027 20:00:00 GMT

May Monthly Show

Judge: TBA

Exhibit Theme: TBA

Entry Deadline: Wednesday, April 28 @ 3:00 PM

Reception: Sunday, May 2 Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Members: $10 per entry, up to 3 paintings allowed

Deadline: Wed., April 28, 2027 @ 3 pm

Judging: Saturday, May 1

Reception: Sunday, May 2

Show Dates: May 2 - 29, 2027

Please note that following the show's theme is encouraged but not required for participation. All eligible artwork is welcome, whether or not it reflects the theme. The theme may be a factor in judging.

To read the show rules, click - May Monthly Show Prospectus

How to enter your painting into the monthly show:

1. Complete this online registration.

2. Upload 1 photograph of your artwork in the registration form (photo must contain only artwork, no frame, no mat, no wall.

3. On the back of the painting, write your name, painting title, and

contact information.

4. Drop off your painting(s) before the deadline during gallery hours.

Gallery Hours are:

Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm

If you have any questions, call WAS-H at (713) 942-9966 or

email gallerydirector@watercolorhouston.org or

admin@watercolorhouston.org.