Florida Watercolor Society annual exhibition 2024

Creative Pinellas welcomes the Florida Watercolor Society 53rd Annual Exhibition on August 8, 2024. This exhibition will invite guests to immerse themselves in the captivating world of watercolors. The Florida Watercolor Society (FWS) is one of the largest state watercolor societies in the country, boasting almost 1,000 members. 

“Watercolor possesses a captivating visual charm,” Beth Gelman, the Senior Director of Arts and Cultural Programming at Creative Pinellas said. “Gallery visitors will be astonished by the diversity of subjects and the innovative spirit of the artists.”

The Florida Watercolor Society Annual Exhibition is recognized as one of the top watermedia exhibitions in the state. Techniques vary from traditional to experimental, displaying the versatility and inventive use of the medium. This year, internationally renowned watercolorist Stephen Quiller is the juror and judge for the exhibition.

“The Florida Watercolor Society is excited to be showing in such a beautiful venue,” FWS President Roberta Romeo said. “The artwork chosen for the exhibition is exceptional and demonstrates the versatility of watermedia with a wide variety of subjects and painting styles. I can’t wait to walk the galleries and experience the exhibition.”

This exhibition will be open to the public beginning on Thursday, August 8 and will run through October 13, 2024, at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas. 

The Florida Watercolor Society 53rd Annual Exhibition will be on display with artworks for sale through the closing at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo, FL 33778 . The Gallery is open Wednesdays through Sundays from 10am – 5pm. The exhibition is free and open to the public.