55th Annual International Exhibition

Exhibition Dates: May 5 – May 23, 2025

David R. Smith Workshop: May 13 – May 15, 2025

Awards & Reception: May 17, 2025

Digital Submission Deadline: January 31, 2025

Juror of Selection and Judge of Awards

Internationally recognized David R. Smith, AWS, NWS, signature member of the American Watercolor Society and National Watercolor Society, will serve as Juror and Judge. He received the highest recognition awarded by the Transparent Watercolor Society of America – the Skyledge Award, as well as numerous “Best of Show” awards for both his studio and plein air work. David first learned Chinese Brush Painting, then fell in love with Western watercolor techniques. With over 25 years of experience as a public-school teacher, he is skilled at breaking down complex concepts and skills into easily learned chunks and now enjoys helping workshop participants find success with watercolor. As much as he loves to paint, he has found sharing his watercolor passion through instruction even more gratifying. David will serve as Juror, Judge, and Workshop Presenter for the 55th Annual LWS International Exhibit. View more about David at www.dsmithfineart.com.

David R. Smith Workshop

David R. Smith, AWS, NWS will conduct a three-day painting workshop on May 13 through May 15, 2025, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm daily, at the American Legion Post 397, 1225 Hickory Ave, Harahan, LA 70123. The Workshop Chair is Carol Creel, LWS, carolbc@bellsouth.net.

Awards

First Place: $2500, Second Place: $1000, Third Place: $700; Additional cash and merchandise awards, total estimated at $8000.

Exhibition Location

Place St. Charles
201 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70170

In the heart of downtown New Orleans, one block from the French Quarter, the first floor of this one million square-foot skyscraper features a food court, two restaurants, retail shops, and the LWS International Exhibition.