LWS hosts a juried international exhibition and at least two member exhibits each year. Artists may submit up to three paintings per exhibit.
The prestigious LWS Annual International Exhibition began in 1969 and attracts artists worldwide. A master watercolor artist serves as juror, judge, and workshop instructor. Although local in-person exhibits are preferred, the Board occasionally hosts online exhibits to accommodate more international and out-of-state artists. Awards include ribbons, as well as cash and merchandise prizes. Winners are featured in the LWS annual catalog and on the LWS website. LWS members receive discounted international exhibition entry fees and workshop fees.
LWS Member Exhibits are typically non-juried. Only if the number of submissions exceeds the venue space will a LWS Board committee limit the number of paintings. Member exhibits are typically in-person, but online exhibits may be announced at the LWS Board’s discretion. Judges are selected from the active LWS members who have earned signature status. Awards include ribbons and cash prizes. Winners are featured on the LWS website.
Venues
LWS hosts exhibitions in various venues including Place St. Charles in New Orleans, Oak Knoll Country Club in Hammond, the Louisiana State Archives Gallery in Baton Rouge, and the Acadiana Center for the Arts in Lafayette.
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.
Oak Knoll Country Club
45246 Country Club Road, Hammond, LA 70401
The Oak Knoll Country Club generously supports LWS by hosting an annual Member Exhibit and quarterly Board meetings.
Louisiana State Archives Gallery
3851 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
A regular member favorite, the Louisiana Archives sponsors Member Exhibits annually.
Acadiana Center for the Arts
101 Vermillion St, Lafayette, LA 70501
The beautiful Acadiana Center for the Arts in downtown Lafayette hosted its first LWS Member Exhibit in 2024.