47th Annual Mid-Southern Watercolorists Exhibition Returns to the Arkansas Arts Center

Juried exhibition on display February 10 – April 16, 2017

The Annual Juried Exhibition of the Mid-Southern Watercolorists (MSW) returns to the Arkansas Arts Center, February 10 – April 16, 2017. This will be the third of a three-year partnership between the Mid-Southern Watercolorists and the Arkansas Arts Center.

“The annual exhibition at the Arkansas Art Center is Mid-Southern Watercolor’s premier event,” MSW President George Wittenberg said. “It continues to elevate watercolor as a painting medium, which is a goal of the organization. The MSW membership and painters from all over the world enter their paintings in hopes the judge will select theirs for many reasons, not the least of which is so it can hang on the wall of the Arkansas Arts Center. Many MSW members’ paintings have been selected by the Arkansas Art Center’s Foundation for their collection. It is an honor!”

Now in its 47th year, the Annual Juried Exhibition received 137 entries from 72 artists. American impressionist Michael Holter will serve as the guest juror. Holter is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society, the Southwestern Watercolor Society and the Society of Watercolor Artists. His award-winning work can be found in private and corporate collections around the world.

Founded in 1970, the Mid-Southern Watercolorists has more than 200 members in 17 states. The organization is one of the largest and most active art societies headquartered in Arkansas. Members’ works have been exhibited in numerous local, regional, national and international venues.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Contact: 501-372-4000
Location: Arkansas Arts Center – 9^th and Commerce, Little Rock, AR 72202
Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Closed Monday & Major Holidays