Contemporary Watercolorists of Arizona

Contemporary Watercolorists of Arizona Forty members make up this active artists critique group and new members are invited to join whenever there is a vacancy.

Contemporary Watercolorists of Arizona began in 1969, formed by instructors
and professional artists who sought to advance the use of water media
through monthly discussions and sharing of their work. New approaches to painting and applications of new water media are discussed each month while reviewing the monthly "Challenge" painting.

A special shout-out to Jordan Kirk for earning Signature Status in CWA
02/27/2026

A special shout-out to Jordan Kirk for earning
Signature Status in CWA

Many awards were presented at our monthly meeting ranging from Best of Show, Awards of Excellence, and Merit Awards from...
02/27/2026

Many awards were presented at our monthly meeting ranging from Best of Show, Awards of Excellence, and Merit Awards from our Spring Art Exhibition now on display through March 9th at Gallery on the Way in Scottsdale, AZ. Not all awards winners were present this evening, so please enjoy this sampling of artists.

The motivation for February's critique was to paint an ABSTRACT. Many members are known for their abstracts while other...
02/27/2026

The motivation for February's critique was to paint an ABSTRACT. Many members are known for their abstracts while others, known for a more realistic style, found this challange, well, challenging. Though you'd never guess this by the paintings that were shared!

Fantastic CWA show at St. Anthony’s
02/17/2026

Fantastic CWA show at St. Anthony’s

02/17/2026

CWA show at St Anthony’s - such wonderful art

I'm sorry I missed our January CWA meeting, but I heard that the motivation of using ink in our artwork, inspired some...
01/31/2026

I'm sorry I missed our January CWA meeting, but I heard that the motivation of using ink in our artwork, inspired some remarkable results. Members please send me a photo of your art so I can post and share it.

Marion Droge won the Dixon Ticonderoga Company Award in the Fall Show. Congratulations!
01/28/2026

Marion Droge won the Dixon Ticonderoga Company Award in the Fall Show. Congratulations!

Sue Hunter won the M. Graham Award in the Fall Show. Congratulations
01/28/2026

Sue Hunter won the M. Graham Award in the Fall Show. Congratulations

12/09/2025

Entries close January 5 for the CWA 2026 Spring Exhibition. Check your email for prospectus

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