The New Mexico Watercolor Society hosts its Annual Spring Exhibition May 3 through May 24 at the Hispanic Arts Gallery at Albuquerque’s EXPO New Mexico. The show features more than 200 standard-sized and small-to-miniature works. All paintings are original, and all are available for purchase.
Originally founded in 1969, the New Mexico Watercolor Society honors and celebrates the medium of watercolor through “support of highest aesthetic standards, education of the public, promotion of community engagement and facilitation of member development.” They schedule exhibitions and workshops throughout the year and provide resources to up-and-coming artists. Their annual Spring Exhibition is one of the biggest public events of the year.
You can join them at their gala Opening Reception and Award Ceremony on Saturday, May 3 from 1 to 4 p.m. The afternoon will include fine art, light refreshments and music. If you’d prefer a quieter, less crowded experience to view the artwork and a chance to talk one-on-one with some of the artists, you are welcome to stop by between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on any Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday from May 4 through May 23.
Admission is free, however EXPO NM parking fees may apply. For more information, check out the group’s website at nmwatercolorsociety.org.
New Mexico Watercolor Society Annual Spring Exhibition
Opening Reception and Award Ceremony
May 3, 1 to 4 p.m.
EXPO New Mexico, Hispanic Arts Gallery
300 San Pedro Dr. NE
Free admission