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Upcoming events

    • Saturday, June 20, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Carlito Springs Open Space
    The June 20th Paint Out will be at the Carlito Springs Open Space, 82 Carlito Springs Road, Tijeras Canyon.  Due to a scheduling conflict, this will be on the third Saturday in June.  Carlito Springs is on the north side of I-40 west of Tijeras (the link to the website has a map). We will meet at the lower parking lot trail head.  There is an additional upper parking lot for overflow parking.
    • Saturday, July 11, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Abo Ruins - Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument


    • Sunday, September 13, 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Las Cruces Village Social Center, 3011 Buena Vida Circle, Las Cruces, NM

    After a summer hiatus, the Southern Chapter of NMWS opens its new year with "My Artsy Summer", a chance for members and guests to bring paintings or sketchbooks they've created over the summer break, or speak of their art experiences over the summer. Members may also bring paintings that you've created after borrowing one of our DVDs to inspire others to learn more!

    This is always a special and inspiring program to get reacquainted with each other and spark creativity and painting practice going forward. 

    We welcome the public to come to our meetings and get to know us and learn about watercolor.  Hope to see you there!  


    • Saturday, October 24, 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums (MPHA) Clubhouse, 905 Conway Ave., Las Cruces.


    "First Rodeo"

    "Making Art with Collage"
     NMWS-SC Mini-Workshop 

    with Laurel Weathersbee, NMWS

     
    Fee including all supplies: Members $60 Non-Members $75

    Maximum: 12 students.  Minimum: 8 students

    Registration: opens August 1, 2026 for Members and October 1, 2026 for Non-Members.

    Registration deadline: October 21, 2026 at 6 pm See below for registration link. 

    Begin and complete a torn paper landscape collage, using materials provided by the instructor. You will receive a foamcore support board, watercolor paper, all handcolored papers, glues, and tools to use.  Bring nothing but your brown bag lunch (plus your palette and brushes IF you desire to add some detail).  Iced tea and brownies will be provided. 

    *Cancellations: Workshop is limited to 12 students, first come, first serve. If you need to cancel, you will receive a full refund only if your space is filled from the waitlist.

    Location: This workshop will be at the Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums (MPHA) Clubhouse, 905 Conway Ave., Las Cruces.  Look for the clubhouse sign and balloons.  

    In town: Take Main Street south to Conway, turn right on Conway, turn left into Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums, turn right on the first street. The Clubhouse is on the left. Parking spaces are in front of the Clubhouse or in front of the park at the clubhouse.

    From El Paso: Take Hwy. 10 to Las Cruces, exit at #142/University Exit. Turn left on University. Go under the overpass, turn left on Main St. Turn right on Conway. Take Conway to the Mesilla Park Heritage Condominiums.

    Questions: 
    Regarding registration,
     please contact workshop chair Leslie Gurley at mtnparadise134[at]gmail.com  505-490-0183 

    Regarding art and supplies, please contact the instructor, Laurel Weathersbee, at laurel.weathersbee[at]gmail.com 575-288-5125

    Sponsored by the NM Watercolor Society's Southern Chapter.  

     

    • Friday, November 06, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • The Hood, 206 Harrelson Street Las Cruces, NM 88005

    Opening Reception
    2026 Fall NMWS Juried Exhibition
    Hosted by the Southern Chapter

    Exhibit runs Nov 6-29, Fridays through Sundays

    Juror: Don Andrews, AWS

    Judge: TBA

    New Mexico Watercolor Society–Southern Chapter invites members of both NMWS chapters to submit artwork for selection to the 2026 Fall Exhibition.  There is NO theme for this exhibition.  Selection counts toward NMWS Signature Status. 

    Call for entries will open in June and close in early September. Registration will be through ArtCall and will be announced later in the spring. All information including the prospectus will be sent out in e-blasts  as well as posted on the NMWS website—stay tuned.

    Direct questions to Exhibition Chair, Jean Conway edconway@me.com


    • Sunday, November 29, 2026
    • 5:00 PM
    • The Hood, 206 Harrelson Street Las Cruces, NM 88005

    NMWS 2026 Fall Juried Exhibition Closes
    Hosted by the Southern Chapter

    Exhibit runs Nov 6-29, Fridays through Sundays

    Juror: Don Andrews, AWS

    Judge: TBA

    New Mexico Watercolor Society–Southern Chapter invites members of both NMWS chapters to submit artwork for selection to the 2026 Fall Exhibition.  There is NO theme for this exhibition.  Selection counts toward NMWS Signature Status. 

    Call for entries will open in June and close in early September. Registration will be through ArtCall and will be announced later in the spring. All information including the prospectus will be sent out in e-blasts  as well as posted on the NMWS website—stay tuned.

    Direct questions to Exhibition Chair, Jean Conway edconway@me.com


    • Friday, January 01, 2027
    • 9:30 AM
    • Sunday, January 31, 2027
    • 12:30 PM
    • Mesilla Heritage Park Condo Clubhouse, 905 Conway, Mesilla Park

    Drawing Workshop 3: "Animals and More".

    A four session SC Mini Series with Sue Davis, January 2027
    more info to follow 


    Location: Mesilla Heritage Park Condo Clubhouse,
    905 Conway, Mesilla Park, NM

    Very Short Instructor Bio: 

    Sue is a graduate of the American Academy of Art in Chicago and has been teaching at the college level for over 14 years. She draws every single day and enjoys helping others discover the simple joy of sketching. Sue believes that knowing how to see and draw well is the foundation for creating believable paintings

    Sponsored by the NM Watercolor Society's Southern Chapter.  

    • Monday, February 01, 2027
    • 10:00 AM
    • Friday, February 26, 2027
    • 5:00 PM
    • Frame & Art Center, 1100 S. Main Street, Las Cruces

    Call for NMWS–SC Artists :
    Members Only 
    Alternate Spaces Show

        "For the Love of Color!" 

    February 2027
    Frame & Art Center, 1100 S Main St, Las Cruces, NM

    This is a non-juried exhibit for SC members only where you get to show your love of COLOR in watermedia!  More news to follow but keep this show in mind while you're painting... 

    Questions? Contact

    Cathy Skerker - cskerker@yahoo.com - 716-870-5878

    • Friday, February 05, 2027
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Frame & Art Center, 1100 S. Main Street, Las Cruces

    Artists Reception 

        "For the Love of Color!" 

    February  5th from 5-7 pm
    Frame & Art Center, 1100 S Main St, Las Cruces, NM

    This is a non-juried exhibit for SC members only where you get to show your love of COLOR in watermedia!  More news to follow but keep this show in mind while you're painting... 

    Questions? Contact

    Cathy Skerker - cskerker@yahoo.com - 716-870-5878

    • Tuesday, April 20, 2027
    • 9:00 AM
    • Thursday, April 22, 2027
    • 4:00 PM
    • Las Cruces Village, Social Center, 3011 Buena Vida Circle, Las Cruces, NM 88001

    Save the Date:  Workshop with Ken Call, AWS, NWS, TWSA 

    Tuesday through Thursday

    April 20-22, 2027
    9 am - 4 pm

    Las Cruces Village Social Center,  3025 Terrace Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88011

    See Ken Call's website.  

    More details and registration in Fall 2026.  


New Mexico Watercolor Society

P.O. Box 11604
Albuquerque, NM 87192
Contact - nmwatercolorsociety[at]gmail.com

New Mexico Watercolor Society - SC

PO Box 1571
Las Cruces, NM 88004-1571
Contact - nmwatercolorsociety[at]gmail.com

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