North American Watercolor (NAW) International Exhibition

North American Watercolor (NAW) is proud to present its inaugural International Online Exhibition, celebrating excellence and innovation in contemporary watercolor from artists around the world. With $10,000 in anticipated cash and merchandise awards, the exhibition aims to showcase outstanding work while fostering a vibrant international watercolor community.

Award-winning artist Lana Privitera will serve as juror of selection and awards. Open to both members and non-members worldwide, this online exhibition highlights the diversity, creativity, and evolving possibilities of watercolor as a medium.

In addition to exhibitions, NAW publishes a quarterly digital magazine featuring artists interviews, educational articles and member spotlights while encouraging the next generation of artists through youth-focused initiatives and features.  Best of show will be featured in NAW magazine.

NAW International Online Exhibition, 2026
Estimated $10,000 in Cash and Prizes
•Best of Show - $3000 Second place, $1000
•Additional cash and merchandise awards
•USA 250th Celebration Award: $250 (Open to USA artist citizens) - Offered one time only in NAW history.
•Best of show will receive a feature in NAW Magazine

Juror of Selection and Awards: Lana Privitera

•Publication: All accept entries will be included in the 2026 International Catalog.  
•All accepted artists receive one point towards their signature.  

• Images must be cropped to exclude mats and frames and must be correctly oriented. 
• Artists are responsible for submitting accurate information and properly prepared images. Accepted work must match submitted image. Substitutions after the deadline will not be accepted. 
• Entries that do not meet these requirements may be disqualified.

Work may be for sale or marked Not for Sale (NFS). NAW will refer all sales inquiries directly to the artist. NAW does not take a commission on sales.

Open to all watercolor artists worldwide. Members receive a discounted entry fee using the coupon code available in their member portal.