Membership Info

Membership

The mission of the Sierra Watercolor Society (SWS) is to foster, sustain, and increase interest and skills in the art of water-media painting through the sponsorship of meetings, educational programs, displays, and exhibitions. SWS shares the common love of water-media among its members and the public, and promotes the attainment and maintenance of a high standard of art by its members.

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Sierra Watercolor Society Member Information

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SWS Membership
Join SWS today! Membership dues only $35 a year. Students are welcome as members. We offer your first year of membership at no cost. SWS is asking all members to complete a membership application ONLINE. If paying online with a credit card, your membership will be effective immediately! You may pay by check, but membership will only be effective after payment is confirmed.

Annual Dues: $35 (after July $20).

Member Benefits

Nevada Fine Arts www.nvfinearts.com offers a 10% discount on purchases of $5 or more.
Exhibits. We have 4- 6 exhibits a year throughout Reno & Washoe County. Only members can show in SWS Exhibits, all opportunities to sell your paintings.
Workshops. Our 4 workshops each year by highly acclaimed artists cost less for members than for non-members.
Lending Library. From DVD's to books, we've got a large library to lend to members. See the list here.
Challenge. Only members can present a painting in the challenge at each meeting. It is a fun informal way to display a watercolor without exhibiting in a public venue.
Camaraderie with fellow painters.
Published announcements. Achievements and recognition in our monthly newsletter. If you are a teaching member, you may be listed as such in the newsletter and on our website.
Leadership. You have an opportunity to serve on the Board as an officer or chairperson!