Call for NMWS–SC Artists :
Members Only Alternate Spaces Show
"For the Love of Watermedia"
Friday, February 6–Friday, February 27, 2026
Frame & Art Center, 1100 S Main St, Las Cruces, NM
Register at: https://nmwatercolorsociety.org/event-6404881
Download prospectus and worksheet: FLOA 2026.pdf
Allowable Media: Watermedia, including fluid acrylics, gouache, watercolor pencils, and watercolor collage. Small amounts of ink and non-watercolor pencil/pen, and ink drawings with watercolor wash are allowed.
Allowable sizes: Painting surface can be as small as 4" x 4". Outside mat dimensions or mounted painting size should not exceed 14" x 18" (or 18" x 14"). Frames should be narrow, not wide, due to space limitations.
Allowable formats include any of the following:
• Watercolor paper with frame, plexiglass or glass, and mat(s) of any color
• Watercolor paper mounted on cradle board and varnished
• Thin panel (aquaboard, gessoboard or watercolor board), varnished and in standard frame
• Other–ask us and we ’ll let you know.
Artists may submit up to two paintings. Entry fee is $25 for one /$35 for two.
All work must be for sale. Attach a label to the back of each piece with:
• Name of Artist
• Title
• Medium
• Price
Sales of art work: Frame & Art Center will collect money for sold paintings and retain 20% commission. Price accordingly.
Intake: Artists must bring paintings to Frame & Art Center between 10 a.m. and 12 noon on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Opening & Reception: The show will open on Friday, February 6, 2026, and a reception will be held on the same day from 5–7 p.m. All artists are expected to attend the reception to greet the public. Light refreshments will be provided
Closing & Pick-up: The show will close on Friday, February 27, 2026. Artists must pick up unsold works between 10 a.m. and 12 noon on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Questions? Contact
Cathy Skerker - cskerker@yahoo.com - 716-870-5878
