The BREVARD WATERCOLOR SOCIETY was established in 1995. It is a non-profit 501(c)(3)
organization, sponsored in part by the Brevard Board of County Commissioners, through the Brevard Cultural Alliance, Inc. It has a current membership of over 200 members. The watercolor society, its members and volunteers are dedicated to the watercolor medium and excellence in education, exhibitions, and community service.
BWS frequently partners with other organizations to display themed watercolor exhibits and shows. Previous exhibits have included Watercolors of Olde Brevard which showcased the history of Brevard County, and Celebration of 40 Years of the Kennedy Space Center which highlighted NASA's flight into space, using their photos as reference material. Watercolor Wild Things, now in its 8th year at the Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge, is a show featuring Florida fauna and wildlife. Postcards From Home, a collection of 230 original postcards, consists of orginal watercolor paintings by members of BWS and showcases the best talent Brevard County, Florida has to offer. The large 6-panel display has been on exhibit throughout Brevard County and at the State Capitol in Tallahassee, Florida. The Postcards from Home panels are now on display at the Wickham Park Senior Center, Melbourne, Florida.
BWS also partners with Brevard County Schools in their Bringing Watercolors to Schools program. Approximately 29 schools and BWS volunteer artists participate in the program each year. BWS members also collect donated art supplies to help support this program along with grant funding provided by the Brevard Cultural Alliance.
Art Scholarships are offered to students with funds raised by the Brevard Watercolor Society. These scholarships are offered each spring and fall through the Brevard Community College Foundation on behalf of the Society. Donations accepted for these programs below.
Many of our members teach classes and workshops throughout Brevard County for all ability levels. A list of teachers that instruct is available on the Forms & Brochures page, and at BWS general meetings.
Membership is open to seasonal and permanent residents of Brevard County, Florida who are at least 18 years of age. Membership runs by the calendar year of January through December. Individual membership is $45.00 and family membership is $50.00
An interest in the society is the only requirement to become a member. Membership offers the opportunity of learning through demos, free mini-workshops, and workshops offered at a discounted fee. Opportunities to exhibit, attend art events and trips, and to enjoy the camaraderie & friendship of other artists are invaluable benefits available with a Brevard Watercolor Society Membership. Also, you may now apply with our Online Membership Application/Renewal Form.
Donations are always welcome and sincerely appreciated. Consider us for an art legacy.
Please take advantage of our secure Paypal Donate option which can be found at the bottom of the page.
You may also contact BWS Treasurer Mary Pasquarello at 321-725-7777 or mail your contribution to:
Brevard Watercolor Society
P.O Box 361076
Melbourne,FL 32936-1076
