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ARIZONA WATERCOLOR ASSOCIATION INC

Phoenix, AZ · EIN 942822573 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE B60 · Education · Micro (<$100K) · www.azwatercolor.com
revenue
$35K
expenses
$35K
net assets
$75K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

Advancement of Water Colors

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arizona Watercolor Association (AWA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1960 by professional watercolor artists and instructors. It promotes and advances the art of painting in water-soluble media through education, exhibitions, and organized events. AWA serves artists of all skill levels, fostering a supportive community for learning and artistic growth.

named programs · 7 · from sources

what they call their work

65th Anniversary Book
A commemorative book to be published in 2025, offering AWA members an opportunity to be part of the organization's legacy.
Fall Exhibition
An annual juried exhibition for AWA members to showcase their work in water-soluble media.
Juror Workshops
Workshops led by jurors of the Spring and Fall exhibitions, offering advanced instruction in water-soluble media.
Member Workshops
Workshops taught by AWA members for both members and non-members, covering various techniques and media in water-soluble art.
Monthly Programs
Monthly meetings featuring networking, art critiques, and live demonstrations by featured artists, held from September to November and January to May.
Spring Exhibition
An annual juried exhibition for AWA members to showcase their work in water-soluble media.
Western Federation of Watercolor Societies (WFWS) Exhibition
Participation in an annual juried exhibition hosted by a regional member society of the WFWS, encouraging artistic excellence and increasing visibility of watercolor as an artistic medium.
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • Community Art Exhibitions & Festivals 4 activities
    • Host monthly member meetings with artist demonstrations and critiques
      Hosts monthly meetings from September to November and January to May featuring live artist demonstrations, art critiques, social time, and membership updates for watercolor artists.
    • Host monthly member meetings with artist demonstrations and critiques
      Hosts monthly meetings from September to November and January to May featuring live artist demonstrations, art critiques, social time, and membership updates for watercolor artists.
    • Organize annual exhibitions for members and regional collaboration
      Hosts two premier juried exhibitions annually (Spring and Fall) to promote artistic excellence and visibility of watercolor; participates in the rotating Western Federation of Watercolor Societies exhibition through annual submissions and hosting.
    • Organize annual exhibitions for members and regional collaboration
      Hosts two premier juried exhibitions annually (Spring and Fall) to promote artistic excellence and visibility of watercolor; participates in the rotating Western Federation of Watercolor Societies exhibition through annual submissions and hosting.
  • Visual Arts Instruction & Workshops 2 activities
    • Conduct educational workshops led by professional artists
      Offers ongoing workshops led by AWA members and internationally recognized artists, including multi-hour sessions on topics such as water reflections, intuitive painting, architectural watercolor, and portrait techniques.
    • Conduct educational workshops led by recognized artists
      Offers ongoing workshops led by AWA members and internationally recognized artists, including multi-hour sessions and specific themed workshops such as 'Water Reflections' and 'Intuitive Painting Mindset', open to members and non-members.
  • Watercolor Artist Support Programs 1 activity
    • Advance watercolor art through education and organized events
      Promotes and advances the art of painting in water-soluble media through structured programming including education, exhibitions, and artist-led events that support artistic development and community engagement.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Produce commemorative publication for organizational anniversary
      Planning to publish a commemorative book in 2025 to mark the organization's 65th anniversary, highlighting its history and contributions to watercolor art.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$35K
Contributions & grants$25K70%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$470%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$35K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$75K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$75K
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue +111.2%
relationships · 18

who they work with

  • Arizona Artists Guild Partner — Hosts Arizona Watercolor Association meetings at its facility.
  • Arizona Artists Guild Partner — Hosts Arizona Watercolor Association workshops at its facility.
  • Arizona Artists Guild Partner — Hosts workshops at the Arizona Artists Guild location in Phoenix, AZ.
  • Colorado Watercolor Society Partner — Member society of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, collaborating with AWA through the federation's annual exhibition.
  • Idaho Watercolor Society Partner — Member society of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, collaborating with AWA through the federation's annual exhibition.
  • New Mexico Watercolor Society Partner — One of the founding societies of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, with which AWA collaborates through the federation.
  • PresidentAZWatercolor@gmail.com Partner — Email contact for the president of the Arizona Watercolor Association
  • San Diego Watercolor Society Partner — Member society of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, collaborating with AWA through the federation's annual exhibition.
  • Southern Arizona Watercolor Guild Partner — Member society of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, collaborating with AWA through the federation's annual exhibition.
  • Southwestern Watercolor Society Partner — Member society of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, collaborating with AWA through the federation's annual exhibition.
  • Utah Watercolor Society Partner — Member society of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, collaborating with AWA through the federation's annual exhibition.
  • WFWS Partner — Has a delegate and alternate delegate to WFWS.
  • Watercolor Society of Oregon Partner — Member society of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, collaborating with AWA through the federation's annual exhibition.
  • West Texas Watercolor Society Partner — Member society of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, collaborating with AWA through the federation's annual exhibition.
  • Western Federation of Watercolor Societies Network — Member organization that participates in a regional federation to host annual juried exhibitions.
  • Western Federation of Watercolor Societies Network — Member society of the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, participating in its annual exhibition and governance.
  • Western Federation of Watercolor Societies Network — Submits artwork annually to the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies.
  • Western Federation of Watercolor Societies Partner — Collaborates with the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies by submitting entries annually.