The Royal Society of Painters in Water Colours

The Royal Society of Painters in Water Colours

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Founded in 1804, the Royal Watercolour Society is the oldest watercolour society in the world.

 

Today, the RWS is an artist-led society made up of an elected Membership who are amongst the finest practitioners in contemporary water-based painting. Artists work in a variety of water media including gouache, acrylic, pen & ink, mixed media as well as traditional watercolour.


The aim of the Society is to promote through education, exhibitions and events, the appreciation of water-based media.


Events
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WORKSHOP: Expressive Landscapes: Exploring the Wet-on-Wet Technique with Sophie Knight RWS
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WORKSHOP: Expressive Landscapes: Exploring the Wet-on-Wet Technique with Sophie Knight RWS
Oct 19, 10:30 - 4:30 PM GMT+1
3-5 Whitcomb St., London WC2H 7HA, UK
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WORKSHOP: Autumnal Flowers & Still Life in Acrylic with Andrea Humphries
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WORKSHOP: Autumnal Flowers & Still Life in Acrylic with Andrea Humphries
Oct 21, 10:30 - 4:30 PM GMT+1
3-5 Whitcomb St., London WC2H 7HA, UK
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WORKSHOP: Reimagining the Self-Portrait with Jessica Jane Charleston and Alice Macdonald
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WORKSHOP: Reimagining the Self-Portrait with Jessica Jane Charleston and Alice Macdonald
Oct 22, 10:30 - 4:30 PM GMT+1
3-5 Whitcomb St., London WC2H 7HA, UK
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WORKSHOP: Into the Woods: Painting Trees & Forests in Watercolour with Mark Entwisle RWS
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WORKSHOP: Into the Woods: Painting Trees & Forests in Watercolour with Mark Entwisle RWS
Oct 23, 10:30 - 4:30 PM GMT+1
3-5 Whitcomb St., London WC2H 7HA, UK
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WORKSHOP: Landscape, Memory & Narrative in Acrylic with David Phillips
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WORKSHOP: Landscape, Memory & Narrative in Acrylic with David Phillips
Oct 24, 10:30 - 4:30 PM GMT+1
3-5 Whitcomb St., London WC2H 7HA, UK
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WORKSHOP: The Portrait in Time: Observation, Layering & Gesture with Curtis Holder
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WORKSHOP: The Portrait in Time: Observation, Layering & Gesture with Curtis Holder
Oct 26, 10:30 - 4:30 PM GMT
3-5 Whitcomb St., London WC2H 7HA, UK
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WORKSHOP: Watercolour & Ink: Exploring Mark-Making with Tessa Pearson RWS
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WORKSHOP: Watercolour & Ink: Exploring Mark-Making with Tessa Pearson RWS
Oct 28, 10:30 - 4:30 PM GMT
3-5 Whitcomb St., London WC2H 7HA, UK
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WORKSHOP: Drawing the City: Exploring Viewpoint & Perspective with John Duffin RWS
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WORKSHOP: Drawing the City: Exploring Viewpoint & Perspective with John Duffin RWS
Oct 29, 10:30 - 4:30 PM GMT
3-5 Whitcomb St., London WC2H 7HA, UK
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WORKSHOP: Painting the Sea: Water, Reflections & Shadows in Watercolour with Cesc Farré
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WORKSHOP: Painting the Sea: Water, Reflections & Shadows in Watercolour with Cesc Farré
Oct 30, 10:30 - 4:30 PM GMT
3-5 Whitcomb St., London WC2H 7HA, UK
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WORKSHOP: Creating Coastal Landscapes: Colour, Texture & Natural Materials with Frances Hatch RWS
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WORKSHOP: Creating Coastal Landscapes: Colour, Texture & Natural Materials with Frances Hatch RWS
Oct 31, 10:30 - 4:30 PM GMT
3-5 Whitcomb St., London WC2H 7HA, UK
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Portfolio Reviews with Royal Watercolour Society Artists
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Portfolio Reviews with Royal Watercolour Society Artists
Gain valuable insight into your practice through a one-to-one portfolio review with an artist of the Royal Watercolour Society.Our Artist Portfolio Reviews are designed for artists at all stages of their careers who are seeking thoughtful, professional feedback on their work. Whether you are refining a new body of work, preparing for exhibitions, applying for open calls (such as the RWS Open), applying for society membership, residencies or funding opportunities, or considering the next direction for your practice, these reviews offer a rare opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue with some of the UK's most accomplished contemporary practitioners, and get their feedback in a constructive and supportive way.More than a critique, each review is a professional conversation tailored to your individual practice. Our reviewers will discuss the strengths of your work, explore areas for development, and offer guidance on presentation, artistic progression, and professional opportunities. How It Works Book your portfolio review with your chosen RWS artist.Following your booking, our team will contact you to arrange a convenient date and time with a Royal Watercolour Society reviewer.Submit up to 15–20 portfolio images and any relevant supporting information.Meet with your reviewer for a focused 45-minute discussion of your work and artistic practice.Reviews are generally conducted online via Zoom, making them accessible to artists throughout the UK and internationally. In-person reviews at RWS Gallery may also be arranged where possible. Review Fee: £145 Your booking includes:A 45-minute one-to-one portfolio review with a distinguished Royal Watercolour Society artistAdvance review of up to 15–20 portfolio imagesPersonalised feedback and professional guidance tailored to your practiceDiscussion of artistic development, presentation, exhibitions, opportunities, and career progressionOnline review via Zoom or in-person review where available at RWS Gallery
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