2026 WAA Members’ Show
Whitewater Arts Alliance Members’ show 2026
December 3 - 27, 2026
Reception: Saturday, December 12, 1pm to 4pm
The Whitewater Arts Alliance (WAA) is pleased to announce its 2026 Members' Show, an annual tradition that highlights the talents of the WAA members. WAA invites all current members to take part in this special exhibition, which offers a chance for artists to display their artwork, connect with other artists, and celebrate the creative spirit that makes Whitewater unique.
Every December, the Cultural Arts Center is filled with art from its members of all ages and skill levels. This exhibition highlights the creativity within our community and showcases a wide variety of styles and mediums. It’s a wonderful way to see what’s inspiring our local artists as they share their work.
Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, December 12, from 1 pm-4 pm at the Whitewater Arts Alliance's Cultural Arts Center, 402 W Main St, Whitewater. This special event will feature the artists behind the artwork. Learn more about their inspirations, and enjoy light refreshments in a vibrant gallery setting.
The exhibition will include two exciting opportunities for visitors. They will have the chance to vote for their favorite piece, and the artist with the most votes will be announced on Sunday, December 27. Visitors can also sign up to be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a FREE 2027 WAA membership! The winner will be drawn at the reception.
One of the many perks of being a WAA member is that members may submit up to three pieces of their original artwork with no entry fees. Additionally, there are no commission fees. Artists will keep 100% of the proceeds from any artwork sold during the show.
Whether you’re a participating artist or an enthusiastic supporter, we welcome you to join us in making the 2026 Members’ Show a memorable event for all. Let’s celebrate the arts together! If you would like to become a member, visit our website page https://www.whitewaterarts.org/membership and fill out a membership form.
If you are not a current WAA member but would like to exhibit in the 2026 Members’ Show, we offer a Mid-Year Membership that includes the remainder of 2026 and all of 2027. This entitles you to exhibit in both the 2026 and 2027 Members’ Shows. Info at https://www.whitewaterarts.org/membership
EXHIBIT WEB PAGE
(this page): whitewaterarts.org/member-show-2026
CONTACTS
Mary Nevicosi, Exhibit Co-Chair - wwartsalliance@gmail.com
Jeff McDonald, Exhibit Co-Chair - waa.franachen@gmail.com
AWARDS
Viewers’ Choice Award
Random Drawing for 2027 WAA Membership
KEY DATES
Entry Deadline: Sunday, November 22, 2026 11:59pm.
Gallery Exhibit Dates: December 3 - December 27, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, December 12, 2026, 1pm - 4pm
Artwork Delivery Times:
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 4pm-6pm;
Wednesday, December 2, 4pm-6pm.
Artwork Pickup:
Sunday, December 27, 2026 4pm-6pm;
Monday December 28, 2026, 4pm-6pm.
Viewers’ Choice Award Announcement: Sunday, December 27, 2026
ENTRY FEES
NONE. This is one benefit of being a WAA member.
COMMISSION
NONE. Another member benefit is that there is no commission charge on sales of artwork from the Member Exhibition.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
General
Any current member of the Whitewater Arts Alliance may submit up to a maximum of three pieces of their original artwork.
Submitted pieces should represent work completed during the last two years.
Submitted pieces must be original. If a piece directly references or reproduces a photograph, the artist is to have taken the original photograph(s).
Submitted 2-dimensional pieces must be wired and ready for hanging. Pedestals are available for 3-dimensional pieces, but if a display case is needed, the artist is to provide and help install it.
Advance registration is required. An online entry (recommended) or completed paper copy of the form must be submitted and received by the Entry Deadline (listed above).
An artwork identification tag is to be attached to each entry when delivered.
Artwork is to be delivered to the CAC gallery during the listed Artwork Delivery Time, and picked up there at the listed Artwork Pickup Time.
Usage Rights
Artist maintains copyright to their artwork but grants WAA permission to use photographs of the artwork for WAA promotional purposes.
Artist grants WAA permission to use photograph(s) and/or video images of their artwork on WAA’s website.
The artist shall indemnify and hold WAA harmless from and against any loss, expense or damage occasioned by any claim, demand, suit or recovery against WAA, arising out of any alleged use of the image which violates or breaches a third party's property rights.
Note Cards/Postcards
WAA may print note cards and/or postcards using photographs of the artwork selected for Viewers’ Choice Awards.
To be considered for Viewers’ Choice awards, the artist consents to allowing WAA to use a photograph of the awarded artwork for the production of note cards and/or postcards.
The artist retains all rights to the artwork and will be identified as the creator of the image.
All profits from the sale of these postcards/note cards will benefit WAA and the Cultural Arts Center.
Commission on Sales
WAA does not charge commission on sales made during the member show.
WAA collects and submits sales taxes.
Resources
Registration Form: Download
Artwork ID Tags: Download
Press Release: Coming soon…