Our Mission
Promoting Michigan Water Media Artists since 1946
To promote a stronger awareness and interest in watercolor as well as advancement of watercolor media as an art form through presentations, workshops, juried shows, and artist networking.
Our Dedicated Board Members
Meet the passionate volunteers guiding our watercolor community forward.
Tracy Lyons
President
Brings years of watercolor experience and a passion for connecting people in our organization.
Sharon Henn
Treasurer and Webmaster
An artist with a head for numbers and organization keeping details on track
Tina Hotchkiss
Exhibition Co-Chair
Known for creative event planning and showcasing the work of our members.
Jill McGinn
Exhibition Co-Chair
Tirelessly supporting our visiting juror and workshop artists.
Christine Skoglund
Exhibition Co-Chair
Tirelessly supporting our visiting juror and workshop artists.
Vicki Pisto
Membership Chair
Keeps meticulous records of our membership roster
Patricia Davenport
Awards & Fundraising Chair
Making contact with donors and coordinating our award ceremony.
David Giordan
Graphics Chair
Helping maintain printed materials for our organization
Lisa Tennant
Newsletter Chair
Coordinating and producing our seasonal newsletters
Cindy Rashid
Social Chair
In charge of hospitality at our meetings and exhibits
Virginia LaMont Naegeli
Recording Secretary
Rocco Pisto
President Emeritus & Advisor to the Board
Highly energetic and tirelessly devoted to our organization
Robin Maxon
Corresponding Secretary
Jeanne O’Leary
Historian
Keeping track of our historical documents
Cheryl Boc-Chidester
Travel Co-Chair
Helping move the annual exhibit to the travel show
Lori McElrath-Eslick
Social Media Chair
Keeping members informed via our social media channels