SDWS was established in 1965 and is one of the largest and most active  galleries in the United States. Our annual Plein Air Show is widely recognized for its high standard of excellence in water media art, created en plein air .

The event attracts entries from water media artists worldwide. The Exhibition features over $4,000 in cash awards. Our Juror, Ken Goldman has selected 60 paintings and will award prizes, in person, in the galley.

The prize results will be posted on this page and emailed to all entrants on July 1, 2026. Prizes will be presented during the reception,
Sunday, July 5^th, 1-3pm, held in our gallery. The reception is open to all visitors.