February 9th, 2026 | CMW Monthly Meeting – President’s Challenge
Upcoming Events
March 9th, 2026 | CMW Monthly Meeting – Demo by Logan Benson
April 13th | CMW Monthly Meeting |Group Activity by CMW Artist Linda Addicott
May 4-7, 2026| Spring Painting Retreat
Recent Past Events
Calendar of Events
Shows
President's Message
Welcome to the President's Message, where we explore upcoming events, opportunities, and the continuing adventure of watercolor artistry in our vibrant community.
Read the Full President's Message for January/February 2026→
Interested in Becoming a Member?
Central MN Watercolorists is an independent community-based organization based in St. Cloud, MN Area. Membership is open to all, from beginner to professional, who have an interest in watercolor and other water media. CMW membership provides opportunities to participate, meet, paint, learn, network, an exhibit art.
Our History
CMW began as a small group of artists with a great love for the watercolor medium. The first formal meeting of about ten local artists was held January 19, 1981, to share ideas, experiences and information; and for the purpose of mutual learning, encouragement and motivation.
Board Members
Kerry Kupferschmidt, President
Rita Nelson, Vice President; Demo Artist Coordinator
Shelly Chambers, Treasurer
Rebecca Hlebain-Aaker, Show Coordinator
Paula Tift, Secretary
Claudia Forsberg and Pat Spence, Retreat Coordinators
Janet Stake, Social Media and Web Coordinator
Full Calendar
For more information about the events and to see our full calendar visit our events page.