Pittsburgh Watercolor Society Aqueous Open International 2024

Watercolorists from around the world enter this annual exhibition, which is in its 79th year. Come and see some of the best in watercolors!

Aqueous Open 2024 is on display through October 25 at Stifel Fine Art Center. Regular gallery hours are 9am-5pm Monday through Friday and 10am-4pm Saturday. Admission is free.

Sponsored by United Bank.

Opening Reception

Join us from 1-4pm Saturday, September 7 for the opening reception for Aqueous 2024. View the exhibit and meet the artists.

The reception is free and open to the public. Donations accepted.

Register online or call 304-242-7700 to attend the opening reception. RSVPs are appreciated, but not required. All are welcome.

More about the Pittsburgh Watercolor Society

The original membership of 20 was one of the first groups to be affiliated with the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. The membership of the Pittsburgh Watercolor Society has grown to more than 250 artists who enjoy this opportunity to explore and share their broad range of styles and techniques.

Stifel Center Art Exhibit Season

A vibrant public space accessible to everyone, the Stifel Fine Arts Center showcases the work of established and emerging artists. Year-round, changing exhibits encourage enjoyment and appreciation of visual art through direct engagement with original works in traditional and non-traditional mediums.

Exhibits provide a platform for critical thinking, stimulate learning about art and the creative process and challenge viewers to expand the definition of art and reflect on the role of art in society.

Exhibits are free and open to the public to tour.

2024-25 Stifel Exhibition Season

Pittsburgh Watercolor Society Aqueous Open International 2024
September 7– October 25, 2024

Holiday Art Show and Sale
November 15–December 23, 2024

36th Annual Regional Student Art Exhibition
January 16–February 8, 2025

Earth & Fire 2025
February 22–March 29, 2025

Lyrical Abstraction
April 10-May 17, 2025

Crosscurrents 2025
May 29–July 12, 2025

About the Stifel Fine Arts Center

Housed in the historic Edemar Mansion, the Stifel Fine Arts Center is a treasure trove for artistic expression and personal fulfillment. As a public arts center, the community can enjoy our galleries, classrooms and performance spaces. Artists, art lovers, students, educators and families gather here to connect and engage in creative pursuits.

Tour our art galleries and see the work of local, regional and national artists. You can take a class in painting, pottery, jewelry making and more. Our classes and workshops provide knowledge and tools to explore the visual arts.

Attend a jazz concert, wine tasting or craft beer event. The elegant setting is ideal for date nights and evenings out with friends.