Upcoming exhibition:
IWS Australia&Canada-Homeland & Awakening An Immersive Spatial Watercolor Exhibition 2026
Spatial Curator / Lead Curator: Natalie Zuo Co-Curator: Fang Lan
Homeland & Awakening is an immersive exhibition that invites audiences to enter, walk through, and emotionally inhabit a spatial narrative environment inspired by watercolor art.
Built from hand-painted watercolor concepts, original 3D environmental design, and carefully composed spatial rhythm, the project transforms traditional watercolor aesthetics into a living, explorable exhibition space. Light, sound, landscape, and symbolic installations merge into a unified experiential field rather than a series of static artworks.
Inspired by natural landscapes from Australia and Canada, the exhibition guides visitors through a sequence of emotionally charged regions — deserts, snow mountains, rose gardens, and ceremonial gathering fields — each reflecting themes of memory, love, healing, and awakening.
Developed as an invited exhibition for selected watercolor artists within the International Watercolor Society network (IWS Australia Women’s Art & Canada, CGAA), Homeland & Awakening functions as a Hero Watercolor Exhibition — highlighting leading artistic voices and narrative-driven watercolor practices through an immersive spatial format.
The project demonstrates how watercolor can evolve beyond paper into a multi-sensory immersive exhibition, while preserving its core language: fluidity, atmosphere, breathing space, and emotional resonance.
Rather than following game logic, the experience is structured through curatorial pacing and watercolor logic, allowing audiences to pause, linger, and reflect within the space.
Exhibition Period: July 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2025
Opening Ceremony: July 1 2026 (Online Release)
Submission Deadline: May 31, 2026
Selected Artists Announcement: Jun 10, 2026
Preview Open: Jun 28, 2026
Watercolour artists identifying as residing in Australia, Canada, and International
Medium: Traditional Medium – Watercolour Storyline
Traditional, non-digital artworks are eligible, provided the work is based on watercolor and presents a clear narrative or storytelling approach.
Size: A3 (297×420mm) or A2 (420×594mm)
Each artist: Up to 2 artworks, with a maximum of 1 artwork selected for the exhibition
Submission Materials include:
- High-resolution artwork images (300ppi)
- Artwork title and description in both Chinese and English (not exceeding 100 words)
- Artist’s name, country/region, resume (optional)
This exhibition is free to participate in for all eligible artists.
Consignment Agreement
WHEREAS, the Artist is the original creator of certain watercolour artworks, and the Consignee agrees to sell such artworks through its online platform, both parties hereby agree as follows:
1. Scope of Agreement
1.1 The Artist authorises the Consignee to display and sell their selected artworks on the Consignee’s online sales platform.
1.2 Ownership of the artworks remains with the Artist until the artwork is sold to a buyer.
2. Commission and Payment
2.1 The Consignee is entitled to a 30% commission on the sale price of each artwork sold.
2.2 The remaining 70% of the sale proceeds shall be paid to the Artist within 14 business days after the sale is completed.
2.3 These allocations are calculated after any applicable taxes.
2.4 Payment will be made via bank transfer or PayPal to an account nominated by the Artist.
3. Shipping and Packaging
3.1 The Artist is responsible for providing high-resolution images and accurate descriptions of the artworks.
3.2 If the Consignee is responsible for packaging and shipping, related costs may be deducted from the Artist’s share.
3.3 If the Artist handles packaging and shipping, artworks must be dispatched within 5 business days of order confirmation.
4. Returns and Disputes
4.1 If a buyer requests a return for reasons not caused by the Consignee, return shipping costs shall be borne by the Artist. Any refund processed by the Consignee may be deducted from the Artist’s payout.
4.2 The Consignee is liable for any loss or dispute resulting from their own error or negligence.
5. Intellectual Property
5.1 Copyright of all artworks remains with the Artist.
5.2 The Consignee is granted the right to use images of the artworks solely for promotional and sales purposes.
6. Term and Termination
6.1 This Agreement shall be valid on an ongoing basis, effective from the date of signing.
6.2 Either party may terminate this Agreement with 30 days’ written notice.
6.3 Upon termination, the Consignee shall cease all sales and promotional use of the artworks.
7. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Victoria, Australia. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved in the courts of that jurisdiction.
Embracing Artistic Futures
At IWS Australia, we envision a future where the vibrant contributions of female watercolor artists are celebrated and cherished. We strive to create a nurturing space that inspires connection, creativity, and appreciation for the unique stories each artwork tells. Join us as we embark on this journey of artistic exploration and empowerment.