The Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour did not disappoint the thousands of visitors who attended the Annual Open Exhibition at The Royal Scottish Academy in Edinburgh
The RSW was established in 1876 and received its Royal Status from Queen Victoria in 1886. Today, our very supportive patron is HIs Majesty King Charles lll
King Charles noted that watercolour conveys that 'inner sense of texture'.
350 works were on show by top painters working in Scotland today, including fine watercolours by Jacqueline Orr RGI RSW, James McDonald RSW, Shona Barr RSW and Jennifer Irvine RGI RSW, amongst the spectacular exhibition
Truly a delightful watercolour showcase enjoyed in the heart of Edinburgh
Preview night of The Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour at Edinburgh's Royal Scottish Academy Buildings
Three Artists -(Right to left) Neil MacPherson RSA RGI RSW , James McDonald RSW, Peter Graham ROI RSW, at the grand opening of the RSW Annual Exhibition 2026
'Sound of Iona' Watercolour with the artist, Peter Graham ROI RSW- at the Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Watercolour, RSW, Annual Exhibition 2026