It's time to start painting: Watercolor U.S.A. 2009 will be held June 6 through August 2 at the Springfield Art Museum in Springfield, Missouri. The goal of the annual exhibition is to recognize and encourage watermedia painting and to simulate the collection of orginal works. Prizes include cash awards totaling $40,000. The entry free is $15 and the deadline for entry is March 31. For a 2009 Prospectus, send a SASE to Watercolor U.S.A., Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Drive, Springfield, MO 65807 or call 417/837-5700. For more information, click here to visit the Springfield Art Museum's website or email watercolorusa@springfieldmo.gov.