The Australian Watercolour Institute is Australia’s oldest & most prestigious watercolour society with national & international membership. Six artists: B.E.Minns,A.J.Daplyn,C.E.S.Tindall, M. Stainforth,J.A.Bennett & A.H.Fullwood, were the initial members. Their stated aim was to encourage the practice of watercolour, & promote the appreciation & ownership of watercolour paintings.