Prospectus – Annual Sponsored Awards 2026
Theme: This all-media, open-themed exhibition features artwork by RAC Exhibiting Members, with cash awards donated by local merchants and individuals. This is an opportunity to submit your very best work.
Cash Awards: First, Second, Third and Honorable Mention will be awarded in each of 3 categories:
1. Oil and acrylic
2. Watercolor, printmaking, pastel, drawing, and mixed media
3. Photography and sculpture
ENTRY PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES
Artist’s Eligibility: Exhibiting Members only
How Many Works: One work per artist
Fee: $25; Fee waived for Art Angels
Please review the exhibition requirements carefully to ensure your work complies with the guidelines for acceptance at the Rowayton Arts Center. By submitting your work to the show, you agree to the exhibition requirements and RAC Gallery Policies.
The number of pieces accepted will be capped at 80, so the entry form will no longer accept entries once the cap is met. The exhibition chair reserves the right to refuse any entry on the grounds of poor condition or oversized artwork.
Remember, there is a process for uploading your images and paying for entries online before the drop-off deadline.
Due to limited gallery space, submissions will be limited to the first 80 pieces, so apply as early as possible.
After submitting your entry, you’ll be directed to PayPal to pay the $25 fee. Pay with either your PayPal account or as a guest using a credit card. Follow the prompts to complete payment.
Judge: Joseph Fucigna
Joseph Fucigna was born in New Rochelle, New York, and grew up in Norwalk, Connecticut. He received his Bachelors of Fine Arts degree from Alfred University School of Art and Design in New York and Masters of Fine Arts degree from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. He also attended the Triangle Workshop in Pine Plains, NY, and worked with the renowned sculptor Sir Anthony Caro and critic Clement Greenberg. Presently, Fucigna is a full-time Professor of Art at Norwalk Community College and is the Chair of the Studio Arts Program. Fucigna has also taught in the Art Department at The State University of New York, Stony Brook. Presently, he resides and works in Weston, CT.
IMPORTANT DATES
Submission form link here!
Submission Deadline: Friday, May 8 at midnight
Receiving Dates: Monday, May 11 (5–7pm) and Tuesday, May 12 (12-2pm)
ARTWORK MUST BE DELIVERED DURING RECEIVING TIMES – COMMITTEE WILL NOT ACCEPT PIECES DELIVERED AFTER 2 pm Tuesday, May 12. No exceptions!
Opening Reception: Sunday, May 17 (4-6pm)
Show Runs May 17 through June 14
Pick Up: Monday, June 15 (5-7pm) and Tuesday, June 16 (12-2pm)
Please pick up your artwork during the designated times. Due to extremely limited storage, any artwork not collected on time will incur a $10 per day storage fee, which will begin accruing on the day after the final pick-up date.
Questions? Please email executivedir@rowaytonarts.org