Interested in applying for Exhibiting Member status?
Next drop-off date for Artist Selection is in February 2025 TBD.
EXHIBITING ARTIST MEMBER PROSPECTUS
Artists may become full exhibiting members in one of two ways:
Multiple Juried Exhibition Acceptances: An artist who has been juried into three Open Juried Exhibitions held at the Rowayton Arts Center during a consecutive two year period is eligible to become an Exhibiting Artist Member. NOTE: For photographers, acceptance into two of the three juried exhibitions must include the Photography and Sculpture Show. Visit rowaytonarts.og/exhibition-calendar for the yearly exhibitions calendar.
By Exhibiting Artist Selection Committee:
The Exhibiting Artist Selection Committee meets three times a year (February, May and September), reviewing the work of up to 10 prospective RAC Exhibiting Artist Members each time. There is no application fee, however you must complete and submit our application form. If selected as an Exhibiting Artist Member, an annual fee of $65 will enable you to have an online gallery presence, guaranteed inclusion in four members only shows per year judged by local art professionals and curators and meet fellow artists at openings and volunteer events. We currently have over 200 exhibiting members.
Timing for Exhibiting Artist Selection Process
Please fill out a form before arriving at RAC – link will be live here approximately one month before date!
This is a two day process.
Drop off your work to the RAC gallery on Thursday 12-5pm, date TBD.
Acceptance: Artist selection will take place on the following day Friday in the morning with letter notifications sent to all artists by mail the following week.
Artists must pick up their artwork on that Friday (12-5pm) or Saturday (10am-1pm). If not accepted, we encourage you to reapply to another artist selection date or to enter one of our upcoming open juried shows.
Submission guidelines for Exhibiting Artist Selection Process:
No Submission Fee. If selected, annual dues: $65. All members automatically have a free online gallery link.
The Exhibiting Artist Selection Committee meets three times a year (February, May and September), reviewing the work of up to 10 prospective RAC Exhibiting Artist Members each time. There is no application fee, however you must complete and submit our application form. If selected as an Exhibiting Artist Member, an annual fee of $65 will enable you to have an online gallery presence, guaranteed inclusion in four members only shows per year judged by local art professionals/curators and meet fellow artists at openings and volunteer events. We currently have over 200 exhibiting members.
Important: New Policy as of September 2024
The Exhibiting Artists Selection committee respects the expense to matte, mount or frame art for consideration. Therefore, for the selection process only, the requirement to frame work is now optional. However, bear in mind that the manner in which you presents your work for consideration matters, as it informs the committee of your commitment to the process and professionalism.
About the Exhibiting Artist Selection Committee
The Artist Selection Committee is comprised of a carefully selected, anonymous group of approximately 9 volunteer artists and/or teaching artists. When reviewing work, the committee is looking for artists who have submitted a body of work that captures and holds our attention with a unique viewpoint, feeling or an original handling of materials.
What We Seek in Selection Process
- For all categories of media, a submission of 5 works completed within the last five years is required. A level of competence and confidence evident in the chosen medium, as well as professionalism in the presentation of the work, is essential.
- We are looking for a body of work identifiable as uniquely yours, presenting a good understanding of materials involved or communicating a concept clearly. We hope to see the passion, the vision and commitment to producing and submitting a unified body of work. We want to feel as excited as you are about your vision. What makes yours original?
- Artists must provide a brief artist statement (500 words or less) speaking to the submitted body of work or process. Also, in 150 words or less, please list any internships, accomplishments, honors, awards, residencies, mentors, influences or any other pertinent information you would like us to know about your work. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT A BIO. You will find an area to submit the artist statement as well as any special recognition on the application form.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
PAINTINGS
- 5 Original works, completed within the past 5 years.
- No larger than 40” x 40”.
- Professionally presented, framing optional.
- Dust free and clean.
2-D MIXED MEDIA
- 5 Original works, completed within the past 5 years.
- No larger than 40” x 40”.
- Professionally presented, framing optional. Consider a presentation case, box or portfolio. Separate work with acetate sheets and consider adding cotton gloves for handling.
- Dust free and clean.
PHOTOGRAPHY
- 5 Original works, completed within the past 5 years.
- Print to exhibition size, but no larger than 40” x 40”. No working prints please.
- Professionally presented, framing optional. Consider a presentation case, box or portfolio. Separate work with acetate sheets and consider adding cotton gloves for handling.
- Dust free and clean.
WORKS ON PAPER (drawing, printmaking, watercolor)
- 5 original works, completed within the past 5 years (no giclée copies).
- No larger than 40” x 40”
- Professionally presented, framing optional. Consider a presentation case, box or portfolio. Separate work with acetate sheets and consider adding cotton gloves for handling.
- Dust free and clean.
SCULPTURE/TEXTILES
- 5 original works ( 3 physical works plus 2 photographed from various angles).
- Size restrictions: 3’ x 3’.
- Specify how work is meant to be viewed (e.g. pedestal/ceiling mount, etc).