128th Annual Exhibition by Indiana and Ohio Artists

Overview

The 128th Annual Exhibition by Indiana and Ohio Artists is a juried show open to artists 18+ residing in Indiana or Ohio. Submit original 2-D and 3-D artworks completed in 2025-2026. Both Amateur and Advanced divisions available.

Key Dates

• Entries Open: Friday, July 31, 2026
• Entry Deadline: Friday, September 4, 2026
• Acceptance Notification: Friday, September 18, 2026
• Artwork Drop-off: October 2–3, 10am–5pm
• Reception and Awards: Thursday, November 5, 2026, 7pm
• Exhibition: November 5, 2026 – January 9, 2027
• Artwork Pick-up: January 14–16, 10am–5pm

Eligibility

Open to all artists 18 years of age and over who presently live in Indiana or Ohio. Works must be original, completed in 2025-2026, and not previously exhibited in the Richmond Art Museum Annual Exhibition. No AI-generated artwork or AI-generated reference images permitted. Advanced division artists' works cannot have been executed in class or under supervision of an instructor.

Media & Specifications

Both 2-D and 3-D works eligible: drawing, printmaking, mixed media, painting, photography, fiber arts, clay, jewelry, sculpture, wood, and glass. Each artist may submit a maximum of 2 works. No entry may exceed 60 inches in any direction, including frame, or exceed 50 pounds in weight. All works must be maintenance-free.

Fees

• RAM Members or Students: $30 for 2 works
• Non-Members: $55 for 2 works
• Entry fees are non-refundable

Awards

• $5,000 – Best of Show
• $1,000 – Awards of Excellence (3)
• $500 – Merit Awards (5)
• $250 – Merit Awards (6)

Framing & Shipping Requirements

All wall-hung work must be properly framed with securely attached wire. Vertical D Rings are the preferred hardware. Use flat strap wires only (no cleats, saw-tooth or clip frame hangers). Works on paper must be glazed (glass or plexiglass). RAM will not assume liability for loss or damage during transit.

Sales & Commission

All works in Advanced Division must be for sale. Works over $5,000 must have proof of previous sales. The Richmond Art Museum will retain a 30% commission. Prices listed on the entry form must reflect this commission. Purchase Awards will be paid at 70% of the listed price. Prices may not change after submissions close. RAM provides insurance on all works for the listed sales price, subject to a maximum of $5,000 per item.

Amateur Division

Amateur artists may enter with the same requirements as the Advanced Division, except works completed under supervision are eligible. An amateur is defined as an artist in early stages of development or whose motivation is basically recreational. Artists previously accepted into the Advanced Division are not eligible.