The New Masters 4: Women Artists of Northeast Ohio

Submit up to 3 original artworks created within the last 5 years for a juried exhibition with cash awards determined by number of entries.

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Deadline: 29 days left
Entry fee: $10
Award: Cash Awards determined by number of Entries
Location: Ohio
Size cap: ≤ 30" max dimension

About

Overview

The New Masters 4: Women Artists of Northeast Ohio is a juried exhibition hosted by the Florence O'Donnell Wasmer Gallery at Ursuline College campus of Gannon University in Pepper Pike, Ohio. The exhibition celebrates the creative excellence of women artists in the region.

Eligibility

Open only to emerging and professional women artists 18 years of age and older currently residing in the 18 counties of Northeast Ohio: Ashland, Ashtabula, Columbiana, Cuyahoga, Erie, Geauga, Huron, Lake, Lorain, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Richland, Stark, Summit, Trumbull, Tuscarawas, and Wayne.

Submission Dates

Submissions open: Friday, July 24, 2026 at 5 PM EST
Submissions close: Sunday, August 23, 2026 by 11:59 PM EST
Online registration required

Media & Size

2D artwork (including mat and frame): no larger than 30" X 40"
Works in a series: combined no larger than 30" X 40", maximum 6 pieces
Freestanding sculpture: must not exceed 40 pounds
All works must be original, created within the last 5 years
No reproductions, giclees, or artwork previously exhibited at Wasmer Gallery

Fees & Awards

Entry fee: $10 per entry
Maximum of 3 entries per artist
Cash awards determined by number of entries
Juror: Yana Mikho-Misho, artist, arts advocate and director of Cleveland, Ohio

Presentation Requirements

All accepted artworks must arrive ready for installation. 2D works must be properly matted, backed, and under glass or plexi-glass with framed hardware (screw eyes or D-rings) and wires securely attached. All art must be signed, dated, and labeled. All entries must have a sale price or be marked NFS with an insurance value.

Delivery & Pickup

Artists are responsible for all delivery and pickup during stated days and times. No shipped works will be allowed. Late deliveries will not be accepted. Works will not be stored after the show closes.

Contact

For technical assistance, contact [email protected]

Media accepted

all mediadrawingglassinstallationpaintingphotographyprintmakingsculpture

Award: Cash Awards determined by number of Entries
Entry fee: $10 per entry, maximum of 3 entries
Entries per artist: Up to 3
Theme: A juried exhibition celebrating the creative excellence of women artists who live and work in Northeast Ohio.
Eligibility: Regional
Audience: Emerging and professional women artists 18 years of age and older
Size & format: 2D artwork size (including mat and frame) must be no larger than 30" X 40". Freestanding sculpture must not exceed 40 pounds in weight.
Format: Ship your work in
Also worth noting: 2D artwork size (including mat and frame) must be no larger than 30" X 40". Freestanding sculpture must not exceed 40 pounds in weight.
Contact: [email protected]

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