Artist Opportunities

Calls for entry, exhibition proposals, and membership information

Become an Artist Member

Artspace is operated by its artist members. All artist members pay dues to support the gallery financially. Active artists members staff the gallery and work on committees to help achieve Artspace’s goals. Artist and community members alike are eligible to take on leadership roles including officers and governing board positions.

Check out our new Associate Artist Membership level - Artists and emerging artists (18 or over) who are interested in assisting in the administration and operation of Artspace but who may not wish to apply as Artist Members.

There are many benefits and opportunities for artists to become active in our vibrant arts community.

Learn more about the privileges and responsibilities, and How to Apply for Artist Membership.

Submit your work for exhibition:

Radius 250: 2026

11th Biennial Regional Juried Exhibition

Enter Radius 250: 2026, Artspace's 11th Biennial Regional Juried Exhibition, for a chance to exhibit your artwork at Artspace's gallery. This exhibition is open to all themes and media from artists living and/or working within 250 miles of Richmond, VA.

Prizes:

  • 1st Place: $300, plus a solo exhibition at Artspace.

  • 2nd Place: $200.

  • 3rd Place $100.

  • Also, at the discretion of the juror, up to three honorable mentions.

IMPORTANT DATES

Exhibition Dates: January 23, 2026 - March 21, 2026

Submission Deadline: midnight, Friday, December 5, 2025, EDT.

Jury Dates: 12/6/25 - 12/19/25

Notification of acceptance: Saturday, 12/20/25

Accepted work received: Wednesday, Jan. 14/ Thursday, Jan. 15/ Friday, Jan. 16/ Saturday, Jan. 17. Delivery accepted during gallery hours, noon to 4pm. Gallery is closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

Installation of Work: January 19 - 22

Opening Reception and Awards presentation: Friday, January 23, 2026 (5:00 – 6:00 Invitational Preview; 6:00 – 8:00 Public Reception; 6:30pm Juror Presentation.) 

Show Closes: Saturday, March 21, 4:00pm

Pick up Work: March 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm; March 22, noon - 2:00pm

Return of Shipped Work: by Friday, April 11.

HOW TO APPLY

Submissions are accepted via Cafe until December 5, 2025.