Current Call for Art

Call for Entry: EMERGING 2026

Featuring artists ages 14 – 22

April 1 – 25, 2026

Entry Deadline: March 27th 

WFCA is seeking original works for our annual Emerging exhibit, a FREE exhibit featuring artists aged 14-22, which will run from April 1st through 25th.  As the world around us continues to rapidly change and evolve, we look to the younger generation to show us the world through their eyes.  

All themes and media will be considered, including work created in school, under the guidance of an instructor, or independently. Painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, photography, digital, animation, video, mixed media – all creative genres considered!  The show will be juried by a panel of art educators.  In an effort to make the experience of entering an art exhibit as barrier free as possible,  we are waiving all entry fees for this exhibit.  This is a wonderful opportunity for young artists to have their work shown at a gallery for public viewing.

ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS: 

Works must be original and completed during the last 24 months; works previously exhibited at WCFA will not be accepted. Ideally all artworks will be exhibit-ready (framed and wired, no sawtooth hangers) upon delivery. If you are not able to prepare your work to be hung (i.e. frame and/or wire) please contact us.  We are happy to provide assistance.

PLEASE REVIEW the EXHIBIT GUIDELINES on our CALL FOR ART PAGE. If you need any assistance with framing or presentation of your artwork please contact us. We are happy to guide you through the process! 

ENTRY FEES: There is no entry fee for this show! Yay, free! 

HOW TO SUBMIT:

Step 1: Complete the registration form on the Call for Art page on the WCFA website. Artists may submit up to three artworks for consideration.

Step 2: Drop off will be on Saturday, March 28th between 11:00 – 3:00 pm, at Warwick Center for the Arts. Artists may bring up to 3 pieces of artwork. All artwork must be labeled with your name and artwork title. If you (or someone representing you) are unable to drop off your artwork on this date, please contact our office to make other arrangements.

IMPORTANT DATES:

• DEADLINE TO REGISTER ONLINE: Friday, March 27th by 12:00 noon
• ARTWORK DROP OFF: Saturday, March 28th between 11:00-3:00 pm 
• NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTED ARTWORK – All participating artists are guaranteed at least one piece of their artwork will be included in the show. Selected artworks are subject to the jury’s discretion and will be decided upon drop off on 3/28
• RECEPTION & AWARDS – Saturday, April 25th 1:00 pm

AWARDS: 

Three “Excellence Awards” will be presented at the opening reception. The WCFA reserves the right to add additional awards as opportunities become available. Judging will be by WCFA Art Educators

QUESTIONS:  exhibits@warwickcfa.org | (401) 737-0010