Rugby Open 2024

About

Artists from Warwickshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and Coventry are invited to submit up to 3 pieces for the exhibition.  An independent panel of judges selects works for the exhibition.
There is an adult category and youth category (ages 14-19 years).

Top prize of £1000 with exhibition space.  Prizes for both adult and youth categories.

We are making efforts to improve the accessibility of all our exhibitions and therefore if selected, artists will be invited to contribute small tactile items to accompany their work i.e. samples of material used in the work, miniature object representing the image eg. a pebble for a stony beach scene.

How to apply 

Complete the online application form, alongside entry fee.  Hard copies are available as a downloadable pdf or from the Visitor Centre or can be sent on request. 
Application form submission deadline:  Monday 18 November 2024
Up to 3 works can be submitted.   The actual works must be submitted to the gallery for selection from the dates listed below.
YOUTH category - Delivery of artwork for judging panel: Tuesday 19 November 12pm-6.30pm
ADULT category - Delivery of artwork for judging panel: Friday 22 November 12pm-5pm &  Saturday 23 November 10.30am-3.30pm
Selection Panel meets: Monday 25 November.  The selection panel changes each year.  Rugby Art Gallery & Museum staff are not involved in the decision process. 
Notification of selection panel decision: Tuesday 26 November
Unselected works collection: Wednesday 27 November 12 noon – 7pm
Preview Event: Friday 29 November 5.30pm – 8pm.
Collection of unsold works: Saturday February 22 2025, 10.30am – 4pm