EXHIBITIONS
MRAA 2025 Exhibitions
FEBRUARY – MARCH 2025
Artworks, the Port Gallery: The Language of Color
“The Language of Color” is a vivid display of hues and tones that speak to the soul. Each piece converses in a unique visual language of pigments and light.
Show Dates: Friday, February 28 -Saturday, March 22, 2025
Frame in black or white floating frames, or narrow plain black or white frames; or gallery wrapped. Label on back should match your uploaded entry info. Include price.
Artworks Richmond
320 Hull St, Richmond, VA 23224
Drop off is Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 11 am until 5 pm.
Reception is Friday, February 28, 2025, from 6 pm until 8 pm.
Pick up is Sunday, March 23, 2025 from 11 am until 5 pm.
35% Commission
Pieces per artist: 2
APRIL 2025
Inner Spaces
April 4 – 25
Hanbury Architects
Opening April 4, 2025, 5 pm – 8 pm
119 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23220
804-215-2168
Art Drop-Off at Hanbury Design: Tuesday, April 1, 2025 (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM) or Wednesday, April 2, 2025 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Show Installation: Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 2:00 PM
Take Down Show and Pick-Up Art: Thursday, April 24 & Friday, April 25, 2025 (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Submissions: Submit up to two small pieces or one medium-sized piece; Small pieces: Up to 12” in width; Medium pieces: 12” to 30” in width (Commission TBD)
MAY 2025
Paint the World
May 2 – 6/3, 2025
Main Library, Gellman Room
101 E Franklin St,
Richmond, VA 23219
804-646-4867
Opening May 2, 2025; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Deadline for Entry Apr 15
Drop off 5/1 9 am until 12:30 p.m.
Show Installation 5/1 after 1:00 p.m.
Pick up artwork on 6/4 9:00 am until 8:00 pm. WORK MUST BE PICKED UP on 6/4
Submissions: Two pieces per artist; (no size limit); 10% Donation
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2025
(TBD)
NOVEMBER 2025
Symphony of Color
Symphony of ColorAnnual Members’ Show at Glen Allen Cultural Arts Center
~November 13– Jan 11, 2026
Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, Gumenick Gallery
2880 Mountain Rd
Glen Allen, VA 23060
804-261-6206
Call for Entry: Friday, August 1, 2025, through Friday, September 26, 2025
Artwork Delivery: Monday, November 10, 2025, after 12pm
Installation: Monday, November 10 – 12, 2025
Opening Reception/Art Night: Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 6-8pm
Take-down: Monday, January 12, 2026, before 12pm
Symphony of Color celebrates the vibrant energy that color brings to our world. Just as music can evoke emotions and tell stories, color has the power to resonate deeply with viewers, creating a connection that goes beyond what we see. The exhibition invites participants to explore how the bold interplay of hues, tones, and shades can form a unique visual composition. In this show, color becomes more than just a visual element—it’s a language of expression, one that speaks to the soul, transcending traditional artistic boundaries. Whether it’s harmony or contrast, each piece in this show will invite the audience on a journey of discovery, celebrating the endless possibilities color offers in the realm of art.
Call for Entry
No artwork submissions or images will be accepted after September 26.
Submission Guidelines
All artwork must be presented in a professional manner and wired and ready to be hung or displayed upon arrival. Please note that CACGA is a family-friendly gallery, so all artwork must be suitable for viewers of all ages.
Works displayed should be representative of the past three years of the artist’s career. Works previously exhibited at CACGA are not eligible for this show.
Sales and Commission
Artists may choose to make their works available for sale during the exhibition. If sold, the works will be subject to CACGA’s gallery commission split, with 30% going to CACGA and 70% going to the artist. Any sales inquiries regarding exhibited artwork must be directed to CACGA for completion. No artwork may be removed from the gallery due to external sales while it is being represented by CACGA.
There will also be an opportunity for artists to place related items, such as prints, cards, books, etc., on consignment in the CACGA gift shop. Sales through the gift shop will be subject to a commission split, with 40% to CACGA and 60% to the artist.
Continuing shows at various local venues are in the works. Above are the ones we can definitely announce at this time. If anyone has ideas for other venues please contact Blake Seals.
*Size Nomenclature
Small: up to 12 in. width and height
Medium: 12 in. up to 30 in. width
Large: 30 in. up to 48 in. width
XL: 48 in.+ width
A note on 3D work: Please provide details on display specifications. Some pedestals may be available. Contact Blake Seals for more info.
Members must be up-to-date on their dues to participate in exhibitions. Pay dues here.