24th Kaleidoscope Juried Art Exhibition

24th Annual Kaleidoscope Juried Exhibition

Betty and Howard Taylor Main Gallery at Summit Artspace

October 15–December 19, 2026

The Kaleidoscope Juried Exhibition is an annual holiday show presented by the Alliance for the Visual Arts (AVA). This show is open to all members of AVA organizations: Akron Society of Artists (ASA), Artists of Rubber City (AoRC), Cuyahoga Valley Art Center (CVAC), Medina County Art League (MCAL), Ohio Collage Society (OSC), and Women’s Art League of Akron (WAL). Deadline to register for (AVA) memberships: August 19, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Juror: TBA

Entry Fee: $30 for up to 2 artwork submissions. Fees support the Alliance for the Visual Arts.

Important Dates: 

• Deadline to Apply: Monday, August 24 at 11:59 p.m.
• Notification of Acceptance: September 8, 2026
• Artwork Drop-Off: Friday, October 2 & Saturday, October 3, 2026, during public hours from noon to 5:00 p.m.
• Exhibition Opening Reception: Thursday, October 15, from 5 – 8 p.m. during Art After Hours; Awards ceremony: 6:00 p.m.
• Exhibition Dates: October 15 through December 19, 2026
• Artwork Pick-up: Monday, December 21, from 12 – 6 p.m.

Awards:

1st place: $200, 2nd place $150, and 3rd place $100 and honorable mentions. Juror’s awards announced via video debut on Summit Artspace social media platforms and in person at the exhibition opening at 6:00 p.m. Winner of the People’s Choice Award will receive a hand-made kaleidoscope, and their artwork will be featured on next year’s exhibition promotions. People's Choice recipient will be notified at the end of the exhibition.

Do you have limited computer access and need help submitting your application?  Contact the Director of Artist Programs and Exhibitions, Anna E. Young, to make an appointment at anna@summitartspace.org or (330) 376-8480 ext. 3.     

Juror's Bio: TBA

Eligibility

The exhibition is open to all current members (dues must be paid by August 19, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.) of the society organizations of the Alliance for the Visual Arts: Akron Society of Artists (ASA), Artists of Rubber City (AoRC), Cuyahoga Valley Art Center (CVAC), Medina County Art League (MCAL), Ohio Collage Society (OSC), and Women’s Art League of Akron (WAL). Must be at least 18 years old to enter. Artwork must be completed upon submission. Artwork cannot have been previously displayed in a Summit Artspace gallery. Please see Display Requirements Below.

Important Guidelines and Information:

Jurying Information:

Jurying will be done via digital image. Artists may submit up to three high-quality digital images (.jpg, .pdf, .tiff, .png) of each submission (to show different angles, details, etc.). The images must accurately represent the finished work and accepted work must be professionally presented for exhibition (see notes below). All jurying is blind. Artist's names cannot be in the file name of digital images. Submissions that include the artist’s name will be disqualified. If artists contact the juror regarding their piece(s) from the time of submission to the announcement of winners, artists shall be subject to disqualification from this and future exhibitions. Signatures on artwork will be covered for final jurying to ensure the blindness of the juror.

Size and Weight Limits:

• Final installation size of 2-D work cannot exceed 4' (48") wide or 7' (84") high.
• 3-D work must not exceed 39" in diameter or 7' (84") high, nor may any single component of the work exceed 50 pounds.

 Display Requirements: 

• All wall-hung artwork must be wired with appropriate hardware for its weight; no saw tooth hangers. If wall-mounted work absolutely cannot be wired, please indicate in the “Special Installation Requirements” section of the submission form. If there are special installation requirements, the artist must provide necessary hanging devices (i.e. magnets).
• All work must be labeled with the artist's name, name of the artwork, and contact information when delivered (in any format)
• Summit Artspace has a limited number of pedestals available. The artist may be required to provide a special display fixture appropriate for the installation (if necessary).
• Please note all displays are subject to Summit Artspace approval. 
• Submitting diptychs are permitted as a single entry so long as the pieces are clearly defined as a single artwork. Please clearly label the entry as a diptych in the “Special Installation Requirements” and include desired measurements/ layout between components. Combined artwork must meet the other specified restrictions.
• Suitability of works which must be suspended, require a power source, are between 35-50 pounds, are close to the size limitations or have other special installation requirements will be determined on an individual basis.
• Professional installation will be provided by Summit Artspace. Care will be taken when handling and displaying all artwork; however, Summit Artspace waives responsibility for either damage or loss of artwork.

Expectations: 

30% gallery commission will be collected on all artwork sold during the show. Summit Artspace will process all artwork sales and artist compensation. All artists will be required to sign a gallery contract. Upon entering, you will be added to the Summit Artspace contact list. We cannot accept artwork that is shipped, nor can we ship artwork. 

Questions or concerns? Please email anna@summitartspace.org.