Dramatic Skies

Dramatic Skies is an online exhibition open to all artists in the United States. The theme invites artists to interpret dramatic skies, from vivid sunsets to gray thunderclouds, in literal or abstract interpretations. The exhibition is open to all 2D media excluding photography and digital art. Over $400 in cash prizes will be awarded. The exhibition runs from July 29th through September 1st, with an online opening reception on Friday, August 4th at 6pm via Zoom. Notification of acceptance will be sent on July 27th.

Eligibility requirements include: work must not have been previously exhibited in a Rhode Island Watercolor Society juried show; work must have been completed within the last 10 years; work may not be copied from copyrighted material or created by another artist; work may not be created under direct guidance of another or by following a tutorial. Work completed in a class or workshop is acceptable if using only the artist's own reference material. Submitted digital images must accurately represent the actual work, which must match the size indicated in the submission form. There is no size limit for artwork. Work may be listed as not for sale (NFS) by entering 0 in the price section or contacting the gallery at [email protected].

Acceptable mediums include watercolor, gouache, acrylic, oils, ink, casein, and egg tempera on any 2D surface. Unacceptable media are photography, 3D media, reproductions, and digital art. Framing is not required for this online exhibition. Submission fee is $15 per image for non-members and $10 per image for members. Submit 1-3 images with entry deadline of July 21, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. MDT. If artwork is sold through the online gallery, the Rhode Island Watercolor Society receives 35% of the sale, and shipping costs are the responsibility of the buyer or artist.