The Morgan Art of Papermaking 14th Annual Juried Exhibition

The Morgan Conservatory's 14th Annual Juried Exhibition showcases innovative artworks from artists in the United States that highlight paper as a creative medium and active substrate. Artists who utilize handmade paper, printmaking techniques, or artist books are encouraged to apply. This year's exhibition is juried by Brittany Gorelick and Lillian Young. The public reception and award announcements will be held on Friday, March 27th, 2026 from 5 - 8 p.m. at the Morgan Conservatory (1754 E.47th St. Cleveland, OH 44103). The exhibition will be on view from March 6th - April 25th, 2026.

Eligibility: All submitted work must be original and completed within the past three years. Only artwork consisting of at least 50% paper is eligible, including photography, printmaking, drawing, painting, sculpture, and other media. Dimensions must not exceed 60 inches in any direction. Each artist may submit up to 3 entries. Artwork must be framed (if applicable) and ready to hang, or come with alternate installation directions. Registration fee is $30 for up to 3 submissions, with a 15% discount for Morgan Members.

Awards include: The Prints and The Pulper™ paper studio award of $200 selected by MP Marion; 2 Morgan Awards of Merit consisting of a selection of various Morgan hand-made paper; and Viewers Choice Award of $50 Gift Certificate to the Morgan Store. Submission deadline: Saturday, December 6th at 11:59 p.m. EST. Notification of selected/non-selected artwork: January 10th, 2026. Accepted art delivery deadline: Saturday, February 7th, 2026.