Crossroads Art Center’s Juried AMS are open to mid-Atlantic artists through a bimonthly call for entries, and cash prizes are awarded for the winners. Each show is juried by a prominent art professional from the community (a gallery director, curator, museum official, arts professor, or accomplished artist). Cash awards are given for 1st $100, 2nd $75, and 3rd $50 place winners. The 2024-2025 AMS shows are exhibited at Crossroads Art Center and as online exhibitions where customers can shop directly from the website.

What is a Juried Show? Should I enter?

A juried show is a competitive event, designed for artists who would like to see how their work stands up to that of other entrants. Many artists feel that getting into a juried show improves their resume or satisfies their desire to win approval for their work.

Who should enter a juried show?

• Artists prepared for a competitive event in which not everyone will be chosen
• Artists who will use their participation as a tool for thinking critically and tactically about making and exhibiting their art:
  • How does my work represent me?
  • Is what I’m doing with my art right for me?
  • How does my work compare to that of other artists whose work deals with a similar interest/subject/medium?
  • What could I learn that would help me improve my work?

Who decides whether my entry is included?

Arts professionals selected from the Richmond vibrant arts community, usually consisting of a gallerist or museum professional, and a working studio artist.

How will I know if my entry was selected?

You will receive an email via artcall.org to let you know if your pieces were selected to be shown Live & Online, Online Only or not selected for the exhibit. If you do not receive an email, you may email us at crossroadsartcenter@gmail.com to find out if your work was selected.

What does it mean if my entry is not selected?

Resist thinking the worst! Being said “no” to is a basic part of showing and selling art. It’s not the result you’re hoping for, but you can learn from it. You might realize, as you look at similar pieces that were selected for the show, that your entry could have been improved upon, but often, the selection of one piece over another is a matter of balancing the show, or the juror’s opinion

Some categories of work are more competitive than others due to the number of entries. For example, landscapes in oil will have more competition than life-sized equestrian bronzes.

Will I be told why my entry was or was not selected?

It’s not viable to record jurors’ comments for each entrant. The jurors will provide a general written statement about their impressions of the entries, and some comments about what they looked for in making their selections, but specific information regarding individual entries will not be available

If my entry is not selected, will I receive a refund of my entry fee?

You will have received the service for which the entry fee was charged: your work was set out among the other entries, considered for inclusion in the exhibit, and, if not selected, held for you to pick up. The fee is a jurying fee, not a showing fee

2025 Calendar

 

NASC’ART, the Art of Speed and Racing 

Call for entries through artcall.org March 15, 2025 – May 15, 2025

The juried exhibit will host a minimum of 36 original pieces of art live at Richmond Raceway in August 2025 for Race Week, in the Old Dominion Building. The art that is shown live will also be shown online and will be purchased online.  There will be art that is juried into the exhibit but not shown live and will be shown online only.

Juror: Noah Scalin - Noah Scalin is a multidisciplinary artist whose work is about organizing the noise of American culture into new signals – ones that illuminate the things we should be prioritizing when we’re so easily distracted by the spectacle of our society. Read More by Click Here!

Call for Entry Details:

Entries must meet the interpretation of the Theme: NASC’ART, the Art of Speed and Racing 

NASC’ART: The Art of Speed and Racing
From the sleek lines of race cars to the adrenaline-fueled energy of the track, all submissions must connect to the essence of speed, competition, and racing culture. Artists are encouraged to explore this theme in unique and unexpected ways across various media.

We encourage artists to delve into the essence of speed, motion, and competition. This theme celebrates the fusion of art and the exhilarating world of racing, offering opportunities to explore concepts like:

• Vehicles in Motion: Depict the power, design, and precision of racecars.
• Adrenaline and Energy: Capture the intensity of the race – the roaring engines, the thrill of victory, and the split-second moments that define a competition.
• Human and Machine Connection: Highlight the relationship between drivers and their vehicles, showcasing the artistry of control, skill, and focus.
• Tracks and Environments: Explore the textures, patterns, and atmospheres of racetracks, from the curves of the course to the vibrant colors of flags and crowds.
• Symbolism of Speed: Use abstract or conceptual elements to evoke feelings of movement, time, and acceleration.
• Cultural Significance: Reflect on how racing impacts society, culture, and communities, whether through iconic events like NASCAR, Formula 1, or local traditions.

Who Can Enter? Open to all artists working in 2D, 3D, photography, digital art, mixed media, and sculpture. Original Art Only

Call For Entry Dates:   March 15, 2025 – May 15, 2025, through artcall.org

Submit through ArtCall

Submission Cost: You may enter up to 3 pieces at $20 each “Original Art Only”

Commission:  40% to CAC with 60% going to the artist

10% of the commission will benefit Richmond Raceway Cares, which is the community arm of Richmond Raceway. Through partnerships with hundreds of organizations in Central Virginia, RR hosts special events and has strategic alliances that allow us to give a great deal of financial support to well-deserving groups in the Richmond area.

All Media Juried Exhibit: Media can include almost anything …. photography, pencil, paint or ink, sculpting materials, fabric, glass, wood, and even sound or living people in some cases.  

Restrictions:  Any use of the NASCAR logo/mark or Richmond Raceway logo/mark needs to be an artistic interpretation of said mark and not the official logo/mark. "Original Art Only"

Who decides whether my entry is included?

Arts professionals are selected from the Richmond vibrant arts community, usually consisting of a gallerist or museum professional, and a working studio artist. The juror will also select the first, second and third place winners.

First Place: Two (2) VIP Experience Passes for August 16, 2025, Cook Out 400 NASCAR Cup Race. Includes - Parking pass, Suite access for (2), VIP credentials, access to Cup garages, Infield Fangrounds, Pre-race pit/grid access, Pre-race driver intro ceremony and post-race winners circle celebration, signing of start/finish line and VIP track laps in pace car and deluxe swag bag.

Second Place: (2) Torque Club Passes for August 16, 2025, Cook Out 400 NASCAR Cup Race. Includes Parking pass, club access for (2), access to garages, Infield Fangrounds, Pre-race drivers intro ceremony and post-race winners circle celebration, signing of start/finish line and deluxe swag bag.

Third Place: (2) Reserves Seating Grandstands tickets with Infield Fangrounds access passes for August 16, 2025, Cook Out 400 NASCAR Cup Race. Includes access to garages, Infield Fangrounds, Pre-race drivers intro ceremony and post-race winners circle celebration, deluxe swag bag

How will I know if my entry was selected? You will receive an email via artcall.org by June 1st to let you know if your pieces were selected to be shown Live & Online, Online Only or not selected for the exhibit. If you do not receive an email, you may email us at crossroadsartcenter@gmail.com to find out if your work was selected.

Where will art be displayed: The show will host a minimum of 36 original pieces of art live at Richmond Raceway in August 2025 for Race Week in the Old Dominion Building. The art that is shown live will also be shown online and will be purchased online.

Prints of Art - Important: If your art is selected to be in the exhibition, we suggest having prints available of that piece of art, which can be sold online as well as the original. It is not mandatory, but I think it is a good idea to create more sales.

You may have these prints --

-Set up as printed on demand and then shipped to the customer

-Already printed and ready to ship to customer from you directly

-Already printed and at CAC who will handle shipping to customer

We would need to make the customer aware of lead times either way.

May 2025

Gallery Members Exhibit: 70’s

Call for Entry: April 1 - 20, 2025

Submission: Online through Artcall.org Click Here for more information 

Submission Fee: $15 each up to 3 entries

Commission: 70% to artists, 30% to CAC

ArtistsNotified via Email by: Friday, April 25, 2025

Artwork Drop Off: Wednesday, May 7 – 10, 2025 by Noon

Exhibition Opening:  Friday, May 16, 5pm – 8pm

Exhibition End Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025

Artwork Available for Artists to Pick Up: Tuesday, July 1, 2025

ALL-MEDIA SHOW: No Theme

Call For Entry: April 1 – 20, 2025

Submission: Online through Artcall.org https://may2025cacjuriedallmediashowcallforentries.artcall.org

Juror: Reni Gower,  https://www.renigower.com/

Submission Fee: $15 each up to 3 entries

Commission: 70% to artists, 30% to CAC

Artists Notified via Email by: Friday, April 25, 2025

Artwork Drop Off: Wednesday, May 7 – 10, 2025 by Noon

Exhibition Opening:  Friday, May 16, 5pm – 8pm

Exhibition End Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025

Artwork Available for Artists to Pick Up: Tuesday, July 1, 2025

July 2025

July Gallery Members Exhibit

Call For Entry: June 1 - 22, 2025

Submissions: Online through Artcall.org and In person

Submission Fee: First one FREE, $15 each for second and third entries

Commission: 70% to artists, 30% to CAC

Artwork Drop Off and Enter in Person: Tuesday, July 8 – 12, 2025 at Noon

Exhibition Opening: The Weekend of Saturday, Jul 19 and Sunday, July 20, 2025

Exhibition End Date: Sunday, September 7, 2025

Artwork Available for Artists to Pick Up: Tuesday, September 9, 2025

 

Art of the James River Park System All-Media Show

Call For Entry:   May 1 – May 18, 2025

Submission: Online through Artcall.org

Direct Link to Call coming soon

Submission Fee: $10 for 1 piece (Artist is limited to 1 piece)

Commission: 70% to artists, 30% to CAC with 10% of CAC % going to Friends of James River Park

Artists Notified via Email by: Tuesday, May 21, 2025

Artwork Drop Off: Wednesday, July 9 – Saturday, July 12, 2025, by Noon

Exhibition Opening:  Saturday, July 19 10am – 5pm and Sunday, July 20, 2025, Noon – 4pm

Exhibition End Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025

 

September 2025

GALLERY MEMBERS EXHIBITION: No Theme 

 

ALL-MEDIA SHOW: Flowers

Call For Entry: August 1-17, 2025

Submission Dates: Online through Artcall.org

Submission Fee: $15 each up to 3 entries

Commission: 70% to artists, 30% to CAC

Artists Notified via Email by: Friday, August 22, 2025

Artwork Drop Off: Wednesday, September 10 – 13, 2025 by Noon

Exhibition Opening: Friday, September 19, 2025, 5pm – 8pm

Exhibition End Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025

Artwork Available for Artists to Pick Up: Tuesday, November 11, 2025

 

 

November 2025

GALLERY MEMBERS EXHIBITION: Winter Wonderland

 

ALL-MEDIA SHOW: No Theme

Call For Entry: October 1 – 19, 2025

Submission Dates: Online through Artcall.org

Submission Fee: $15 each up to 3 entries

Commission: 70% to artists, 30% to CAC

Artists Notified via Email by: Friday, October 24, 2025

Artwork Drop Off: Wednesday, November 12 – 15, 2025 by Noon

Exhibition Opening: Friday, November21, 2025 5pm – 8pm

Exhibition End Date: Sunday, December 28, 2025

Artwork Available for Artists to Pick Up: Tuesday, December 30, 2025