- Deadline
- 17 days left
- Entry fee
- $35
- Award
- $250
- Location
- McNichol Art Gallery, Neumann University, PA
- Exhibition window
- Sep 3, 2026 → Oct 20, 2026
- Applicants notified
- Aug 17, 2026
- Size cap
- ≤ 20" max dimension
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About
Full DVAL members may submit up to 2 original paintings for juried selection and exhibition.
Overview
The Delaware Valley Art League is hosting their 2026 Fall Show at McNichol Art Gallery, Neumann University. The exhibition is juried by Glenn E. Holmstrom, MFA, Professor of Art at Neumann University, and will exhibit approximately 40 accepted pieces.
Key Dates
- Submissions Open: Thursday, June 18, 2026
- Entry Deadline: Thursday, July 30, 2026
- Acceptance Notification: Monday, August 17, 2026
- Deliver to Gallery: Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 1–3pm
- Exhibition Opens: Thursday, September 3, 2026
- Reception: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 2–4pm
- Exhibition Closes: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
- Pick Up: October 21, 2026, 1–3pm
Eligibility
Open to Full DVAL members only. Each Full DVAL Member may enter up to two original paintings for consideration by the juror.
Media & Size Requirements
Paintings only. Not to exceed 16×20" (including frame size). Reproductions, digitally generated work, photographs, and sculptures are not accepted. All work must be original and for sale. Work must be wired securely and ready to hang.
Entry Fee
$35 for up to 2 pieces per member. Entry fees are not refundable if your work is not accepted. Payment is by credit or debit card through a secure checkout system.
Awards
- 1st place Catherine Brogan Founders Award - $250
- 2nd Place - $150
- 3rd Place - $100
- Frank Sobyak Memorial Award - $50
- Patti Pensyl Simmons Award - $50
Sales & Commission
All work must be for sale; NFS (Not For Sale) is not allowed. Artists who sell work are responsible for providing 25% commission to the venue.
Submission Information
Submit high-quality JPEG image files (30mb maximum) with artwork only visible, properly oriented, and cropped without matting or frames. You may edit or substitute images until the deadline (July 30, 2026). Notifications will be emailed and posted in your ShowSubmit account by the end of the day on August 17, 2026.
- Award
- 1st place Catherine Brogan Founders Award - $250; 2nd Place - $150; 3rd Place - $100; Frank Sobyak Memorial Award - $50; Patti Pensyl Simmons Award - $50
- Entry fee
- $35 for up to 2 pieces per member
- Entries per artist
- Up to 2
- Sales commission
- Organizer retains 25% on sales
- Eligibility
- Open to Full DVAL members only.
- Audience
- DVAL Full Members only
- Size & format
- Not to exceed 16x20" (including frame size)
- Also worth noting
- Not to exceed 16x20" (including frame size)
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.