The Annual Exhibition comprises work by RUA members, invited artists and artists selected by open submission. The Royal Ulster Academy’s 129th Annual Exhibition, which aims to highlight the best in contemporary and traditional visual arts practice, will take place from 15 October to 14 November 2010 in the Ulster Museum, Belfast.

The Annual Exhibition comprises work by RUA members, invited artists and artists selected by open submission. Artists are invited to submit a maximum of two works in any medium for consideration. Work will be selected anonymously by a jury and a range of prizes will be awarded by an independent adjudicator.  Our 2010 adjudicator is recently appointed RA, Hughie O Donoghue.

There are two stages to the submission process. Firstly a completed entry form and fees must be received by 30 July. Secondly you will need to deliver your work to one of our drop points, either in Dublin (21 August) or  Belfast (22 August) with labels attached.

This year you can process your form and fees online or alternatively you can download a form, complete and return to the RUA office together with your cheque/postal order. If you are using the online entry form remember to download and attach labels to your work prior to delivery at the relevant drop point.

Notification regarding the outcome of the selection process will be circulated between 6 -10 September via post. Unselected works can be collected on 25 September (Dublin) and 26 September (Belfast).

The Annual Exhibition will be accompanied by a full colour catalogue and all works will be for sale. To encourage public participation we will facilitate a range of educational events including school tours, in-schools engagement, artist’s talks, public tours and workshops.