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2026 Spring Membership Show - OPEN CALL for Artists

The CALL for ARTISTS 2026 Spring Membership Show Submission deadline has been extended to January 1st at midnight! (No entries will be accepted after midnight.)

The Richardson Civic Art Society’s 2026 Spring Membership Show is entitled:

"Positively Giddy"

Positively Giddy invites artists to celebrate joy in its most vibrant, uplifting form.
This exhibition explores the moments that make the spirit rise—
unexpected laughter, bright energy, quiet contentment, and the kind of happiness that bubbles up and can’t be contained.

Artists are encouraged to interpret “giddy” in their own unique voice, whether through bold color, playful movement,
whimsical touches, or subtle expressions of optimism and emotional lightness.

From imaginative storytelling to abstract bursts of delight, Positively Giddy is a visual celebration
of what it means to feel joy—deeply, creatively, and without apology.

As a member of RCAS, you are eligible to enter the 2026 Spring Membership Show. If you are not a member, we invite you to join us. Click HERE for membership.

Image Submission Requirements

All entry images (.JPEG or .PNG)
Rename files as: Artist – Title – Medium
Maximum file size: 2 MB
All entries must be received by midnight Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.

Exhibition Calendar
Artist Call for RCAS Members: Opens Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 • Closes Thurs., Jan. 1, 2026 (midnight)

Acceptance Notices: Sent no later than Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, via email

Artwork Take-In: Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026 • 8:30–9:30 AM

Exhibition Dates: Thursday, Jan. 22 – Monday, Apr. 20, 2026

Reception: Sunday, Mar. 22, 2026 • Noon–3 PM
Artwork Pick-Up: Monday, Apr. 20, 2026 • 3:30–4:30 PM

Exhibition Judge — Kay Byfield

The 2026 Spring Membership Show will be judged by the esteemed Kay Byfield who is a Dallas-based watercolor artist, educator, and Signature Member of the Southwestern Watercolor Society. She holds an M.F.A. from Vermont College of Norwich University and has taught college art, along with watercolor classes at the Creative Arts Center of Dallas and now through ArtSpeaks Art Classes. With a background in marketing, she blends strong technique, clear instruction, and creative confidence. Richardson Civic Art Society is pleased to welcome Kay Byfield as the juror for this year’s exhibition and sincerely appreciates her service. Click HERE for her website.

Because there are a number of restrictions regarding the artwork, entry submission, matting, and framing etc., be sure to follow the prospectus requirements carefully.

Click link below to read the 2026 RCAS Member Exhibition Prospectus:

2026 Spring Show Prospectus

Click below for Member Exhibition Submission Form:

2026 Members Exhibition Submission

We had a great 2025 FALL MEMBERSHIP SHOW!

Thank you to everyone who entered and attended. Our 2026 Spring Membership Show is in the works.
The OPEN CALL for ARTISTS is going on now. See above for more information.

Exhibition Calendar

Exhibition Dates: October 7 – November 20
Location: Huffhines Recreation Center Gallery in Richardson

Reception was held Sunday, November 2, at 3:00 p.m.
To see photos celebrating the artists and their outstanding works from the reception, click HERE.

Important Reminders

Accepted Artists: To see the catalog of artists whose work accepted into the 2025 Fall Membership Show
Awards: To see the award recipients, click HERE
Questions: Contact show chairman Jodi Pena at jodilpena@gmail.com.
Artwork Pickup: Thursday, November 20, at 10 a.m.

Planning is already underway for the next RCAS's exhibition, promising even more creativity and community engagement.

Exhibition Judge — Dr. Anna Fritzel

The 2025 Fall Membership Show was judged and juried by the acclaimed Dr. Anna Fritzel, a Plano-based multimedia artist and educator whose photography and bookmaking explore perception, identity, and the human experience. She currently serves as Gallery Coordinator at Collin College, where she has taught since 2005.

Dr. Fritzel holds a PhD in Visual and Performing Arts from the University of Texas at Dallas, as well as degrees in Art and Photography from Texas A&M University–Commerce. Her work has been exhibited nationally and is included in both private and university collections, including the University of North Texas Special Libraries Collection.

Through her art, Dr. Fritzel examines how modern media shapes perceptions of women, aging, and grief, creating deeply personal reflections on what it means to be grounded in today’s world. Here work can be found HERE.

2025 TOWER 2600 Year Round EXHIBIT

An exhibit is hanging at Tower 2600 by members of the Richardson Civic Art Society. Stop by and view the original works of art. Click HERE

2025 Richardson City Hall Year Round Exhibition

A Year Round Exhibit is showing at the temporary location of Richardson City Hall. Stop by and see original works. Click HERE for photos.

2025 Heights Solo Exhibition
This opportunity allows artists to present a solo exhibition of 15 works of are for public viewing and community engagement.

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Richardson Civic Art Society (RCAS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization who are profoundly thankful for the generous and ongoing support of the City of Richardson through the city's Cultural Arts Commission.

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From our home in Richardson, Texas, RCAS organizes and supports Visual Arts events that uplift our community and inspire artists to pursue excellence.

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