Call Description

Reuben Saunders Gallery seeks applicants for the ‘Wichita Ceramics National Exhibition’, a juried group exhibition that seeks to showcase the work of artists working with clay and to elevate the visibility of ceramics as a diverse and vibrant field. Cash prizes totaling up to $5,000.

A welcoming hub for art appreciators and collectors, Reuben Saunders Gallery is an integral part of Wichita’s art scene, bridging artists and the creative community regionally and nationally. Founded by Reuben Saunders in 1978, our gallery is a go-to destination for Wichita’s First Friday art walks. Known for presenting diverse offerings of artists, representing a broad range of genres and media types.

Juror: Julia Galloway, Professor of Ceramics, University of Montana-Missoula

Application Requirements

• Entry fee: $25 for three (3) entries.
• A set of pieces may be submitted as a single entry.
• Works may be functional or sculptural, but must be under 24″ in any dimension.
• All works must be for sale, priced under $2,500.

Calendar 
• Submission deadline: August 14, 2026
• Notifications begin: Sept. 4, 2026
• Artist confirmation deadline: Sept. 14, 2026
• Shipments/deliveries of work: Sept. 14 thru 21, 2026
• Opening reception: October 2, 2026
• Exhibition on display: October 2 thru Nov. 1, 2026
• Return shipments begin: Nov. 8, 2026

Eligibility Criteria

The competition is open to all artists 18 or older, who are residents of the United States, Canada, or Mexico. All work, both functional and sculptural, must have been completed within the last two years.