essential art:  annual
regional juried show

tapping the creative talents of new york State!

It never ceases to amaze us, the wealth of artistic talent from New York State!  For 29 years running, the ESSENTIAL ART Regional Juried Show has been a cornerstone of our annual exhibit schedule, kicking off the CAA's busy summer season in May & June.  This show is open to New York State residents only, working in any and all media, and juried by a different set of judges each year - ensuring endlessly diverse and compelling exhibits.  

2020 Regional juried show

Gallery A
​On display:  October 2 - 30, 2020
With Jurors Nancy Callahan & June Tyler
Come see the exhibit and cast a Popular Vote during gallery hours through October 30th!  Gallery Hours:  Tuesday - Saturday 11-4pm

How to enter the 2021 regional show:

To enter the Regional Juried Show,  you must be:
          -  A New York State Resident
          -  18 years of age or older

Artists are allowed to submit ONE artwork for consideration.  This piece must be:
          -  an original work of art (no reproductions)
          -  available for sale
          -  suitably framed and ready to hang
          -  under 200lbs free-standing or under 20lbs wall-hung
          -  completed in the last two years
          -  never shown previously at the CAA
A full prospectus will be available by March.   It will contain further details about the  Regional Show including important dates, awards, entry procedures and more.
​It also includes the Entry Form needed to submit your work!