Become a Member

Applications are open to anyone: who was born in Wales, or - one of whose parents was born in Wales , or who has lived or worked in Wales for 12 months prior to the date of their application, or any person able to read or write the Welsh language.

GUIDELINES FOR MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Applicants for membership of the RCA are shortlisted by the Council or a Council sub-committee, names going forward to the Annual General Meeting (usually in the autumn) each year.

Application process:

The first stage of the application process is by submission of digital images.

Shortlisted artists will then be asked to bring in work to the next Annual General Meeting of the Academy. Selection and election is the responsibility of RCA members - Gallery staff have no involvement in the selection/decision-making process.

Submissions as follows can be made at any time during the year:

· 10 quality images (jpg format, medium size) of recent artworks should be emailed to admin@rcaconwy.org

Each image should be titled and numbered as on your application form - please click to download application form here

· Images can also be sent via a file transfer website such as WeTransfer to the same email address: admin@rcaconwy.org

· Artist statement, no more than one side of A4

· Artist's CV

· Administration fee of £25 (non-refundable) – BACS transfer or cash or card payment by phoning or visiting the gallery.

If you are not selected:

If you have not been successful we would encourage you to re-apply with new work next year as we realise artists develop over time.

If you are selected:

If you are selected for the second stage of the application you will be asked to bring the following artworks to the Royal Cambrian Academy gallery /AGM - dates will be advised:

· 6 pieces of artwork reflecting your current/recent practice

· A portfolio of artworks, drawings and/or documentation of exhibitions, and supporting sketch books.

Election to the Royal Cambrian Academy of Art is by a vote in favour of an applicant from at least 51% of the members attending the RCA AGM.