Metro Gallery Exhibitions

Tri-C Metro Annual Student Art Exhibition

Each spring semester, Metro faculty and staff are honored to showcase and celebrate student artwork at the annual Metro "Student Art Show" exhibition. A broad spectrum of student creations are displayed including vibrant realist paintings, intricate 3-D ceramics and innovative found-object collages. Students may submit up to three (3) artworks made for a Tri-C Art or Visual Communication class over the course of the academic year.

Generous awards are given for the strongest artworks in each category. Awards are conferred at the Public Reception and Awards Ceremony held each spring.

In addition, Metro students and faculty organize annual pottery sales and portfolio development activities throughout the year. View the Tri-C Events calendar for a full range of Collegewide and Metro Gallery events.

2027 Metro Student Art Show

More details coming soon!

Eligibility:

All currently enrolled Tri-C Art and Visual Communication and Design students at the Metro Campus.

Submissions:

Students may submit up to three (3) artworks made for a Tri-C Art or Visual Communication courses. Artwork previously submitted or accepted to past Tri-C student exhibitions will not be considered for juried award.

Artworks will be accepted in the following categories:

2D Drawing/Design
3-Dimensional Form (including Ceramics)
Painting
Non-Credit (all artworks created by non-credit-seeking students, regardless of media)

Important Dates TBD:

Deadline to Submit
Exhibition Dates
Reception and Award Ceremony

To Apply:

Complete the forthcoming digital entry form and include a photograph of your artwork for jurying.

The Importance of Photographing Your Artwork

Since your artwork will be juried based on photographs you take of the work, the quality and clarity of your photos is of the utmost importance. Please ask your art/design professor for advice when photographing your work or before submitting your application. Poor photographs will often lead to disqualification.

Photography tips

Questions? Contact Gallery Co-Director: Hayley McGuirk, hayley.mcguirk@tri-c.edu | Gallery Co-Director: Taylor Woolwine, taylor.woolwine@tri-c.edu