Call for Entries – OSU Themed Juried Show

Faculty Club call for entries

CALL FOR ENTRIES

Across the Field: An Artistic Tribute

Artists are invited to submit works for Across the Field: An Artistic Tribute, a juried exhibition honoring the spirit of The Ohio State University. This show will showcase artistic interpretations of campus life, traditions, and landscapes, all reflecting the energy and pride of being a Buckeye.

Gallery Location:
The Faculty Club at The Ohio State University, 181 South Oval Drive, Columbus, OH 43210

Submission Deadline: July 6, 2025 (by 11:59 PM)
Notification of Acceptance: July 12, 2025

We welcome 2D original art submissions in mediums including, but not limited to:

  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Printmaking
  • Drawing
  • Encaustics
  • Mixed Media

Artwork should embody the essence of OSU through depictions of its architecture, student experiences, landscapes, or beloved traditions.

Eligibility:

  • Open to all artists age 18+.
  • All artwork must relate to the theme and be original.

Jurors:

  • Frederick Fochtman — Representational oil painter, art restorer, and painting instructor in Columbus, Ohio. Fred is an OSU graduate and a 16-year member of the Faculty Club Art Committee at The Ohio State University. He has served as a juror for many visual art competitions throughout Ohio.
  • Sharon Weiss — Owner of the Sharon Weiss Fine Art Gallery in the Short North, Columbus, for 31 years and member of the Faculty Club Art Committee.

Submission Guidelines:

  • Each artist may submit up to three works.
  • Maximum artwork size: 4 ft wide × 5 ft high; weight limit: 30 lbs.
How to Apply

Submit your entries via this form: Submission Form
(Note: A Google account login is required. If you do not have a Google account, contact Robie Benve for an alternative submission method.)

For questions, please contact:
Robie Benve at osufacultyclub.art@gmail.com or 614-973-0750.