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33rd Annual Piqua Fine Art Exhibition

September of 2025 marks the 33rd Annual Piqua Fine Art Exhibition. With artists represented from all over the state, this year's exhibit features a maximum of 200 works of art across six different categories including drawing, oil & acrylics, water media, photography, three-dimensional and miscellaneous works. The total prize money for this year's show, excluding purchase awards, will be over $4000. 


The exhibit takes place at Apple Tree Gallery, 405 N. Main St. Piqua, OH 45356. The show opens to the public on Friday, September 5, 2025 and run until Friday, September 26, 2025 during normal Apple Tree Gallery hours.

Awards Reception Tickets

Buy a ticket now for the Award Reception! Come join us for food, drink, and a chat with this year's over 100+ artists who contributed, plus see this year's Best of Show and other awards announced!

(TICKETS CLOSED)

2025 DATES

Registration Deadline

Registration Deadline

Registration Deadline

Friday, August 15, 2025

Artwork Drop Off

Registration Deadline

Registration Deadline

Saturday, August 23  |  11am - 2pm

Monday, August 25  |  11am - 2pm


Apple Tree Gallery

405 N. Main St.

Piqua, OH 45356

Awards Reception

Registration Deadline

Exhibit Open to Public

Thursday, September 4, 2025

6pm - 9pm


Apple Tree Gallery

405 N. Main St. 

Piqua, OH 45356

Exhibit Open to Public

Exhibit Open to Public

Exhibit Open to Public

Friday, September 5 - Friday, September 26

Monday - Friday  |  10:30am - 5pm

Saturday  |  10:30am - 4pm


Apple Tree Gallery

405 N. Main St.

Piqua, OH 45356

Artwork Pick Up

Exhibit Open to Public

Artwork Pick Up

Saturday, September 27  |  11am - 2pm

Monday, September 29  |  11am - 2pm


Apple Tree Gallery

405 N. Main St.

Piqua, OH 45356

Register Here

Exhibit Open to Public

Artwork Pick Up

Registration is now closed for the 33rd Annual Piqua Fine Art Exhibition. Stay tuned on Facebook and Instagram for when it opens next!

Annual Piqua Fine Art Exhibition Promo Video

Piqua Arts Council's Annual Piqua Fine Art Exhibition is the largest exhibition in the Miami Valley. Celebrating artists in six different categories and encouraging artists of every skill level, this show fits with the spirit of inclusivity or the arts. 

Rules and regulations

Eligibility

Eligibility

Eligibility

All work must be original in concept, design and execution. No commercial molds or kits will be accepted. Must be 16 or older to register. Students must not present work for consideration if assisted in any way in execution. No artwork previously exhibited in this show will be accepted. Limit of 180 pieces will be accepted for this exhibition. The Piqua Arts Council reserves the right to refuse any entry, alter category, and to withdraw any work from the exhibition at its discretion.  

Entry Fee

Eligibility

Eligibility

A non-refundable entry fee of $40 ($35 for PAC members) - includes a maximum of two pieces per artist. Please make check payable to Piqua Arts Council. Entry entitles Piqua Arts Council to photograph works for publicity and promotional purposes.  

Awards

Eligibility

Special Awards

 Best in Show ($400), First Place ($200), Second Place ($150), Third Place ($100) awarded in each category (prize money will be awarded at Pick-Up and each artist is eligible to win only one monetary prize per category). Categories must have a minimum of eight entries for award judging. Categories with less than eight entries will be judged as Miscellaneous. Honorable Mentions also awarded by judge.

Special Awards

Preparation of Artwork

Special Awards

 The Kathy Oda Memorial Award ($100) will be awarded to the best black and white photograph. The Thelma Anderson Outstanding Piqua Artist Award ($100) will go to the best artist from Piqua (no category limitation). Special Awards will be awarded by the juror and may not be in addition to other juror awarded prizes.

Preparation of Artwork

Preparation of Artwork

Preparation of Artwork

 Size and weight of work is limited to that which can be moved by one person and the longest side can be no more than 4’ long. Any work to be hung must be appropriately framed and wired strongly enough to support the piece. No sawtooth hangers accepted. Labels will be provided at drop-off. Work not appropriately prepared will not be accepted at drop-off.


Piqua Arts Council and Apple Tree Gallery are not responsible for damage to works due to improper preparation.

Sales

Preparation of Artwork

Preparation of Artwork

Artists must offer at least one piece of 

their work for sale. Any work not priced will be marked “Not for Sale.” Sale price must include work as displayed (including mat, frame, etc.). Piqua Arts Council retains a 30% commission for all sales. Entry forms not indicating at least one piece for sale will be returned to artist.  

Awards Reception

Awards Reception

Awards Reception

 All artwork will be displayed for preview from 6-9pm on Thursday, September 4, 2023. Admission is $35 per person. Participating artists are invited to attend at no charge. Refreshments and live music will be provided. Presentation of awards will take place at 7:30pm. 

BIDDING CURRENTLY CLOSED

2025 4 by 6 Fundraiser!

The biggest impact in the smallest frame.

Our seasonal bidding marketplace for small local artworks. 


No mass-produced artwork compares to the energy and character of an original piece. Help pave the way for all local artists by submitting an art piece (or three).


RULES

Artists may submit up to 3 works of art.

Artwork must be 4 in. by 6 in.

2024 Winners!

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Prior Art Show Winners

2023 AAS Winners (pdf)Download

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