RBSA Annual Exhibition 2026

With the Society’s Annual Exhibition approaching its bicentenary, 2026’s show offers the Membership, including fourteen newly elected Associates, the opportunity to show their work in the RBSA Gallery. Each new artist brings their unique artistic practice to the Society, helping to further diversify the growing Membership.

With the exceptions of 1940, 1941, and 2020, the RBSA’s flagship show, its Annual Exhibition, has featured the work of Society Members and Associates every year since its first incarnation in 1827. The Membership are encouraged to show their most recent work, allowing visitors to see an update on their practice each winter. This exhibition also allows the Society to track it own evolution, and with every new addition to the Membership comes further assurances of the RBSA’s survival for generations to come.

While the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists has a long and illustrious history, this year’s Annual Exhibition is a celebration of the almost 200 contemporary artists who make up the current Membership. With practices encompassing painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, sculpture, glassware, ceramics, textiles, videography, and installation, these artists act as custodians of the Society, and work to promote the visual arts across the region and further afield.

At various times throughout the exhibition, RBSA Members and Associates will be in the Gallery to talk to visitors and answer questions.

Preview Evening: Thursday 19 November 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Exhibition closes: Saturday 2 January 2027 5.00pm

Image: Linda Barlow RBSA, Morro Jable to the Airport July