Experience the vibrant creativity of our region at the opening reception for Louisville Visual Art’s 2026 Ohio Valley Biennial Exhibition.
Be among the first to explore a dynamic collection of contemporary drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, mixed media, digital media, and installation. Selected by guest juror Dr. fari nzinga, this juried showcase offers a compelling snapshot of the extraordinary talent shaping the Ohio Valley visual arts community today. Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with participating artists and celebrate regional creative achievement.
Awards & Recognition Three $1000 cash prizes will be presented on Sept. 12 at 5:30 PM, made possible through generous funds held at the Community Foundation of Louisville:
Best Sculpture — Supported by the Barney Bright Sculpture Endowment Fund
Best Painting — Supported by the Frank Weisberg — Mary Louise Schrodt Fund
Best 2D Artwork (Non-Painting) — Supported by the Frank Weisberg - Mary Louise Schrodt Fund
Exhibition Details
Dates on View: September 12 – November 15, 2026
Participating Artists: Shauntrice Black, Heather Murray, Christopher Jacob, Uhma Janus, Tim Evans, Diane (De) Selby, Dawn Della Bella, Suyun Son, Adrien Clifton, Debra Lott, Lori Lamb, Mary Rezny, W.R. Waken, Susan Zepeda, Simone Brown, Taylor Matthews, Drew Scanlon, Michelle Amos, Gretchen Treitz, Aaron Raymer, Ohad Holzberg, Diane Kahlo, Trish Korte, Frederico di Frenzi, Claire Krueger, Theresa Beames, Beth Reitmeyer, Steve Heine, Jennifer Kramer, Catrina Higgs, Neena Tunstull, Craig Kaviar, Abigail Corman, Christian Prewitt, Edwin Ramirez, Renee Golway, JaBani Bennet, and Rebecca Roberts.
Artwork displayed above by participating artist, Aaron Raymer.