A space to shift and bend.
Thursday-Sunday 12-6pm & by appointment.
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ABOUT ROY…
ROY G BIV Gallery champions emerging artists by presenting thought-provoking exhibitions that increase the public's awareness of the artists' work and enhance the cultural landscape of Central Ohio by focusing on artistic merit alone. Exhibitions are created from a juried process that begins with an annual Call for Entry. To be added to our mailing list or to receive information about applying for an exhibition, email us at info@roygbivgallery.org
A resource for emerging artists in Columbus since 1989, ROY is known for showcasing innovative contemporary art by artists, both local and global. As a nonprofit art gallery, ROY impacts the community by supporting neighborhood activities and arts groups, hosting outside organizations in its gallery space and collaborating with other arts institutions on events and programming.
The Emerging Artist is…
ROY’s highest priority is to support artists who:
Creating new work
Early in their careers
Focused on direction and goals, while developing their artistic voice
Yet to be substantially celebrated within their field, the media, funding circles or the public at large
Not yet represented by a gallery
ROY G BIV is…
We were founded by artists and advocates with the goal of being an inclusive and open space for emerging artists to spread their wings. We envision a community where the arts and artists flourish. We can only achieve this by listening, learning, changing, and growing.
As a gallery, we showcase diverse opinions and viewpoints to foster conversation, exploration, and imaginative thinking. We embrace the unique characteristics and perspectives of every individual and seek to welcome and celebrate our differences and commonalities.
Merit over profit…
The art we show isn’t based on what people will buy. In fact, our most successful shows might not sell anything at all. We find the most value in the experience of the show and the cultivation of an appreciation for art. That said, work is for sale at ROY and many collectors have visited with the intention of purchasing work. The price of the work includes ROY’s 35% commission which is invested back into the gallery to support emerging artists.
