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The RWA is the only regional Royal Academy of A rt in England. At our core are a group of artists and architects – Academicians – who are at the forefront of their profession. Membership to the RWA is open to artists and architects with a proven track record across any discipline or medium , including painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, architecture, photography, performance, installation, film and video. A pplications to become an Academician are welcomed and assessed on an annual basis . Applications for 2027 are open between the 11 th September 2026 and 28 th February 2027. Candidates for membership go through a rigorous process of selection by a panel of A cademicians. S hortliste d candidates are then invited to exhibit artworks at the time of the RWA Annual Open Exhibition . All existing Academicians vote to decide which of these candidates will be awarded membership of the Academy. Candidates 202 6 Orlanda Broom Eric Butcher Duncan Cameron Chuck Elliott Rebecca Newnham Sarah Purvey Maz Weineck Image: Installation view, Candidates Exhibition 2025