Academicians are artists at the forefront of their profession who have achieved excellence in their field. Membership is by application and selection.
Academicians are elected on the basis that they are:
Elected members are expected to contribute to the activities of the Academy. This includes exhibiting in the annual Autumn Exhibition and assisting in the work of the Academy with exhibitions, events and educational activities.
Academicians' entitlements include:
The next deadline for applications to become an RWA Academician is Monday 2 March 2020.
To find out more about Becoming an Academician, or to request an Academician Application Form please contact Jess Kirkby on jess.kirkby@rwa.org.uk or call 0117 302 1004.
The Academician Council is particularly seeking applications from currently under-represented artists, for example BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) and those working in digital media, photography and architecture.