Locals Only 2027 — Wonder

The City of San Ramon's fourth annual Locals Only juried exhibition invites original two- and three-dimensional artwork exploring “Wonder.” Six age categories span kindergarten through seniors. Selected work will be exhibited May 7–26, 2027 at the Dougherty Station Community Arts Center. Conditional gift-certificate awards include $150 for Best in Show and $75, $50, and $25 category ribbon awards; the city takes a 20 percent commission on sales.

Wonder

Open only to San Ramon residents, with six age categories from kindergarten–2nd grade through adults 18+ and seniors 55+. Work must be original and entirely created by the entrant; AI-generated work and pieces shown in the previous year's San Ramon juried exhibitions are ineligible. Two-dimensional work is limited to 30 by 40 inches including the frame and 40 pounds; three-dimensional work is limited to 18 inches in each dimension and 50 pounds. Artists may submit up to three entries. The fee is $15 per entry, or $5 per entry for students using coupon code StudentHi5. Awards are conditional gift certificates: $150 Best in Show and $75, $50, and $25 ribbon awards in each category. Accepted work must be hand-delivered April 22–23, 2027. The city retains a 20 percent commission on sales.