McCann FitzGerald to be title sponsor of 195th RHA Annual Exhibition

Pictured (left–right): RHA director Patrick T. Murphy, McCann FitzGerald partner Ian Payne, RHA president Dr Abigail O'Brien, and McCann FitzGerald managing partner Stephen Holst and partner Eleanor Cunningham.
McCann FitzGerald LLP has been unveiled as title sponsor of the 195th RHA Annual Exhibition, Ireland’s largest and longest-running open submission exhibition of visual art.
The 195th RHA Annual Exhibition in association with McCann FitzGerald provides a vital platform for artists to present their work, across diverse mediums including painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, print, mixed media, and architectural models, while ensuring the public has free access to engage with the arts.
Stephen Holst, the firm’s managing partner, said: “At McCann FitzGerald, we are passionate about delivering excellence and unlocking potential, whether it’s in our work or the communities we support.
“The 195th RHA Annual Exhibition in association with McCann FitzGerald aligns perfectly with our values of connectedness, ambition, and empowerment.
“We are proud to champion an event that fosters artistic talent and connects people with the transformative power of the arts.”
With works ranging from €50 to €60,000, this exhibition has proven to be a great opportunity for both first-time and experienced buyers alike and is an established high point of Ireland’s cultural calendar.
Dr Abigail O’Brien, president of the RHA, said: “We are delighted to have McCann FitzGerald as the title sponsor for the 195th RHA Annual Exhibition.
“Their commitment to excellence and their belief in empowering potential reflect the RHA’s mission to celebrate and nurture creativity.
“This partnership will ensure we continue to provide an unparalleled platform for Ireland’s vibrant artistic community.”
The 195th RHA Annual Exhibition in association with McCann FitzGerald features a prize fund of over €70,000, attracting some of the finest artistic talent working today.
The law firm will also be sponsoring a portraiture prize of €1,500, further highlighting their commitment to supporting creative expression.
The exhibition will run from 26 May to 3 August 2025, with free admission throughout.