Please read before you enter a GCA show.
Beginnings
Our next exhibition, “Beginnings,” will be held at Christ Church from April 9 – May 11. The show will be judged by Cynthia Howard, President of the Matthews Art Guild and a private art instructor. This exhibition is open to 2D artwork only, with a maximum size of 36” × 36”. The call will close once capacity is reached.
Important Dates:
Call for Entries: March 6–13 (members may enter up to two pieces)
Artwork Drop-Off: April 8, 9:30–11:30 AM
Opening Reception: April 9, 6:00–7:30 PM
First, Second, and Third Place awards, plus three Honorable Mentions, will be announced
Pick-Up: May 11, 9:30–11:30 AM
We are at capacity, the registration is closed.
Below is a synopsis of the upcoming GCA 2026 exhibit opportunities. This is a brief overview of each venue and show. More information will be released as we receive it from our collaborators and partners. Exhibition dates are confirmed, but call dates may shift as further details are finalized.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Exhibits Chairs:
Doris Barahona & Ann Travis — GCAexhibits@gmail.com
Prior to each show, we will send out full call details to all members.
Exhibit Schedule
CSA Wall (Charlotte Studio Artists)
Dates: January 1 – December 31
Type: Featured Artist Rotation
Commission: No (sales handled by artist)
Call for Entry: Closed
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Queen City Arts - GCA Collaboration
The Heritage Show is Feb 14th - Mar 6th.
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Christ Church
This show's theme is “Beginnings” and it will be judged (not juried).
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Cain Center for the Arts:
The theme is still to be confirmed.
Show will be Juried.
Call Dates: Apr 27th - May 4th
Show Dates: June 23rd - Aug 8th
*Members can enter ONE piece and it must not be the same for Cain & Mint shows.
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The Mint Museum
The theme will be "Transformation"
Show will be juried and judged.
Call Dates: Apr 27th - May 4th
Show Dates: June 17th - Aug 23rd
*Members can enter ONE piece and it must not be the same for Cain & Mint shows.