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Submission Due January 20th

Exhibition Dates: Opening Reception February 14th and runs through March 6th

THEME

The Guild of Charlotte Artists (GCA) and Queen City Art (QCA) are pleased to present a collaborative, members-only exhibition exploring the theme Heritage.

Artists are invited to reflect on the stories, traditions, places, people, and cultural legacies that shape identity—personal, communal, historical, or imagined. “Heritage” may be interpreted broadly and can include explorations of ancestry, migration, memory, craft, landscape, community history, cultural inheritance, or the evolution of identity over time. Both traditional and contemporary perspectives are welcome.

This exhibition celebrates the shared creative community of both organizations and highlights the diverse voices, experiences, and artistic practices represented among our memberships.

Artists may also include an optional six-word (maximum) description to accompany the titled work. Inspired by the idea of the six-word story—often attributed to Ernest Hemingway’s “For sale: baby shoes, never worn”—this brief text can serve as a poetic or narrative layer that complements the artwork.

If included, the six-word description may evoke memory, lineage, place, identity, or inheritance, and should not exceed six words. The description is intended to enhance the viewer’s experience but is not required for submission.

Titles and any optional six-word descriptions will be displayed with the artwork as part of the exhibition.

Curated Exhibition & Selection Process 

This is a curated exhibition. Submission does not guarantee acceptance.

All eligible submissions will be reviewed by the exhibition curators, Mikel Frank, President of the Guild of Charlotte Artists, and Kate McAllister, Executive Director of Queen City Art. Approximately 40 works will be selected for inclusion in the exhibition.

Selections will be based on artistic quality, interpretation of the Heritage theme, and how works function together cohesively within the overall exhibition.

We appreciate the time and care artists put into their submissions and thank all members who choose to participate.

ELIGIBILITY
This is a members-only exhibition. Artists must be a current member of the Guild of Charlotte Artists, Queen City Art, or both organizations at the time of submission.

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ENTRY FEE (NON REFUNDABLE)

GCA/QCA Members: First two (2) entries $25. $5 per entry after 2. Maximum 4 entries.

Non-Members: Ineligible for entry
 

SUBMISSIONS
All artwork must be submitted via this online form. Exhibit capacity is around 40 pieces of artwork, depending on size. This entry form will close once the deadline is reached. Accepted works will be exhibited for sale in the Queen City Art (QCA) hallway gallery.

CALENDAR

Submission deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Notification email of accepted entries: On or near Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Deliver accepted artwork to QCA (4237 Raleigh Street): Feb 8th 1pm-3pm OR Feb 9th 5:30-7:00 PM
Note: Artwork MUST must be properly mounted with D Rings and wired. 

NO sawtooth hangers.

Opening Night Reception: Saturday, February 14th (5-8pm) at Queen City Art

Exhibition show dates: Saturday, Feb 14th to Sunday, March 6th

Pick up exhibited work: Sunday March 8th 1-3pm OR Monday March 9th 5:30-7:00pm

*Note: Artwork left beyond the scheduled pick up dates are subject to a holding fee of $5/day. Artwork left beyond 30 days will become the property of QCA.

SPECIFICATIONS
All entries must be original works - no reproductions. Works may include paintings, drawings, mixed media, photographs, prints, ceramics, sculpture, furniture, jewelry, fiber art, written word, poetry or art installations.

All hanging artwork MUST be properly mounted with D Rings and wired. NO sawtooth hangers. All works must be properly framed or gallery wrapped with finished sides. Works on paper must be protected by glass or plexiglass.

Three-dimensional art exceeding 30”x30”x72” or weighing more than 50 pounds may require installation by the artist. Display stands for 3D work are provided by the Queen City Art with prior approval.

Artwork may be rejected if we are not able to properly or safely install the work.

PRICING & COMMISION
All artwork must be available for sale. No "Price on Requests" will be accepted. QCA will retain 25% commission on all sales. GCA and QCA will split proceeds of all entry fees. 

QUESTIONS?
Email kate@charlotteartleague.org OR gcaexhibits@gmail.com