home & garden | 2026 open call

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Carolina Artist Gallery / Arts Council of Carteret County

Submission Dates: April 21, 026 -April 25, 2026

Call Type: Gallery Exhibit

Home & Garden | 2026 is an exhibition presented by Carolina Artist Gallery (CAG) and the Arts Council of Carteret County (ACCC), centered on the theme of Home and Garden. We invite you to explore what "Home & Garden" means to you—whether it's a cherished memory, a physical space, or an emotional sanctuary—and express it through your art. Consider the ideas of safety, happiness, and relaxation—what makes a place a true haven for reflection, inspiration, and identity? Keywords include home, happy, secure, relaxed, sanctuary.

All works will be considered for awards, and artists work will be offered for sale with a 70/30 split in the artist’s favor. One or two works may be submitted. Size limitation (The show director encourages expressive works, however, decisions on excessive size will be made at time of entry depending on space available). Artwork must be completely dry

and wired for hanging. No saw tooth hangers and no screw eyes. All work must be the work of the entrant, original, ready for hanging or display. All prints and photographs must be signed. If limited edition, must be numbered and signed. Giclées are acceptable only for work in which there is no tangible original, for example digital painting and photography. CAG reserves the right to refuse acceptance of any work deemed inappropriate for the exhibit. All entries must be priced for sale. "Not for Sale" are not accepted.

How to participate:

Complete the Registration form ⬇️⬇️⬇️

CLICK HERE for the Registration Form!

Print labels and registration form.
Attach label to the back of your 2d artwork or attach to bottom of 3d art.
Ensure your work it is properly prepared for hanging (no saw tooth hangers or screw eyes). For tips and instructions on wiring, check out this wiki how to: https://www.wikihow.com/Hang-Artwork-with-Wire
Bring your registration form and labeled work to Carolina Artist Gallery, 1702 Arendell Street, Morehead City, between April 21 and April 25, 2026 (11 am - 5pm)
“Swing by the opening reception on May 2, 2026. Awards drop at 5 PM—fingers crossed, you might win!”🍀