2022 National Juried Art Show

The Maria V. Howard Arts Center invites U.S. artists 18 years of age or older to submit work for the 2022 National Juried Art Show. Artists may work in any media except installation. Work must be original, executed within the past three years, and not previously exhibited at the Arts Center. Up to four pieces may be entered for a $25 non-refundable fee. Digital images must be submitted through CaFE by February 18, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. MST. Each artwork should be represented by a single image identified by artist name, entry number, and title.

The exhibition runs from May 6 through August 14, 2022, with an artist reception and award presentation on May 15, 2022. Juror Jan Sullavan-Volz, a painter, sculptor, and furniture designer, will select award recipients. Awards include: $1,500 Acquisition Award, $800 First Place, $500 Second Place, $250 Third Place, and $250 Best Rocky Mount Artist. The work selected for the Acquisition Award becomes part of the Arts Center's Permanent Collection.

Accepted works must arrive by April 15, 2022. All 3D work must stand alone without staff assistance. Work must be completely dry, framed, wired, and ready for hanging or otherwise suitably prepared for exhibition. Artwork must not exceed 6 feet in any dimension. The Arts Center retains a 40% commission on works sold. Accepted entries will be insured by the City of Rocky Mount from receipt until pickup for 60% of the retail price. Artists are responsible for all shipping costs and arrangements. For questions, contact [email protected].