6 By Exhibit 2024

The 6 By Exhibit is a call for original small works of visual art in any medium. One dimension of each creation must measure 6" before framing. The exhibit runs September 27 - October 22, 2024, with an opening reception on Friday, September 27 from 6-8 pm at Cape Fear Studios, 148 Maxwell Street, Fayetteville, NC 28301.

Eligibility and Requirements: Artists must be 18 years or older. Each artist may submit up to three pieces of original work; no prints or mass-produced work. For 2D work, one dimension (height and/or width) must measure 6", with a maximum of 6 x 18 inches (dimensions before framing). Work must be properly wired for hanging; sawtooth hangers are not permitted. For 3D work, at least one dimension must measure 6" (height, width, or depth) with no other dimension exceeding 12". Entry fee is $30 for the first entry, with up to two additional entries at $15 each (maximum three entries per person). Multiple images in a single frame are subject to an entry fee per image.

Accepted works must be shipped or hand-delivered to Cape Fear Studios between September 18-21. Shipped entries must include a prepaid return shipping label. The exhibit label should be attached to the upper left corner of the back of entries. Awards include 1st place: $450, 2nd place: $200, 3rd place: $100, and two Honorable Mentions at $50 each. Cape Fear Studios retains a 30% commission on all sales. Judging is performed by Leslie Pearson, a multimedia artist and educator. Notification of acceptance will be sent August 21, 2024. Entry deadline is August 4, 2024.