Hindsight is 2020: National Juried Exhibition

Emerge Gallery & Art Center invites artists to exhibit work in all media that explores the concepts of persisting under challenging conditions and re-imagining the shape of things to come. This juried exhibition will be displayed alongside the exhibition Black Voices Matter, which features the murals painted by local Black artists in response to recent protests.

The exhibition is open to artists in any media and subject matter, age 18 and up. All work must have been completed this year and never previously exhibited at Emerge. All pieces must fit through a standard sized door and be available for the entire exhibition. Video entries are accepted but require special equipment to be provided. Work must be "ready to hang" or will not be eligible. Artists may submit up to 5 entries. The entry fee is $20 for up to three entries and $5 for each additional entry. Entries must be submitted online by September 26, 2020. Accepted artwork must be received by October 28, 2020 if shipped, or hand delivered October 29 between 1:00-8:00pm or October 31 between 1:00-3:00pm. The exhibition runs November 3-28, 2020, with a virtual reception on November 6 at 5:00pm.

Three cash awards will be given: 1st Place - $500, 2nd Place - $250, 3rd Place - $100. Emerge will retain a 40% commission (30% for East Carolina University students). Work is assumed for sale unless noted with an insurance value and marked NFS. Payment will be mailed within 45 days of the end of the exhibition. Accepted work must be picked up by December 2, 2020, or must have a prepaid mailing label for return shipping. Contact [email protected] or (252) 551-6947 for questions.