The Schwa Show 2025

The Schwa Show is a national juried competition recognizing excellence in fine arts and crafts. The exhibition is open to artists in any media and subject matter. Artists must be age 18 and up. All work must have been completed in the past 3 years and never previously exhibited at Emerge Gallery. All pieces must fit through the exterior door (36" x 80"). Work must be available for the entire exhibition. Video entries are accepted, but special equipment must be provided. Work must be ready to hang or will not be eligible.

Artists may submit up to 5 entries. A minimum of 3 entries is required for a $20 fee, with the option to submit 2 additional entries at $5 each. Entries must be submitted digitally through www.callforentry.org by 11:59 PM MST on July 15, 2025. Jury decisions will be sent via email no later than July 31, 2025. The exhibition runs September 5-27, 2025, with an opening reception on Friday, September 5, from 5:00 PM-8:00 PM.

Accepted work must be received by August 27 (shipped) or August 28-29 (hand delivered, 10:00 AM-8:00 PM). Work must be picked up by September 30, 2025, or must have a prepaid mailing label for return shipping. Cash awards include: Best of Show $1,000, Best of 2D $500, Best of 3D $500, and Honorable Mention $100 (3 awards). Emerge Gallery will provide insurance for accepted work during exhibition dates only, insuring up to 70% of the sales price with a maximum of $5,000. A 30% commission is retained on sold work. Contact [email protected] or (252) 551-6947 for questions.