• Touchpoints: Exploring Texture in Art - Art Gallery Exhibit Application

    Apply for consideration in the upcoming texture exhibit, put together by the Watauga Arts Council, by using the form below. Submissions due by August 31, 2026.
  • Before you begin

    Important: Please read the gallery policies before submitting your proposal.

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    This exhibit invites artists to explore the visual impact and expressive potential of texture. Texture can be achieved through layered paint, built-up surfaces, fibers, mixed media, or any other tactile techniques imaginable. We're looking for work where texture is central to the artistic concept. If submitting a 3-D piece, you will need to detail your display needs in the application form. 

    Requirements / Other Info:

    • You may submit no more than 3 pieces for consideration in this exhibit.
    • Media: All mediums welcome!
    • Presentation: Work can be wall-hangable or stand-alone/require a pedestal. If you have unique display needs, you must indicate so in your application. For wall pieces, frames are not required, but they must otherwise be hang-ready.
    • Deadline: All works must be submitted for consideration via this form by August 31st, 2026.
    • Photographing Artwork: Professional-quality photos are not required for your application; however, images must meet the following guidelines to ensure your work can be accurately reviewed:
      • Use a clean, non-distracting background (white or neutral preferred)
      • Ensure images are sharp and in focus 
      • Use good lighting (avoid images that are too dark, too bright, or have too much glare)
      • Present the artwork centered and straight within the frame
    • All WAC exhibits are juried by a diverse panel of local artists, arts professionals, and arts business owners with backgrounds in various mediums.
    • You will be notified on September 21, 2026 of your application status. 

     

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