Featured Artist of the Month Application

Deadline to Apply: Friday, September 12 at 12:00am (midnight), 2025

Charlotte Art League’s Featured Artist of the Month program showcases the work of QCA members in good standing through a dedicated exhibition space in our gallery. For the remainder of FY26 (October 2025 – May 2026), Featured Artists will be selected by the Exhibits Committee through a curated process—offering members a unique opportunity to highlight their work and connect with the community.

Selected artists receive:

• Free 25 ft. wall space for the featured month (aligned with the gallery exhibit schedule—opening on the 2nd Friday and takedown following the First Friday of the next month).
• Social media promotion and featured posts throughout the month
• Installation support, provided the artist is available on-site during installation the Tuesday morning before the exhibit opening.
• Exhibit opening in conjunction with the Exhibit 2nd Friday. 
• Body of work on QCA website for the month. 

This exclusive opportunity is one more way we celebrate and elevate the talent of our QCA member community!

Important Dates

· Selection by Exhibit Committee: September 16, 2025

· Notifications Sent: No later than September 19, 2025

· First Exhibitions Begin: October 2025

What We're Looking For

• A body of work ready to exhibit
• A professional, polished display (wired, framed, finished edges, etc.)
• Artists with a strong vision
• Work that invokes thought, pushes the norm, and challenges the status quo
• All mediums welcome!

Eligibility and Terms

Must be a QCA member in good standing at any level AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION AND DURING THE DISPLAY MONTH. Become a member today: https://charlotteartleague.org/membership 

Artists may submit examples of current work for consideration, though the final exhibit may include new or evolving bodies of work. Selected artists will be required to submit final images, artwork details, and artist information at least two weeks prior to the exhibit opening. A reminder email with details and deadlines will be sent upon selection.

Open to established and emerging artists. 

All entries must be original works - no reproductions. Works can be new or old. However, artwork that has been exhibited at QCA within the past 12 months is not eligible. Artwork may not be for sale in any other venue for the duration of the show. Works may include paintings, drawings, mixed media, photographs, prints, ceramics, sculpture, furniture, jewelry, fiber art, written word, poetry or art installations.

All hanging artwork MUST be properly mounted with D Rings and wired. NO sawtooth hangers. All works must be properly framed or gallery wrapped with finished sides. Works on paper must be protected by glass or plexiglass.

Three-dimensional art exceeding 30”x30”x72” or weighing more than 50 pounds may require installation by the artist. Display stands for 3D work are provided by the Charlotte Art League with prior approval.

Artwork may be rejected if we are not able to properly or safely install the work.

All artwork must be available for sale. No "Price on Requests" will be accepted. QCA will retain 25% commission on all sales.

QUESTIONS?
Email kate@charlotteartleague.org 

ARTIST INFORMATION

ARTWORK INFORMATION
Note: These are examples of your work. Actual pieces to be displayed will be submitted if you are chosen as a featured artist. 

ARTIST AGREEMENT

SPECIFICATIONS: All entries must be original works - no reproductions. Works may include paintings, drawings, mixed media, photographs, prints, ceramics, sculpture, furniture, jewelry, fiber art, written word, poetry or art installations.

PRICING & COMMISION: All artwork must be available for sale. No Price On Requests will be accepted. QCA will retain 25% commission on all sales.

LIABILITY: Charlotte Art League (QCA) will take every precaution in the handling of your artwork. However, QCA accepts no responsibility for any loss, theft or damage of artwork. Concerned artists should provide their own insurance coverage. Entries must remain for the duration of the month and be picked up on the scheduled dates. QCA reserves the right to decline any entry or withdraw any entry at its discretion. QCA reserves the right to photograph and reproduce any entry for educational or publicity purposes in any format. QCA is not responsible for misprints, misspellings, errors or other omissions taken from artist’s information.

My signature on this consent form indicates that I have carefully read this agreement, fully understand it's content, and agree to the terms stated above.