Answering the Mountains - Form Submission

Answering the Mountains

A Visual Response to Appalachian Literature
The Appalachian Literary Arts Festival invites artists to submit original visual work inspired by Appalachian literature for this juried exhibition at the Rowan County Arts Center in Morehead, KY.
Exhibition Details

Eligbility
Open to artists of all levels
Two divisions for awards:
- Adult
- K-12 Students
Artists may submit 1-3 works
No submission fee

Important Dates

Submission Deadline: July 10

Acceptance Notification: July 17

Artwork Drop-Off: July 22 - 29

Exhibition Dates: August 3 - 30

Closing Reception: August 28

ARTWORK LIMITS
Artists may submit up to 3 pieces.
Submission does not guarantee acceptance of artwork.

WHAT IS REVERSE EKPHRASIS?

Ekphrasis is writing inspired by art. Here, we reverse the process—inviting artists to create visual work inspired by literature.

REQUIREMENTS

Each submitted artwork must:

Be directly inspired by a specific work of Appalachian literature
Clearly List the title and author of the literarywork used as inspiration
Be original work created by the submitting artist (No AI-generated art will be accepted)
Be available for in-person drop off if accepted

Submissions must include:

Completed submission form
High quailty digital image(s) of artwork
Title of artwork, medium, and dimensions
Title and author of the literary work(s) that inspired the piece

JURY PROCESS

This is a jurried exhibition All submissions will be reviewed by a panel
Selected artists will be notified by email
Accepted works must be hand-delivered to the Rowan County Arts Center (205 East Main Street, Morehead, KY 40351)
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Division*

AdultK-12 Student
If K-12, what grade level and school?
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email Address*
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Phone Number*
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Entry 1 Title*
Entry 1 Medium*
Entry 1 Dimensions (HxWxD)*
Entry 1 Dimensions (HxWxD)*
Entry 1 Title of Literary Work(s) Inspiring this Piece*
Entry 1 Author of Literary Work*
Entry 1 Is this piece for sale?*
Entry 1 If this piece is for sale, how much?*
Entry 2 Title
Entry 2 Medium
Entry 2 Dimensions (HxWxD)
Entry 2 Dimensions (HxWxD)
Entry 2 Title of Literary Work(s) Inspiring this Piece
Entry 2 Author of Literary Work
Entry 2 Is this piece for sale?
Entry 2 If this piece is for sale, how much?
Entry 3 Title
Entry 3 Medium
Entry 3 Dimensions (HxWxD)
Entry 3 Dimensions (HxWxD)
Entry 3 Title of Literary Work(s) Inspiring this Piece
Entry 3 Author of Literary Work
Entry 3 Is this piece for sale?
Entry 3 If this piece is for sale, how much?
Image upload for artwork*

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Agreement and Permissions*

I certify that this work is original and created by me.If accepted, I agree to deliver my artwork in person to the Rowan County Arts Center during designated drop-off dates.I grant permission for images of my artwork to be used for promotional purposes related to the Appalachian Literary Arts Festival and the Rowan County Arts Center.I understand the gallery takes a 30% commission on sold pieces.
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