Durham Arts Council Call for Artists-2027 Exhibits

Who can apply

The Durham Arts Council showcases up to 12 solo and/or group exhibitions each year in 2 onsite galleries and at the Durham Convention Center. Typically, over 125 artists are exhibited annually. Only 2-dimensional works that can be hung on the gallery walls will be considered because our galleries also serve as main entries to the building and special event and reception spaces. 3-dimensional works will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All applications will be reviewed by a jury.. Please note that the Durham Arts Council can only provide the exhibit space and marketing for the exhibiting artists at either Durham Arts Council or at the Durham Convention Center. We do not fund transportation, framing, installation, or any additional costs.. Restrictions on work: Electrostatic prints, imports or commercially manufactured items, items made from “kits,” paper/plastic flowers, live plants or any consumable items (food, soap, lotions, candles, etc.) free-standing installations, and work displayed in an unprofessional manner are not accepted. The Durham Arts Council reserves the right to ask any applicant for more information about his/her creative practice before or after a contract is issued for an exhibit. If an applicant is selected to exhibit, the exhibit contract allows the Durham Arts Council to review and possibly not except for exhibit any artwork proposed which is significantly different from the work samples submitted in this application.. The Durham Arts Council strives to feature artists that represent the full range of creativity and diversity of Durham in our exhibition program and encourages anyone interested to apply. We welcome applications from all over, but we are unable to accept shipped artwork, artwork must be hand delivered to the Durham Arts Council. Priority will be given to artists in Durham. Must be 18 years or older to apply.