WSNC 2027 Eastern Exhibition

Description

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Exhibition Overview

The 2027 WSNC Eastern Region Exhibition will be presented both online and in person. The exhibition is open to all current Eastern Region WSNC members subject to other eligibility requirements.
The venue for the in-person exhibition will be hosted by the Bank of the Arts in New Bern, North Carolina, and will run from February 1 through February 25, 2027.
All eligible entries will be included in the online gallery, where artwork will be available for public viewing and sale.
Awards will be juried by Heidi L. White-DiBella.
The Watercolor Society of North Carolina (WSNC) Regional Exhibitions are conducted to promote excellence in watercolor and to provide members with accessible, professional exhibition opportunities within their respective regions. Regional exhibitions follow the same professional standards as the WSNC Annual Juried Exhibition while reflecting regional participation guidelines.

Venue

Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle Street, New Bern, NC 28650
The exhibition is open and accessible to the public during regular operating hours which are 10 AM – 5 PM, Tuesday-Saturday. The exhibition will also be part of Art Walk on February 12th.

Important Dates

Call for Entry Opens
Dec 1, 2026

Call for Entry Closes
Jan 15, 2027

Hand Delivery of Work to Gallery
Jan 29 & 30th, 10:00-5:00

Show Opens to Public
Feb 1, 2027

Reception and Artwalk
Feb 12th, 2027, 5- 8:00 PM

Awards Ceremony at Bank of the Arts
Feb 12th, 6:00PM

Last Day Open to Public
Feb 25th

Take Down and Pick Up Work
Feb 26th & 27th, 10-5:00PM

Eligibility

The WSNC Regional Exhibition is open to all current WSNC members, including Associate, Signature, and Master Signature Members, who reside within the Eastern region as of the date of entry. Membership dues must be current at the time of entry. 
Artwork must: 
Be the original creation of the artistNot be completed under instruction, whether in person or onlineNot be copied from, derived from, or substantially based on another artist’s or photographer’s workNot include AI-generated or digitally produced imageryHas been completed after January 1, 2024
Works previously exhibited in a WSNC Annual Juried Exhibition, or any previous Regional Exhibition are not eligible.  Works exhibited in any WSNC Online Exhibition are eligible, provided they have not appeared in a WSNC Annual Juried Exhibition.

Acceptable Media

Water-soluble media including watercolor, gouache, water-based ink, casein, acrylic, egg tempera, and watercolor pencil, stick, or crayon. Other media may be used only in conjunction with water media, which must be visibly dominant in the finished work.

Media Not Permitted
Collage, pastel, water-based oils, canvas, prints, reproductions, digital artwork, heavy impasto, texture gels, or excessive relief.

Acceptable Surfaces

Natural or synthetic watercolor paper, watercolor board, Yupo, Aquabord, Claybord, or similar absorbent rigid supports that are framed.

Size Requirements

All accepted paintings must be professionally framed and ready to hang according to WSNC standards. Framing should not draw unusual attention to itself.All work must be limited to 44” longest dimension to outside of the frame in order to be consistent with our Annual Juried Exhibition standards.

Framing and Presentation

Simple, professional-quality wood or metal frames only.Acceptable finishes: black, white, natural stained wood, or plain matte or satin gold or silver.Not permitted: bright, glossy, mirrored, distressed, carved, or ornate finishes.Frame width: Narrow to moderate (generally 1-2”, 3” maximum).
WSNC Framing and Packaging Guide

Entry Procedures

Entries must be submitted via ArtCall.org at: https://wsnc2027eastern.artcall.org/ Non-Refundable Entry fee: Thirty Dollars ($30)Maximum number of entries per artist: Two (2)If you do not wish to sell your artwork, set the price as 0.00. 
Digital images must be submitted in JPEG format, under 5 MB, showing only the image (no frame or mat). Images should be at least 1,200 pixels on the longest side. No changes may be made after submission. By entering, artists acknowledge they have read and agree to comply with this Prospectus and the WSNC Framing & Packaging Guide.

Judging and Awards

Regional exhibitions are not juried for acceptance. All entries that meet prospectus requirements will be exhibited as space allows.Awards are judged in person after delivery and hanging.The exhibition will include monetary awards for both Signature and Associate Members, with First, Second, and Third Place awards in each category.Other awards, not determined at this time, may be included as determined by the Exhibit Director based on contributions that may be received.Juror of Awards: Heidi L. White-DiBella

Sales

There is no commission for this exhibition; the artist retains 100% of the sale price.Sales will be handled through ArtCall.org where buyers will be directed to contact the artist directly.  The artist is solely responsible for all aspects of the sale and shipping.If you do not wish to sell your artwork, set the price as 0.00.Prices listed at entry may not be changed during the exhibition.

Delivery and Pickup

All work must be hand-delivered and picked up.  
The artist is to print the three labels available though ArtCall:
Back identification label: Affixed to the back of the framed artwork.Judging tag: Used to conceal the artist's signature during anonymous awards judging.Claim receipt: Retained by the artist for collection of the painting.
Work can be delivered to the venue during Jan 29-30  between 10 AM and 5 PM.Work can be picked up at the venue on Feb 26-27th between 10 AM and 5 PM.No shipped work will be accepted, and no work will be shipped back to the artist.All boxes and/or packaging shall be removed by the artist upon delivery of the artwork.If an artist has arranged that their work be picked up by another person, it must be accompanied by the claim receipt signed by the artist identifying the person who will be picking up the art.Work not picked up by the deadline will be stored and a $50 fee will be charged.

Liability

While every reasonable care will be taken, WSNC and the hosting venue assume no responsibility for loss or damage. Artists are encouraged to carry their own insurance. Submission of an entry constitutes agreement to all terms and conditions.

Artists acknowledge that their work will be publicly displayed online and may be offered for sale. WSNC assumes no responsibility for loss, copyright infringement, or disputes arising from sales or online display of artwork. Submission of an entry constitutes agreement to all terms and conditions.

Regional Contacts

WSNC Eastern Region Co-Directors:

Jay DeChesere, Wilmington jdc001@mac.com
Claire Shadow, New Bern clairebshadow@gmail.com

About WSNC

The Watercolor Society of North Carolina is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting excellence in watercolor through education, exhibitions, and community engagement across the state.

Artist Agreement

By entering this exhibition, the artist agrees to all terms stated in this Prospectus and the WSNC Framing & Packaging Guide