The submission process is to make sure the size of each piece will fit in the limited space we have. Please provide an artist statement along with your submission(s). 

Submission end date: September 14, 2026 at 5 PM
This is the deadline to submit artist information and images of artwork. Artwork drop-off information will be shared via email upon approval of your work. This is not a juried show, but pieces will be selected due to limited space.

Submission criteria: 

• Must be a US Military Veteran, Active Duty, Reservist, and/or National Guard service member located in North Carolina 
• All art mediums accepted: 2D, 3D, literary art, and more 
• Artwork must be original and owned by the artist
• Artists may submit one (1) piece of artwork for consideration
• All experience levels accepted
  
  

Artwork criteria: 
Veteran artists may submit one (1) piece of artwork to the North Carolina Veteran Art Show. Due to space restraints, the size of the submitted 2D visual art should not exceed 36 x 36 inches, including the frame (if a framed piece). 3D pieces are to be no larger than 36″x36″ and no more than 50 lbs.

• 2D artwork should be wired or framed and be ready for hanging
• Title of artwork required 
• Artist Statement required with submission. More details below.
• For 2D and 3D submissions, attach a photo of the piece in the submission form.
• For literary submissions, attached a typed copy in the submission form.

Artist Statement:
Please adhere to the 250 word count maximum. Include the following information in your artist statement:

• How long did you serve in the military?
• How has art helped you after your time in the military?
• How does your chosen art medium help you express yourself creatively?
• How long have you been practicing art?
• What inspired you to create this piece of art?

Optional: In light of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, artists are welcome to submit artwork relating to the commemorative themes outlined in America250 NC. The themes include “Visions of Freedom”, “Gathering of Voices”, and “Common Ground”. Using this theme is not at all a requirement to submit artwork, but a guide in case this theme inspires any artists. More information can be found here: https://www.america250.nc.gov/about/commemorative-themes#CommonGround-65 

If you have any questions or concerns regarding subject matter, please contact Isabella Brezenski by email at isabella@thejoelfund.org or by telephone at 919-200-0886.