Emerging Artist Gallery
The Emerging Artist Gallery at the MANN Center for the Arts celebrates the diverse artwork of North Carolina. We present up and coming artists and their work to a regional audience in a professional setting. Join us every month for First Friday Public Receptions from 5-7PM.
Now Showing
North Carolina Landscapes Competition
September 4 – October 31
Receptions every First Friday from 5-7PM
Schedule
- Nysie Hurst
May 1 – June 27, 2026 - Jayden Booker and Julian Correa
July 3 – August 29 - North Carolina Landscapes Competition
September 4 – October 31 - Rachel Brown
November 6 – December 26 - Kayleigh Messler and Margaret Pereida
January 1 – February 27, 2027 - Spring Group Art Competition (to be announced)
March 5 – April 24 - To Be Announced
April 30 – June 26 - Cody Palmer
July 2 – August 28
How To Apply
Are you interested in showing your work in the Emerging Artist Gallery? Start by reviewing our Gallery Prospectus and the Works on Consignment Agreement, then fill out the online application form. There is no cost to apply, and all opportunities are curated.
About Our Gallery
What is an Emerging Artist?
An Emerging Artist is one who is early in their art career, has limited experience exhibiting, and seeks to further their creative work. Emerging Artists generally do not have an established resume of exhibitions, but may have participated in group shows, fairs and art competitions, or art auctions. Candidates may not be professionally employed as a working artist. Please refer to the Prospectus for eligibility criteria.
How does our Gallery work?
The Gallery collects applications from North Carolina artists who meet the entry criteria. Accepted artists are curated in for a two-month exhibition including an artist reception and promotional benefits through press releases and print/digital marketing. There is no cost to the artist to apply for this opportunity.
Artwork is available for purchase with proceeds benefiting the artist and the MANN Center for the Arts.
Learn more about the Gallery Curator, Heath Buckmaster >
Accepted Artists access the Art Intake Form >
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