The Arts Access Gallery is excited to announce an open call for artwork for their upcoming August 2026 Arts Show: Prism.
The exhibition will display the works of artists with disabilities and will be on view at the Jobe House, from Aug. 8 to Aug. 28, 2026 on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. A reception to celebrate the opening will be on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Jobe House is at 909 W. Morgan Street, Raleigh, NC 27605.
We are looking for pieces that reflect your interpretation of a the meaning of a “prism”. By definition a prism is a crystal or glass used to refract or disperse light into a spectrum. For example, your piece (s) can show how one truth can reflect many angles or a range of feelings. It can also reveal the extraordinary, serve as a metaphor for transformation or a unique physical or personal perspective.
Eligibility:
This exhibition is open to artists with disabilities who are 18 or older. Works from both established and emerging artists are welcomed.
All entries must be original works of art, ready to display. Up to three entries are allowed per artist. All work will be juried with the submitted digital image of the artwork.
We also encourage work that could be multi-sensory or interactive. The piece(s) submitted do not have to be new and may have been shown in another exhibition. You may submit up to three pieces for the show.
The submission deadline is July 27 at 11:59pm EST
Media Accepted:
- Acrylic, Digital Art, Drawing, Fine Crafts, Mixed Media, Oil, Pastel, Photography, Printmaking, Textiles, Sculpture and Watercolor.
- Digital image submissions must be high resolution (300 ppi or higher).
- All artwork must be ready to display.
Media Size Guidelines:
- 2-Dimensional: Wall mounted artwork can not be larger than 8’ wide by 7’ ft tall.
If you have any questions about the size requirements, please reach out to aliana@artsaccessinc.org.
Media not accepted:
Videos, installations, reproductions of original work, and Giclee prints. Frameless glass or plexiglass, frames with tension, or saw-tooth hangers cannot be accepted. No wet paintings.
Submission Guidelines:
Submission deadline is July 27, 2026 at 11:59pm EST via online application.
Online Application:
The form will ask you to:
- Enter your personal contact information
- Upload one entry image of your art in JPEG format OR submit a link for web-based submissions. One additional closeup image is encouraged if the work is highly textured or contains mixed-media elements. You can submit up to five pieces for this exhibition and make sure to submit image(s) for each.
- Alt Text: Provide a visual description of your artwork
- Artist Statement: Submit a short artist statement relating your work to the exhibition theme (100 words max)
- Artist Bio: Provide an artist bio (100 words max)
Fill out the submission form here.
If you need assistance to complete this application please email aliana@artsaccessinc.org.
About the Jobe House
The Jobe House at 909 W. Morgan Street in Raleigh is a co-working space, gallery and artist residence shared by three arts nonprofits: Artspace, VAE Raleigh and Arts Access North Carolina. The gallery exhibition space is on the first floor spread out across four smaller rooms. There is space for about 15 to 20 pieces. There is a ramp in the front for access via a wheelchair or other mobility device. An accessible bathroom is also on the first floor. There is one accessible parking space directly in front of the house. Parking is free for off-street parking for 1 hour. There is a designated loading area for art drop off. There are also three paid parking lots within a two-block radius. There is also a free lot that will be available for the show opening reception.
General Guidelines
Regarding religious content, Arts Access North Carolina has a non-religious symbol policy for its exhibitions. Religious symbols are defined as images, symbols and depictions of any kind that promote or imply a particular religious group or world religion. Arts Access NC staff and the Executive Committee of Arts Access NC will decide if artwork does not adhere to the policy.
All submitted work is subject to review. Submission of your entry constitutes your agreement with all the terms of this Call for Art.
Submission of your entry acknowledges the right of Arts Access NC to reproduce artwork for marketing purposes. Arts Access NC reserves the right to decline a submission for any reason or to remove a selected work for any reason.
Questions? Need help with your submission? Need support addressing any barriers to submitting your work? Contact aliana@artsaccessinc.org
Sales:
Artists are not required to sell their work, but are welcome to do so.
Sales shall be handled through Arts Access NC. Artists will receive all sales proceeds. Arts Access NC will make payments to artists within 30 days after the show closes.
Insurance
Arts Access NC carries insurance to cover loss or damage to art on loan for public display at Arts Access Gallery, up to $75,000 with a limit of $10,000 per item. Full coverage will be provided in case of loss or damage provided the item was listed on the show inventory. Each artist of work selected for exhibition will provide the title, owner, and price (or insurance value if NFS). Insurance does not cover work during transport by lender, early delivery, late removal, or works not properly listed on the show inventory sheet. Arts Access NC is not responsible for damages if a piece falls due to improper framing or hanging.
Important Dates:
- Submission deadline: July 27, 2026, 11:59 p.m.
- Notification of acceptance: July 30, 2026 by noon.
- Drop off of accepted works at Arts Access Gallery: July 31 to Aug. 2, 2026. Contact aliana@artsaccessinc.org if you need assistance and/or need to have the piece(s) picked up by staff.
- Pickup of unsold works: You must pick up your pieces between Aug. 29 and September 1 and/or request assistance from our staff with delivery.
Artists bear responsibility for pickup during the time period stated above. Work left beyond the last date is no longer the responsibility of Arts Access NC, and after 60 days becomes the property of Arts Access NC.
Exhibition dates:
- On View: Aug. 8 to Aug. 28, 2026.
- Opening Reception: Aug. 8, 2026, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Jobe House, 909 W. Morgan Street in Raleigh.
Contact: Please contact Aliana Ramos, interim executive director, aliana@artsaccessinc.org with any questions or requests for assistance.