18th Annual International Drawing Discourse Exhibition

International juried exhibition of contemporary drawing at UNC Asheville’s S. Tucker Cooke Gallery, January 15–February 12, 2027, juried by Michael Grimaldi. The exhibition welcomes conventional and experimental drawing practices, including two- and three-dimensional works, video, and installation. Exhibited artists receive a complimentary full-color catalogue. The juror will award $2,000 in cash prizes, and a purchase prize is available for the university’s permanent collection.

Contemporary drawing through conventional and innovative methods

Open internationally to artists age 18 or older. Work must be original and must not have previously been exhibited at the University of North Carolina Asheville. Traditional or experimental drawing media are eligible, including two- and three-dimensional works, video, and installation. The juror may select single or multiple works from an artist’s submission. Apply only through CaFÉ; submit 1–6 total media items, with up to 6 images, 6 audio files, or 6 videos within that total. Uploaded images must not contain borders or text information that is not part of the original work. Applications are due November 29, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. MST. The non-refundable fee is $30 for one entry, plus $5 for each additional entry, including detail images, up to 6 entries total; 3 entries cost $40 and 6 cost $55. Payment is by credit card through CaFÉ. Results will be emailed no later than December 14, 2026. Accepted work must arrive ready to install January 4–6, 2027; work received outside that window may not be exhibited. Work should not exceed 120 lbs and must fit through a doorway measuring 67 inches wide by 117 inches high. The university may exclude work that is not professionally presented; framing and glass are not necessarily required. All work must remain on display for the entire exhibition. Shipped work must use reusable containers and include a prepaid return shipping label. Hand delivery is available January 4–6 during operating hours, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Artwork returns are scheduled February 15–19, 2027. Submission constitutes agreement to the prospectus conditions, and UNC Asheville reserves the right to reproduce accepted entries for publicity and exhibition purposes, including catalogues, social media, and press releases. Sales are encouraged; UNC Asheville retains a 30% commission from the retail price on the entry form. Work is available for purchase unless marked NFS. Purchase awards are granted 70% of the retail price. The juror will award $2,000 in cash prizes; a purchase prize is also available for the UNC Asheville Department of Art and Art History permanent collection. International awardees are subject to 30% federal withholding.