Annual Juried Art Show
Annual Juried Exhibition & Mural Banner Competition
Once a year, The Marshall Muse Gallery opens its doors to a juried exhibition in the Community Gallery... a chance for artists near and far to submit their work around a theme that changes each year, but a spirit that doesn't. Each show is judged by a panel of jurors, celebrated by public voting, and honored with awards that carry real weight and real prize money. It's one of our signature annual traditions, a place where community and creativity meet, and where a single winning piece earns a spot on display for the whole year to come. Read on for details about this year's show, a look back at last year's, and everything you need to know if you're ready to submit your own work.
Seeing the familiar in unexpected ways. A fresh year opens with creative reinvention — this exhibition invites artists to break habits, shift viewpoints, and experiment with unfamiliar materials, techniques, and ideas. It's a space for transformation, discovery, and renewed artistic vision. Submissions open soon. Learn More!
Because art is worth falling in love with. Our inaugural juried exhibition invited artists to submit uplifting, all-ages work for display in the Community Gallery, with one winning piece reproduced as a year-long outdoor mural banner. Read more and browse photos of submitted artwork from last year’s exhibit.
Participation Details
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Size: 16 x 20 inches (vertical or horizontal)
Surface: Canvas or art board only
Presentation:
Unframed
Wired and ready to hang (securely attached on back)
Medium: Any medium executed on or attached to canvas or board
Original Work: Created by the submitting artist
Display Ready: Stable and suitable for public gallery display
Canvas or art board only, unframed presentation ensures consistency and keeps the focus on the artwork itself.
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Open subject matter
Must be positive, uplifting, inclusive, and appropriate for all ages
No political statements, hate speech, or divisive content
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Gallery Jury Award
Artwork reproduced as an approximately 8 x 10 foot outdoor banner
Banner displayed on the gallery exterior for approximately one year
Participation in banner unveiling celebration (date TBD)
$250 prize
People’s Choice Award
Selected through combined in-gallery and online public voting
$50 prize
Honorable Mentions
Awarded at the jurors’ discretion
One artwork may receive multiple awards.
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The banner will feature the winning artwork along with the tagline “I fell in love with art at The Marshall Muse Gallery in Greensboro, North Carolina” and promoted as a selfie spot location for gallery visitors.
The Marshall Muse Gallery will produce, own, and retain the banner
Banner may be reused for future promotions or events
Artists retain full rights to their original artwork
Reproduction rights granted for banner production and gallery promotion only, with full artist credit
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All submitted artwork must be for sale
Artists set their own prices
A 30% gallery commission applies
All artwork will be clearly labeled with artist name and price
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This exhibition is interactive and community-driven.
Voting takes place:
In-gallery throughout February
Online via a curated digital gallery
Artists must submit one high-quality JPEG image for jury review, online display, and public voting. Votes from both platforms are combined to determine the People’s Choice Award.
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Be featured in a high-visibility, year-long outdoor mural installation
Gain exposure through gallery events and online voting
Participate in a joyful, community-centered exhibition
Join a signature annual tradition at The Marshall Muse Gallery
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Featured during:
Artists and artwork will be promoted online through: this website, email newsletters, and our social media accounts.
Submission Process
All entries must be submitted through the official online submission form on our Juried Art Show Submissions page, and include:
High-quality JPEG images. Professional, well-lit photographs are required, as images will represent the artwork online and during voting.
Artwork title
Medium
Artist name
Entry Fee
$25 submission fee; $5 for additional images
This is a juried exhibition; not all entries will be accepted
Submission fees are non-refundable