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Waterway Art Association

35th Annual Spring Art Show and Sale


April 20-25, 2026

Sunset River Gallery

10283 Beach Drive, SW

Calabash, NC 28467


Opening Reception And Awards 

Monday, April 20: 5-7pm

Register:

 by April 11,2026



Waterway Art Association Art Show Prospectus

April 20-25, 2026- 11:00am- 5:00pm Daily

 Cash Prizes First, Second, and Third Place Award, Brunswick Art Council Award, People’s Choice Award, Merit Awards, Honorable Mention Awards, 

Art Drop Off and Pick-up

Register: By April 11, 2026

Drop-offs: April 18, 2026

Eligibility

Artists 18 years old and older may enter two 2-D original works ONLY (oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, graphite, pen & ink, or mixed media) completed within the last 2 years and not previously displayed in WAA Shows. 

3-D Art will not be accepted.

Photographs, crafts, airbrush works, computer generated images and works executed in a class or workshop are not eligible.


Specifications

Maximum size cannot exceed 40” in either width or height.

Art works must have quality framing or gallery wrap, a depth of 1 1/4 “or greater and sides painted.

Plexiglas (no glass) must be used on all work on paper of 30” including frame.

Entries must be ready for hanging with wire.  (See hanging diagram for information)

Wires must not be frayed, ends wrapped in tape, and must support the weight of the painting.

No saw tooth hangers are allowed.

Works must be professionally presented and deemed appropriate by WAA

3-D Art will not be accepted.

Photographs, crafts, airbrush works, computer generated images and works executed in a class or workshop are not eligible.

 Informational Print-Out

Become a Volunteer

We need your help to make this show the best it can be.   

We are seeking volunteers for the following:

  • Artwork check in and check out
  • Hang and take down artwork
  • Welcome Table and assist attendees with transactions
  • Award Reception Refreshments  

In the next section below, Find the link and fill out the form if you would like to volunteer! 

Become a Sponsor

This annual event draws over 500 guests each year, features over 60 local artists, and over 125 pieces of art.  This is a judged show with cash prizes.  The awards are made possible through the generous support of many local sponsors, such as yourself.  By being a sponsor your company will be seen as supporter of fine art by local artists.


Our mission is to encourage artistic awareness and the enjoyment of fine arts and to stimulate growth both on individual and community levels. We fulfill our mission with art exhibits and shows, workshops, demonstrations, indoor and outdoor painting sessions, as well as trips to regional art venues. By providing channels for networking and communication, our members experience a creative environment for learning, sharing and building friendships. Your financial sponsorship of our Art Show will help us further our mission.  Waterway Art Association is a 501 (c) 3 organization.

 Sponsor Informational Print-Out

Choose Your Sponsor Level


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Thank you to our community sponsors!

Thank you to our Art enthusiasts!

Thank you, waa partners!

North Carolina Arts Council

North Carolina Arts Council

North Carolina Arts Council

Brunswick Arts Council

North Carolina Arts Council

North Carolina Arts Council

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