Wilmington Art Association's 44th Annual Juried Spring Show & Sale

The Official Art Show and Sale of the North Carolina Azalea Festival, organized by the Wilmington Art Association, is a long-standing tradition of the Azalea Festival. Over 100 North Carolina and National artists will present paintings and 3D art creations! This is a FREE event! Contact springshow@wilmingtonart.org with any questions.

Call for Art

44th Annual Wilmington Art Association Spring Show & Sale Poster Contest

Be the Artist behind the Image of the Show!

Once again, members are invited to submit artwork for the 44th Annual Wilmington Art Association Spring Show and Sale Poster Contest — one of the Cape Fear region’s most celebrated annual exhibitions! The selected artwork will become the signature image for this year’s event, representing the show across all marketing and promotional materials.

Why Enter?

The selected artist will receive:

• Feature Recognition – Your artwork will become the official image of the 2026 Spring Show & Sale.
• Extensive Exposure – Reproduced on posters, advertising, and promotional materials for print and digital distribution.
• Exhibition Opportunity – You’ll have the chance to display and sell the winning piece alongside the poster at the Show.
• Professional Prints – Complimentary reprints of your poster for your portfolio and personal promotion.
• Flexibility – Vertical or horizontal formats are both welcome!

Important Dates:

Poster Contest November 1 through December 1, 2025

Learn More & Apply

To apply email your image to Bradley Carter at BradleyCarterWAA@gmail.com Please title the email 2026 Spring Show Poster Contest

Let your art represent the spirit of Wilmington’s longest-running juried art show — submit your work and be part of the tradition!