PirateFest is a large outdoor cultural celebration offering fun, food, art, and entertainment for everybody with more than 30,000 attendees annually. The Juried Fine Arts Area will showcase beautiful one-of-a-kind art available from more than 40 exhibiting artists including mediums of all types - pottery, jewelry, wood, painting, and more! Bring your doubloons! Purse of $1,000 available in juried fine arts awards.
Early Application Deadline: November 7, 2018Final Application Deadline: February 1, 2019
Festival Date: Saturday, April 13, 2019
Applications for food vendors, service vendors, non-profits, and Captain's Market can also be found at www.piratefestnc.com.
Questions about vending? Call 252.551.6947 or email at paula@pittcountyarts.org
Download PDF application here.
The Tiny Art Show
This exhibition is open to all artists, craftsman, community members, adult or child. Any media and subject matter is eligible. All pieces must not exceed 5”x5”x7” in any direction. Work must be available for the entire exhibit and must be for sale.
Drop Off Dates & Times: January 22 - 26, 2019
Exhibition Dates: February 1 - February, 21, 2019
Opening Reception: Friday, February 1, 2019, 5 until 8 p.m.
Click here to download application!
The Downeast
The Downeast is a National Juried Sculpture exhibition.
Entries Due (digital submission): Saturday, January 26, 2019
Indoor Exhibition Dates: March 1-28, 2019
Outdoor Exhibition Dates: March 2019 -
February 2020
Opening Reception: Friday, March 1, 5 until 8 p.m.
Join us for this FREE seminar brought to you by PCC’s Small Business Center and Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge !
Arts and business go hand in hand. Pitt Community College’s Small Business Center is proud to partner with Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge to bring local artists a series of free workshops about business in the world of art. Seminars will be held from 6 – 9 p.m. at Emerge Gallery & Art Center. Even though workshops are free, pre-registration is encouraged.
The website for registration is www.ncsbc.net. From here, click on "Contact Your Local SBC" and then choose Pitt County from the map. There will be a listing of all of the SBC classes including the workshops below that will be held at Emerge. Registration opens 30 days prior to the date of the class.
october 24, 2018 - Marketing for your artist business on and off social media
Every successful business person knows that marketing is essential to building a brand, getting new customers, and making a profit last. This applies to the Artist too!! Marketing is no longer the machine it used to be. Today, the marketing machine is bigger and more complex than ever. So when it comes to marketing, it’s imperative to consider more than purely traditional marketing as you are likely missing out results that digital marketing efforts can provide. We will help you choose a medium that is cost-effective for your business, define a strategy that gets the most reach (the best bang for your buck), and explore platforms that will give you tangible data. Cost: FREE Presenter: Melanie Diehl
Personal laptops are encouraged, but not required. Limited computers will be available.
november 28, 2018- Writing a business plan
Success in business begins with a plan. By committing your idea to paper, you face tough questions and identify strengths and weaknesses. Business plans are not just for financing purposes; they are working documents to guide your business. For new and established small business owners, this seminar will start you down the path of small business success. Cost: FREE Presenter: Jim Ensor
Personal laptops are encouraged, but not required. Limited computers will be available.
Seeking Art Instructors!
Emerge Gallery & Art Center is currently seeking art instructors to teach Spring Break Art Camp, Summer Camps, Birthday Parties, Group Art Activities, Private Lessons, Adult Weekly Classes, and more! We are seeking instructors to teach painting, film, photography, textiles, metal design, pottery, hand building, printmaking, mixed media, and other mediums. Strong professional and interpersonal skills are required. Must have a strong arts background and education. This is a contract labor position and instructors are hired as opportunities arise. To apply, please e-mail cover letter and resume to paula@pittcountyarts.org.
Youth arts festival
The SCHWA SHOW
The Schwa Show is a national juried competition recognizing excellence in fine arts and crafts.
Entries Due: September 2019
ELIGIBILITY
This exhibition is open to artists in any media and subject matter.Artists must be age 18 or up. All work must have been completed in the past 3 years and never previously exhibited at Emerge. All pieces must fit through a standard sized door. Work must be available for entire exhibition. Video entries are accepted, but
special equipment must be provided. Work must be “ready to hang” or will not be eligible.
ENTRIES & FEES
Each artist may submit up to 5 entries. The entry fee is $15 for
three entries and $5 for each additional entry with a limit of five
entries. All work must be labeled with title and artist at time
of delivery, if accepted.
DEADLINES
Entries must be submitted online by Sep. 8, 2018. You can submit your registration and pay online at www.pittcountyarts under Artists>Artist Opportunities>Schwa Show. Accepted work must be delivered by Sat., Sep. 29 between 10am-12 noon.
PICK UP OF ACCEPTED WORK
Accepted work must be picked up by Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018 between
10am-1pm, or must have a prepaid mailing label for return shipping.
Work left after pick-up date will become property of Emerge Gallery,
unless other arrangements are made.
AWARDS
There will be three cash awards:
1st Place - $500
2nd Place - $250
3rd Place - $100
Exhibition Dates: October 5 - 26, 2018
Click Here to Submit your Entries!
Opening Reception: Friday, October 5, 5 until 8 p.m.
HOliday artist market
The Holiday Artist Market is Emerge Gallery’s annual holiday sale featuring handmade fine arts and crafts. The gallery is set up in a booth style with each booth featuring one artist or business. The sale will kick off with a ticketed preview night on Friday, November 30th, and the show will remain up through December 22nd.
Application Deadline: 2019
Ticketed Preview Event: 2019
Exhibition Dates: December 2019
Artwalk Reception: December 2019
HOliday Mug & CHILI BOWL sale
Sell your mugs and/or bowls during the holiday seasons!Sell your mugs and/or bowls during the holiday seasons!Selected artist will have mugs and bowls featured and sold during the month of December and at our Holiday Chili Bowl & Mug sale booth during our 2019 Holiday Fundraiser - Jingle Art Jam!
Application Deadline: October, 2019
Mug Sale Dates: 2019
