CALL FOR ARTISTS

CALL FOR ARTISTS | Region 8x8: A Regional Small Works ShowNortheast Louisiana Arts CouncilDeadlineThursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM ESTScopeNE LouisianaTypeExhibitionDisciplineVisualAbout this opportunityThe call is OPEN for Region 8x8! 🎨The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council is once again filling our gallery walls with original 8" × 8" works from artists across the 12 parishes of Region 8 - from established and emerging artists to the next generation of regional creatives.And new this year: we’re opening the call to 8th-grade artists!12 parishes. One gallery. Hundreds of small works. We want to see yours.Who can applyArtistsEligible disciplinesVisualCalligraphy · Ceramics · Collage+22Application requirementsParticipation is FREE.All finished works must measure exactly 8" × 8", including any frame, mat or border, and must meet the exhibition's hanging and submission requirements. Works will be exhibited anonymously and offered for sale for $64 each, with 70% of each sale going directly to the artist.ARTWORK DROP-OFF | NOVEMBER 9–12, 2026All artwork must be hand-delivered to the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council at 118 Cotton Street in West Monroe during the November 9–12 drop-off window.Artists MUST contact the Arts Council in advance to schedule their individual drop-off day, and time based on staff availability.Before creating or submitting your work, please visit the Region 8x8 webpage and read the complete, updated 2026 submission guidelines. This year's requirements have changed, so returning artists should review them carefully.You'll also find the required Artwork Entry Form and Student Permission Form on the webpage.👉 READ THE GUIDELINES + DOWNLOAD YOUR FORMS:https://nelaarts.org/nela-arts-events/region8x8.htmlQuestions or ready to schedule your drop-off? Contact the Arts Council at [email protected] GraphicDownload49days remainingApply Now Free to applyCheck your eligibilitySign in to instantly see whether you meet the requirements for this opportunity — and others you're eligible for.WHO CAN ENTER? Artist 8th grade to adult. All artist must live within one of the 12 parishes in Region 8, as listed on the webpage.Adult artists may submit up to 3 original works.Student artists in grades 8–12 may submit 1 original work.Log in to check eligibilityOrganized byNortheast Louisiana Arts Council