The Wilmington Art Association is a non-profit organization that provides opportunities for area visual artists to gain community recognition through shows and exhibitions. It offers a forum wherein artists, local craftsmen, and people interested in the visual arts can exchange ideas, learn from each other, and contribute to the community. It provides educational programs, demonstrations, and lectures, which will lead to better public understanding and appreciation of visual arts.
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PAINT BOATS WITH ME! with Suzanne MorrisWorking in an alla prima method, well known artist Suzanne Morris looks beyond the literal interpretation of a scene to capture the spirit of her subjects. Suzanne will present a three day workshop, September 27 - 29, designed to help artists create stronger marine themed paintings. |
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Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center
The 3rd Annual Artfall Juried Show & Sale - Sept. 21 - 24, 2017
Call for Artists
The Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center is seeking 2D artists for the 3rd Annual ARTfall Juried Art Show and Sale to be held September 21 – 24, 2017. ARTfall will be one of the events during American Craft Walk Wilmington (formerly the Art Walk) a celebration of visual and performing arts at various locations in downtown Wilmington culminating in the walk on September 23rd.The ARTfall Exhibition will be open to the public 10am - 5pm daily with an artists’ reception Saturday September 23rd, 2:00 – 4:00 pm featuring the award presentation at 3:00 pm. The deadline for applications and online registration is September 1, 2017.
Art in the Arboretum registration
Previous 2017 Events
Silver Arts2017 STATEWIDE ARTS COMPETITIONExhibition and Sale for Visual & Heritage Arts
The Exhibition and Sale for Visual & Heritage Arts for artists 50 years or older was held Friday, May 26 - Sunday, May 27, 2017 at the ArtWorks 200 Willard St., Wilmington, NC. Winners qualify for the State Finals held in Raleigh this fall. There were four categories in SilverArts: Visual Arts, Heritage Arts, Literary Arts and Performing Arts. The Wilmington Art Association is sponsoring the Visual Arts and the Heritage Arts categories. For complete show information - Silver Arts For list of awards - 2017 Awards |
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2017 Paintout WilmingtonThe Arts Council of Wilmington held their annual plein air Paint Out Wilmington in downtown Wilmington, NC, May 1-6, 2017. Picturesque backdrops abound in North Carolina’s “favorite” city, including the USS North Carolina, a 230+ block National Register Historic District, and a host of unique and contemporary scenes. Sponsored by the Arts Council in association with the Wilmington Art Association, Paint Out Wilmington 2017 featured adult and youth divisions. |
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The 35th Annual Juried Spring Art Show & SalesWilmington Art Association (WAA) held the 35th Annual Juried Spring Show and Sale April 7-9, 2017 in Wilmington, NC during the annual North Carolina Azalea Festival. The top award winners are listed below.
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Jay DeChesere's "Art on the Cape Fear" wins Poster Art ContestThe Wilmington Art Association and 35th Annual Juried Spring Art Show and Sale Committee are delighted to announce that Jay DeChesere's "Art on the Cape Fear" has won the Poster Art Contest. This beautiful artwork will be used for Show publicity and printed materials, and will be for sale at the Show in April. |
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2017 Spring Show Sponsors and Donors
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Golden Artist Colors, Inc. | Jessica Edwards and Associates | Hannah Block Historical USO |
| Carolina Printing of Wilmington | Ampersand Art | Deborah Albert | Anonymous |
| Kay Ballard | Betty Brown | Susan Buteau | Elaine Cooper |
| Joanne Geisel | Jim Heckethorn | Paul & Liz Hosier | Ronald & Diane McCord |
| Byran McIntyre | Joan McLoughlin | John and Pam McNeil | Geoffery & Georgia Newton |
| Lynn Olsen | Marty Relan | Mary Ann Rozear | Ritsuko Stilson |
| Al & Sheryl Swanson | John & Judy Talbert | Thomas & LeAnn Stoddard | Rob Veerman |
| Gayle Van Velsor | Peggy Vineyard & Jim Pruitt | Lois Watson | John & Bonnie Wendt |
| Tinga Nursey | Walter & Mary Whitehurst | RayMar Art | |
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