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High Water Artist Application

HIGH WATER

The Great Flood of 1927: A Centennial Exhibition

Artist Submission Application

Thank you for your interest in HIGH WATER: The Great Flood of 1927 — A Centennial Exhibition, presented by the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council in connection with the Louisiana Trust for Historic Preservation's Great Flood Project.

This exhibition invites artists to explore themes of water, flooding, landscape, history, memory, resilience, and the Mississippi Delta.

The call is open to visual artists ages 18 and older residing in Louisiana or the broader Mississippi River region, including communities along the Mississippi River and its tributaries in Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, Missouri, Kentucky, and Illinois.

Artists may submit up to three original, completed works. There is no application fee.

Application Deadline: Friday, December 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM Central Time.

Please review the complete artist call and exhibition requirements before submitting your application.

Section 1. Artist Information
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Age Certification
Section 2. Artist Biography & Statement
Provide a brief biography describing your artistic background, creative practice, and relevant experience. This biography may be used in exhibition materials and publicity.
Explain how your submitted artwork relates to the exhibition's themes. You may discuss your inspiration, artistic approach, personal experiences, historical connections, or interpretations of water, flooding, memory, and the Mississippi Delta landscape. Only one statement is required, regardless of how many artworks you submit.
Section 3. Artwork Submissions
How many artworks are you submitting?

Please provide complete information for each artwork you are submitting. All artwork must be fully completed at the time of application. Works in progress and proposals will not be accepted. Enter accurate dimensions, including framing, bases, or other display components where applicable. For each artwork, upload one clear, high-quality image of the completed piece. One additional detail image may be included. Accepted image formats: JPG, JPEG, or PNG. Artwork may be listed for sale or designated as not for sale (NFS). The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council retains a 30% gallery commission on artwork sold through the exhibition.

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Section 4. Artwork Delivery & Exhibition Availability
Artwork Delivery Confirmation
If selected, how do you anticipate delivering your artwork?
Exhibition Availability
Section 5. Artist Certifications & Agreements
Original Artwork
Generative AI Policy
Artwork Selection
Gallery Commission
Artwork Handling & Liability
Delivery & Pickup
Promotional Image Permission
Exhibition Agreement
Section 6. Final Submission
Before You Submit

Please review your application to ensure that:

  • All contact information is accurate.
  • Your biography and exhibition statement are complete.
  • Each submitted artwork is fully completed and accurately described.
  • All required images are uploaded.
  • You have reviewed and acknowledged the exhibition requirements.

Submission Deadline: December 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM Central Time.

Selected artists will be notified Monday, December 14, 2026.

Questions? Contact abigail@nelaarts.org.

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