Multi-Faceted : Mixed Media & Connected Identities

Statement from the Curator
Multi-Faceted is a show designed to uplift and represent artists from marginalized communities in a fantastic marriage of mixed-media. The goal of this exhibition is not only to showcase a diversity of experience but also a diversity of artistic expression/application itself. I hope artists consider the following questions:
Why does your work push against preconceived notions?
Why fight against these binaries that are forced upon you as an artist or as a person?
What stories are dire for you to express?
Your art should talk about personal experiences or identities that you want to express and share with the public. Talk about the beauty of being a person from this community or talk about the nuances of these intersectional identities.
Far too long we as people have been told to compartmentalize ourselves into narrow categories of works and fields. If we ever strayed from the path of typical artistic practice we would be reprimanded. This show is an example of creative ingenuity and freedom. We want the artists to feel free to express themselves authentically and genuinely. Truly shine through your work for this show. Prove to the naysayers that you are truly a diamond, multi-faceted and brilliant.
- Daniel Ramirez-Lamos

Daniel Ramirez-Lamos is an artist based in NC and is currently embarking on teaching higher education at the University of North Carolina at A&T. Daniel identifies as a queer Latine person and a Fayetteville local, proud to represent and uplift individuals from his community.

About the The Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County
The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County connects our communities, embraces diversity, promotes individual creativity, advances economic development, and fosters lifelong learning through the arts.

The Arts Council reserves the right to retain 30% commission on any artwork sold in its gallery.

Artworks selected for showing may be photographed for marketing materials. Artists will be properly credited in all printed and digital materials.

Complete shipping instructions will be sent with the acceptance notification to the hanging exhibit. Artists are responsible for shipping costs both to and from (including insurance during transit) by providing a prepaid shipping label for return shipping.  The Arts Council will cover any insurance and liability while the artwork is hanging in the gallery.  All artwork must arrive no later than September 10, 2025. Works will be shipped in their original packaging no later than November 17, 2025.  Artworks must be shipped in sturdy, reusable containers with appropriate packing material. More specific shipping instructions with acceptance letters will be provided. Shipping address: Arts Council of Fayetteville, Attn: Exhibits, 301 Hay St, Fayetteville, NC 28301.

Awards
First Place (Gold Award of Excellence):  $500 
Second place (Silver):  $300
Third place (Bronze):  $200
Honorable Mention: $100

Important Dates
Deadline for Applications-August 25, 2025
Notification of Acceptance - August 27, 2025
Shipping Window - September 3-September 10 (we strongly encourage shipping that arrives during Monday-Thursday business hours)
Public Exhibition - September 22, 2025 - November 9, 2025
Opening Reception - September 26, 2025, 6-9pm

2D and 3D artworks that employ at least two media will be accepted. Multi-media techniques must be listed on application materials. Artworks that are colorful and high-contrast visually and narratively are especially encouraged. Complete applications will include high-quality photos of work as well as the title, media, dimensions, year, price/value, and short artist description as the work relates to curator questions (above). Artists may only submit up to 3 works for judging.

The Arts Council Gallery utilizes a walker hanging system to display artwork in the gallery.  All 2D artwork should have a wire backing. All artwork must be able to fit through a standard size door frame. Questions or concerns can be directed to the exhibit curator at: sarahb@theartscouncil.com

Eligibility & Entry Fees:

Accepted submissions must be multi-media. We especially invite artists who use multi-media to explore their own blended culture by representing their identify within two or more cultural backgrounds. Artists may submit up to three works. 2D and 3D works are eligible. Work must not have been shown in our gallery previously. There is a $15 entry fee for all applicants.