Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 2 September 2026
The Dellora A. Norris Cultural Arts Center in St. Charles, IL holds an annual watercolor exhibition displaying accepted works from February 20 through April 11, 2027. Submit up to three original watercolor paintings by January 16, 2027 for a $35 nonrefundable entry fee; only watercolor is accepted, no reproductions, mixed media, or acrylics.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. January 16, 2027
“January 16, 2027 (text states both 'Jan 17, 2027 · 7:59 AM' and 'January 16, 2027'; also mentions 'January 18, 2026' and 'Monday, January 16, 2026' in instructions—dates are internally inconsistent, but entry deadline stated as January 16, 2027)”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. $35 to apply
“$35.00 non-refundable entry fee”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
What you get.
“70% of sale price for sold work (Norris retains 30% commission); artist reception on March 8”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. Exhibition runs Feb 20 – Apr 11, 2027
Who can apply. Artists submitting original watercolor works only (no giclee, reproductions, mixed media, or acrylic).
How they choose. Juried
“Selected by unspecified jury; artists notified by end of January. Monetary and honorable mention awards presented at reception.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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