2026 Summer Regional Art Show

The Associated Artists of Southport Present the

2026 Summer Regional Art Show

June 22 – July 18, 2026

The annual Summer Regional Art Show will open on June 22 and continue until July 18

at Franklin Square Gallery.

The deadline for registration and payment of entry fees is June 10, 2026.

The application form will be submitted online and entry fees ($36 for members, $46 for non-members) must be paid by PayPal or with credit card.

The public is invited to attend the artists’ reception and awards ceremony on July 10th from 5:00-7:00pm, to meet the artists and enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and wine.

Franklin Square Gallery

130 E. West St., Southport 28461.

CALENDAR 2026

June 10 Registration deadline

June 19 Work accepted at Franklin Square Gallery 10 am – 2 pm

June 22 Show opens

July 10 Reception 5 – 7 p.m.

July 19 Check out of artwork 1 - 3 pm

AWARDS

2D 3D

First $300 First $300

Second $200 Second $200

Third $100 Third $100

Memorial Awards, Merit and Honorable Mention Awards are given at the judge’s discretion.

The decisions of the judges are final.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Please read carefully.

Eligibility

Any artist 18 years or older may enter two works, any combination of 2D (paintings, mixed media, drawings, or photography) or 3D (pottery, art glass or sculpture). Work must be original, entirely the work of a single artist, executed within the last 3 years, and not exhibited in any previous AAS Summer Show. No computer-generated or digitally altered imagery, no air brush, furniture, quilting, quilling, stained glass, floral arrangements, jewelry, or tole painted pieces will be accepted. The gallery cannot hang glass pieces, however, freestanding entries in glass are acceptable if they are in the 3D category. AAS reserves the right to refuse any work that is not properly presented, requires special installation,

or is deemed inappropriate by the AAS Media Committee.

All work must be for sale. On all sales AAS will retain a commission of 25% for members and 35% for nonmembers. The artist is committed to the sale price on the entry form. Entries must remain for the duration of the show (unless sold).

Artwork Specifications

All 2D artwork must be framed, wired, and

ready to hang.

2D artwork may not exceed 15 pounds.
No saw-tooth hangers are permitted.
Gallery wrapped canvas must be at least 1.25” deep and all edges must be painted.
The ends of wires used to hang paintings must be wrapped to prevent injury.

Rigid Plexiglas is required for 2D work over 30” in any direction.

Maximum framed size cannot exceed 50”.
3D artwork may not exceed 50 lbs.
Work needing special installation will not be accepted.

LIABILITY

Work is entered at the risk of the artist. Although the utmost care will be taken in handling the work, neither AAS nor its representatives will be responsible for damage or loss from any cause. Submitting a work of art shall imply an agreement on the part of the artist to the conditions set forth in this prospectus. I understand that AAS may photograph any art in the gallery for publicity purposes.

DELIVERY INFORMATION

Deliver entries to Franklin Square Gallery on Friday, June 19, 2026, between 10 am and 2 pm. The following identification labels should be completed and attached to the top left back corner of 2D artwork or to the bottom of 3D artwork before delivery to the gallery.

RECEPTION: A reception will be held Friday, July 10, 2026, from 5 to 7 pm, at

Franklin Square Gallery, 130 E. West St., Southport.

Entries must be picked up at the Gallery on Sunday, July 19, 1-3 pm.

Please read the Prospectus and instructions carefully.

If you have any questions, contact show chairman Kim Kirk at creativespirit@ec.rr.com or 910.264.8580 .

Prospectus

Registration

Meet Our Judges!

Sabine Baeckmann 2D

Sabine Baeckmann is a seasoned artist and designer with over 40 years experience in medical and scientific illustration, pharmaceutical advertising, design and marketing, as well as in teaching and training in the fine art and digital art fields. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Applied Arts degree from Pace University, NY in Medical/Scientific Illustration, with minors in Pre-med and Psychology, and some

Masters coursework in Art/Art Therapy at NYU.

Over the next 40+years, she worked as an illustrator and creative director on numerous medical and pharmaceutical marketing projects. She has illustrated surgical guides for medical prosthetics manufacturers, worked as a designer and advertising manager for a medical products manufacturer, and was an art director on numerous pharmaceutical product launches over the course of her career.

More information about Sabine on her website!

More Information on Sabine's Workshop: Painting the Big Sky: Painting Light, Sky and Sea

Denise Jordan 3D

Denise Jordan was born in Roanoke Rapids and later raised in Raleigh. She attended ECU where she earned her BFA in Ceramics with a minor in Art Education. She shared her studio and learned from Ben Owen III during and after college while working in Seagrove.

For the last 35 years Denise has been a part-time potter and pottery instructor while working days in medical sales and later, teaching school. In 2019 she returned to live in her family home in Roanoke Rapids and pursue her pottery as a full-time venture. Denise’s primary inspiration is the water, as she has lived by the lake, the ocean, and the Intracoastal over the years. With roots in traditional pottery making, her work has become more sculptural over the years. The evolution continues!

More information on Instagram - clay_goddess

More Information on Facebook - @Clay Goddess Studios

More Information on Denise's Workshop: Tabletop Water Fountains

Associated Artists of Southport Summer Regional Art Workshops

Associated Artists of Southport Workshop
Painting the Big Sky: Painting Light, Sky and Sea
June 19 & 20, 2026
10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Instructor: Sabine Baeckmann

Workshop Description

The sky is the most powerful—most overlooked—element in a landscape.
In this two day workshop, we’ll focus on creating compelling paintings where sky, light and atmosphere
take center stage. Working in oils or acrylics, students will learn how to simplify complex scenes and build
strong dynamic compositions grounded in value and structure.

Beginning with an a value- based block-in, we’ll establish depth and tonal relationships first, allowing color and detail to emerge with clarity and confidence.
Through demonstration and individualized instruction, participants will explore how to capture shifting
light, create a sense of movement in sky and water, and evoke mood

through subtle changes in value and temperature.

“Clouds are not background-they are the architecture of the sky.”

Participants will explore techniques for painting dramatic cloud formations, including how to build volume
and form through value shifts, soften and loose edges to create atmosphere, and use temperature and
color variation to suggest light moving through the sky. Students may work from provided reference
images or bring their own, encouraging personal interpretation while applying the techniques presented.
Substantial one-on-one instruction with be provided throughout both days.

Materials

A supply list and preparatory instructions will be provided in advance.
The cost of the workshop is $275 for AAS members and $325 for non members.

Please register below or you can mail/drop off your registration form to:

Nancy Young/ c/o Franklin Square Gallery.

For questions contact
Nancy Young at youngnancy6641@gmail.com

View/Print Registration

Materials List for Workshop