Queen City Art and International House invite immigrant and refugee artists living in the Charlotte region to apply for The Journey, an exhibition exploring the experiences, stories, and perspectives of those who have made the United States their home.
This project focuses on the use of visual arts to illustrate the harrowing, complicated, and hope-filled journeys our immigrant and refugee neighbors take to come to the United States. Through painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, fiber art, mixed media, and other visual art forms, artists are encouraged to share personal stories of migration, identity, belonging, cultural heritage, resilience, adaptation, and community.
IMPORTANT DATES
SEPTEMBER 1 - 30, 2026: Exhibit is open to the public
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026, 5 PM - 8 PM: The Journey Public Reception
TBD: WACC Reception
SEPTEMBER 19, 2026: Share Your Voice event (more information TBA)
Twenty-five immigrant artists were invited to submit a piece of art that represents their journey to the United States, allowing the community to experience their story and take a walk in their shoes.
This project focuses on the use of visual arts to illustrate the harrowing, complicated, and hope-filled journeys our immigrant and refugee neighbors take to come to the United States.
We are hosting an in-person and online voting again this year! The winning artist will have their artwork featured in International House’s Annual Report for 2026 and will receive a $500 prize provided by International House.
Our past winners were Angela Lubinecky, Aguinaldo Santos, Anuja Jain, Maryna Solohub, and Faseeha Hassan.
Meet the 2026 Artists
Please click on each indvidiual artist to learn more about their journey and how to find their socials.
