CALL FOR ART
You are cordially invited to join the
Your Creative Connection
Celebration of Sapphire


To commemorate our 5th Seaside Sessions retreat in 2026, we are hosting an International Call for Mail Art.

The sapphire birthstone honors those born in September, though it was historically a birthstone for April (bonus points to anyone who can guess why we thought this was notable!). The stone is also a fifth, forty fifth, and sixty fifth anniversary gem (no bonus points available here!). In the same way each facet of a precious gemstone reflects different hues of brilliance, our mail art will feature the myriad shades of blue. We welcome creative explorers from all over the world to participate in this International Mail Art Call. All ages and skill levels are encouraged to join us on this adventure! For more information about who we are and what we do, visit our blog or enjoy a ramble around our website.

  • Rules:
    Create a postcard sized piece (15x10 cm or 4”x6”) on the theme “Celebration of Sapphire” and mail it! Note: no loose or dimensional elements-postcards must be flat to ensure safe delivery.
    No jury. No fees. No return of the postcards. One entry per artist.

  • Postage: post it like you would a regular postcard, no envelopes, please. Ensure that you use the correct postage to reach the United States.

  • Deadline: Entries must be postmarked by December 31, 2025.

  • Labeling: Please include your name, postal address, and email address on the back of the postcard. If your work has a title, please include that as well.

  • Exhibition: Your mail art will be featured on the Your Creative Connection blog, and on our Facebook pages: Your Creative Connection and Your Creative Connection Virtual Circle.

Please send your postcard to:
Your Creative Connection
Celebration of Sapphire
428 King Road
Fayetteville, NC 28306