Every line tells a story. Join the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council for the opening reception of Parish Lines, the inaugural Region 8 Juried Competition and Exhibition - a powerful regional showcase exploring place, identity, memory, and connection through the work of Northeast Louisiana artists. Juried by Louisiana artist and educator Chris King, Parish Lines features sixteen artists from across our twelve-parish region whose work reflects the landscapes, histories, communities, and emotional ties that shape Northeast Louisiana. -Thursday, June 4, 2026 -5:00–9:00 PM -The Gallery | 118 Cotton Street | Downtown West Monroe Held in conjunction with the Downtown Gallery Crawl. -Juror’s Talk + Awards Announcement -6:30 PM During the evening, juror Chris King will discuss his curatorial process, themes that emerged throughout the exhibition, and announce selections for: * Best of Show * Juror’s Choice * Honorable Mention(s) Participating artists include: Amanda Norris Dr. Bette J. Kauffman Brooke Cassady Cathy Lowery Clifford Tresner Daniel Myers Garrett Carlson Gray Risinger Jaki Wilkinson Lindsey Carraway Melanie Douthit Pat Howard Shykeria Smith Admission is free and open to the public. Come experience this visual conversation about Northeast Louisiana - the places that shape us, the stories that connect us, and the creative voices that define our region.