This February, the Arts Council invites artists of all backgrounds to share work that comes straight from the heart. "My Heart's in it" is an open-call exhibition celebrating passion, personal connection, and creative expression in all forms. Join us and show us the art that truly means something to you. This is an open show for artists in the Southern Maryland region (Calvert, St. Mary's, and Charles counties).

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DESCRIPTION: The Arts Council of Calvert County is excited to share our February exhibition, "My Heart's in it!" This show embraces a wide range of styles, themes, and mediums, highlighting the many way artists pour their hearts into their work. The show will be displayed at the CalvART Gallery and run from February 3rd - 28th with a closing reception on Saturday, February 21st from 4pm - 6pm. This is an open show for artists of all ages in the Southern Maryland region. All mediums are welcome.

 

ELIGIBILITY: Artists from Calvert, St. Mary’s or Charles counties.

 

SCHEDULE: Applications accepted: January 10th, 2025 - January 27th, 2026.

 

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE & CONFIRMATION: The ACCC Gallery Administrator, Dale Godwin, will send out acceptance emails no later than January 27th.

 

DELIVERY of artwork: Accepted artwork should be delivered to CalvART Gallery, located at 110 Solomons Island Rd N, Prince Frederick, MD, upon date of acceptance up until January 31st, during regular gallery hours (Tuesday - Saturday, 11am-4pm).

 

SHOW DATE: February 3rd through February 28th, 2026.

 

PICK UP: Artwork may be picked up after March 4th, 2026, at CalvART Gallery.

 

Each participant may submit a maximum of 3 pieces of work for the show. It should be ready to be hung with wire and finished backing. Work that is unusual in hanging requirements needs to be discussed prior to submission to determine if/how it can be placed. Three-dimensional work should include details provided whether it would require a pedestal for display. We do accept larger pieces which can be placed on the floor for display but please provide specific dimensions so we can accommodate the work or make a substitute piece available if we do not have adequate display space. There is an entry fee of $5.00 per artwork, payable by check, cash or credit card at delivery of artwork. A 30% commission will be taken from all works sold. Sales will be processed through the Arts Council.