This application period is now closed!

Submission Deadline:
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 by 11:59 PM (or earlier if 30 pieces are accepted before the deadline).

Gallery Reception:
First Friday, July 4, 2025 from 5 - 8 PM

Show Duration:
Month of July, 2025

Show Location:
St. Mary’s County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop
22660 Washington St., Leonardtown, MD 20650

Artwork Guidelines:

  • The subject interpretation is up to the artist and should include concepts of animals known to be present in St. Mary’s County.

  • Residents of all ages from St. Mary’s, Calvert, and Charles Counties may apply.

  • One entry per person.

  • A 30% commission will be directed to the Arts Council for any sales. Checks for sales will be mailed by October 15th, following the end of this year’s third quarter.

  • As this show is a fundraiser, we are asking that all pieces be available for sale.

  • Work may not exceed 24 inches in any direction.

  • Wall art must be framed with a sawtooth or wire hanger. Canvas pieces do not have to be framed but need either a sawtooth or wire hanger.

  • Non-wall art pieces (i.e. sculpture, jewelry, etc.) must come with their own stand and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  • The work will be up for the whole month of July unless purchased, at which time the customer will take their item(s).

  • All work must be family-friendly.

  • If accepted, you will receive an email with a link to make an appointment to deliver your art piece.

  • Accepted work must be delivered by appointment between June 7th and 21st during regular office hours.

  • All artwork must be picked up within 30 days after the end of the show.

  • Questions? Email the Gallery Manager at gallery@smcart.org.

Join us for the Opening Reception on First Friday, July 4th at St. Mary’s County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop. A portion of all sales will be donated to the Animal Rescue and Outreach Organization (AROO) in benefit of the St. Mary’s County Animal Adoption & Resource Center located in California, Maryland. This show runs for the month of July, 2025.