Submission Deadline:
Friday, April 10, 2026 by 11:59 PM.

Gallery Reception:
First Friday, May 1, 2026 from 5 - 8 PM.

Show Duration:
Month of May, 2026.

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 butteflies and/or botanics.

  • 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 July 15th, following the end of this year’s third quarter.

  • Note “NFS” (Not For Sale) in the Price box if your item is not available for purchase.

  • Work may not exceed 30 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 May 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 April 15th and 25th 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.

Enter your submission for our Raining Cats & Dogs Community Art Show!

Join us for the Opening Reception on First Friday, June 5, 2026 from 5 - 8 PM at St. Mary’s County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop!

This art show is also a fundraiser for Feral Cat Rescue of Southern Maryland! A portion of all sales of artwork from this show will be donated to help the kitties!

Deadline to submit: Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Delivery dates: May 13 - 23, 2026 (by appointment following approval of submission)

Gallery address: 22660 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD 20650

Questions? Email: gallery@smcart.org or call (240)309-4061 Wednesday - Saturday from 11 AM - 4 PM.