The Art League of Ocean City promotes local artists through exhibits at the OC Center for the Arts and offsite satellite galleries, gift shop and vendor events, social media, eblasts, monthly newsletters mailed to membership, and online artists directory featuring members of the Art League. The Art League works with local news media outlets to highlight artists in press releases, newspaper articles, tv interviews, radio spots, newspaper ads, and more.
Member Benefits for Artists:
- Members-only exhibitions
- Discounts for exhibit entry
- Online artists directory
- Apply to sell artwork in the Felber Gift Shop
Click here to join or renew your membership.
Each month one of the galleries at the Ocean City Center for the Arts features artwork by local and regional artists, many of whom are members of the Art League of Ocean City. This provides an opportunity for artists of all levels and mediums to show their work in a professional gallery. Cash prizes and ribbons are awarded by qualified judges and artists may choose to sell their works. The Art League of Ocean City is committed to featuring a broad spectrum of artists from diverse backgrounds (including race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion) and encourage all to participate.
Please click here for the Exhibit Entry Form. You’re encouraged to fill out your entry form ahead of time but blank copies will be available as needed.
Current/Upcoming Calls for Entry:
Click here for a printable 2024 Group Show Schedule.
Click here for Group Show Exhibit Requirements.
Deadline Sept 29-30: “The Red Thread” (Oct 2024)
“The Red Thread” holds significance in many cultures. Chinese, Latino, Judaism, Christianity and Hindu all share the same basic theme – Connectivity. Some see its representation as fate or destiny, others as a talisman against evil or negative energy. Wearing it is believed to attract positive energy, prosperity and good fortune. It’s also worn as a reminder to stay connected to one’s spiritual path, connection and unity. This exhibit is an opportunity to share our own interpretation of this “Red Thread” that flows through us and intertwines with others to weave the scarlet tapestry of our lives. Each piece must have that touch of red as a symbol of unity and solidarity within the arts community. Please include a brief artist note (1-3 sentences) about your artwork’s connection to the theme.
Artists may submit up to two pieces, 32×40″ max outside frame dimensions. All media, 2D & 3D.
Entry dates: Sept 29-30, by appointment. Please click here to reserve your timeslot.
Exhibit dates: Oct 4-26, 2024.
Awards: Prizes awarded for first place: $175, second place: $125, third place: $100, and 3 honorable mentions. All award winners will be invited to participate in our year-end “Best of 2024” exhibit (Dec 2024). With exhibit judge: Deborah Rolig.
Fee: $10 per piece for members, $20 per piece for non-members. Entry fees are non-refundable. Click here to join or renew!
Deadline Oct 14: “Shared Visions” (January 2025)
Have you ever thought your artwork could inspire a story? Is your artwork intriguing, poetic, or layered with meaning? Every January, the Art League creates an exhibition that explores both the visual and literary arts. And the next collaboration begins with the visual. The Art League will curate a selection of artwork and then writers will choose a piece as inspiration for their poetry or short prose. All media is eligible, 2D & 3D. Due to limited space, artwork will be juried in. Visual and literary works will be on display together for the month of January, 2025.
Entry deadline: Monday Oct 14. Please click here to enter.
Drop off of selected artwork: December 29-30, by appointment.
Exhibit dates: January 3-February 1, 2025
Fee: no fee to participate, but artists must be an Art League member. Click here to join or renew!
Deadline October 18: “Holiday Artisan Fair” (Dec 6-7)
Showcase your work just in time for the holidays! Featuring handcrafted jewelry, glass, ceramics, sculpture, fiber arts and local authors/illustrators. The fair takes place during December’s First Friday Opening Reception and the following day, with book signings scheduled Saturday.
Entry deadline: Friday October 18. Please click here to enter.
Event dates: December 6 (5-7pm) and December 7 (11-4pm).
Fee: no fee to participate, but artists must be an Art League member. Click here to join or renew!
Deadline Oct 27-28: “The Art of Gratitude” (Nov 2024)
Create artwork to express thanks – including abstract interpretations, capturing a moment of beauty, or a meaningful object, etc. Please include a brief artist note (1-2 sentences) describing what you’re thankful for, as explored in your artwork. 32×40″ max outside frame dimensions. All media, 2D & 3D.
Entry dates: Oct 27-28, by appointment.
Exhibit dates: Nov 1-30, 2024.
Awards: Prizes awarded for first place: $175, second place: $125, third place: $100, and 3 honorable mentions. All award winners will be invited to participate in our year-end “Best of 2024” exhibit (Dec 2024).
Fee: $10 per piece for members, $20 per piece for non-members. Entry fees are non-refundable. Click here to join or renew!
Deadline Nov 4: “Annual Member Juried Show” (Dec 2024)
Annual exhibition highlighting members of the Art League. Artists may enter up to two pieces of original artwork for consideration: all media, 2D and 3D, artist’s choice of theme. Maximum outside frame dimensions may not exceed 36×48″.
Entry dates: October 7-November 4.
Drop-off of selected artwork: December 1-2, by appointment.
Exhibit dates: December 6-28, 2024.
Awards: Prizes awarded for first place: $175, second place: $125, third place: $100, and 3 honorable mentions.
Fee: $10 per piece for members, $20 per piece for non-members. Entry fees are non-refundable. Click here to join or renew!
Deadline Dec 1-2: “Small Works” (Dec 2024)
Enter your small, priced-to-sell works of art for display and sale in Studio E, perfect for the gift-giving season! Open to all media; hanging work only. Maximum outside frame dimensions may not exceed 12″ in either direction and artwork must be wired across the back. Artists may submit up to 2 pieces.
Entry dates: December 1-2, by appointment.
Exhibit dates: December 6-28, 2024.
Half Price Entry Fee: $5 per piece for members, $10 per piece for non-members. Entry fees are non-refundable. Click here to join or renew!
Ideas for upcoming group show themes? Share your input here.
Appointment Links:
Thank you for helping us stay organized! Make your appointment to pickup from a current show or drop-off for an upcoming exhibit by clicking the link(s) below.
Sept 29-30: Pick-up from September’s exhibits and drop-off for “The Red Thread” group show.
Because art appreciation is highly subjective, the Art League of Ocean City makes every effort to select qualified judges from a variety of art professionals, working artists and gallery owners. All judges are expected to recognize quality works based on the artists’ understanding of the principles and elements of design and the ability to use their chosen media.
Group Shows:
For upcoming shows and drop-off/pick-up dates see the2024 Group Show Schedule.
Click here for the Exhibit Entry Form.
Click here for the Exhibit Requirements.
Exhibit Applications:
Submit a proposal for a solo show to hang in the main gallery. Please click here to submit online.
Rent Studio E for the month as “artist in residence”. Please click here to apply online.
Apply for a “mini show” in the Spotlight Gallery, located in the first floor classroom. Please click here to apply online.
Apply to be the featured artisan for the month in the gift shop area. Please click here to apply online.
Submit a proposal the new Staircase Gallery. Please click here to submit online.
Apply for a year-long space in Studios A-D as a resident studio artist. Please click here to apply online.
Gift Shop:
Art League members may put work for sale in our retail area. Each artist is allowed to submit up to 4 pieces for sale. Items will be displayed on a “space available” basis. Items should be clearly marked with price and artist’s name. Inventory forms will be supplied to record items for sale. Acceptable mediums include: paintings (shrink-wrapped original and giclee prints), matted photography, pottery, jewelry, glass, fiber arts, wood, and metal. All items for sale must be hand made entirely by the artist. No manufactured items are allowed. Items accepted for sale are subject to approval and a 30% commission will be retained by the ALOC on all sales. For more information, contact Kacie Neeb at kacie@artleagueofoceancity.org or call 410-524-9433.
New Artists: please click here to submit an application to sell your artwork in the Gift Shop.
Returning Artists: please click here for our revised Gift Shop requirements.
Artwork must be picked up/ dropped off by appointment – please click here to reserve your timeslot.