April
First Friday Opening Reception
Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits by a variety of local and regional artists. FREE. All are welcome.
Featuring:
Thaler Gallery: For the Love of Pastels: MD Pastel Society
Sisson Galleria: Corporate Partner Juried Art Show
Studio E: Pat Lang & Steven Sirota
Schwab Spotlight Gallery: Brad Hudson, Elvin Hernandez, Collin Byrd
Felber Artisan Showcase: Mallory Vara
Offsite Galleries:
Princess Royale: Jim Halvorsen
Coffee Beanery: Carly Whittington
Welcome Spring - Kids Craft Day
Welcome spring with a day full of creativity, exploration, and hands-on fun at the Art League of Ocean City! Designed for kids ages 6–13, this engaging craft day invites young artists to connect with nature while learning exciting new techniques.
Throughout the day, participants will experiment with cyanotype art, try their hand at plein air painting, and create beautiful natural pieces using pressed flowers, ferns, and grasses. It’s the perfect blend of art and the outdoors, encouraging creativity, curiosity, and self-expression in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Join us on Monday, April 6 from 10 AM–3 PM for a memorable day of art-making—just bring your lunch and get ready to create!
Registration through the OC Recreation & Parks. Click Here to Register!
Free Artist Talk with Katie Cassidy
Artist Talk with Katie Cassidy
Tues. April 7, 5-7pm
Free & Open to All!
Join us for an engaging Artist Talk with Katie Cassidy, juror for the Art League of Ocean City’s April Juried Corporate Partner Show and featured artist in the Main Gallery exhibition with the Maryland Pastel Society.
Katie will also discuss her upcoming pastel workshops at the Art League, offering artists a chance to further develop their skills through hands-on instruction.
Advanced registration is preferred – Click Here to register!
Upcoming Workshops Include:
Pastel Workshop – Still Life with Flowers
Friday and Saturday, April 17 – 18
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
$150 members/$180 non-members
Click here to register
Pastel Workshop: Sharpening Skills
Tuesday and Wednesday, April 28 and 29
10:00 – 4:00
$185 members/$222 future members
Click here to register
Women's Leadership Round Table Discussion
Pull up a seat at the table and be part of an open, inspiring conversation with women leaders from our community. This round table discussion is all about sharing experiences, building connections, and supporting the Women’s Art League Leadership Collective. Light refreshments included. Free & open to all.
PANELISTS:
Tamara Mills – Coordinator of Fine Arts, Worcester County Public Schools
Stephanie Fowler – Writer, Author, Storyteller
Erica Joseph – Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore
Abby Custis – Artist, Entrepreneur
Amy Thompson – President/CEO, Ocean City Chamber of Commerce
Jan Perdue – Philanthropist
Mary Ann Wengeman – Author, Leader in Government Setting
Night at the Colosseum
Night at the Colosseum
Help Us Crown the Champion of the Arts
Step into an evening of ancient revelry and modern creativity at Night at the Colosseum, a fundraiser hosted by the Art League of Ocean City. Join us for an unforgettable night celebrating our Gladiators for the Arts as we crown the Champion of the Arts and raise vital funds to support arts programming in our community.
Inspired by the grandeur of ancient Rome, this event will bring together friends of the arts for an evening filled with entertainment, friendly competition, and delicious Mediterranean flavors.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, April 18
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Residence Inn by Marriott (300 Seabay Lane Ocean City)
What to Expect
- Live Entertainment throughout the evening
- Silent Auction featuring unique experiences, artwork, and local treasures
- Olympic-style follies and playful competitions celebrating our Gladiators for the Arts
- Mediterranean Mezze included with admission
- Cash Bar
- Open Seating
Dress the Part
Togas and tunics are encouraged for those who want to fully embrace the theme — but feel free to come as you are!
Support the Arts
Proceeds from this event help the Art League of Ocean City continue providing arts education, exhibitions, and community programming that serve thousands of residents and visitors each year.
Tickets
$75 per person
Join us for a night of celebration, community, and creativity as we crown the Champion of the Arts!
Street Painting Festival at Springfest
Thurs. April 23 – Sun. April 26, 10am-6pm
Free
Join us at Springfest in the Inlet Lot for OC’s first ever Street Painting Festival, featuring incredible chalk art created by our talented artists! Selected artists will compete for cash prizes while showcasing their work to thousands of Springfest visitors. While you’re there, be sure to stop by the Art League tent for fun “make and take” art activities.
May
First Friday Opening Reception
Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits by a variety of local and regional artists. FREE. All are welcome.
Featuring:
Thaler Gallery: Salt Water Taffy
Sisson Galleria: Flora & Fauna Juried Photography Show
Studio E: Joanne Guilfoil & Lynn Yockelson – Celebrating the Year of the Horse
Schwab Spotlight Gallery: Jimena DeChant
Felber Artisan Showcase: Maureen Chandler
Offsite Galleries:
Princess Royale: Jim Halvorsen
Coffee Beanery: Carly Whittington
June
First Friday Opening Reception
Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits by a variety of local and regional artists. Beverages provided by PKS Investments. FREE. All are welcome.
Featuring:
Thaler Gallery: What Gathers – Matthew Meinhardt
Sisson Galleria: Ride, Glide, Cast: A Coastal State of Mind
Studio E: Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore
Schwab Spotlight Gallery: Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore
Felber Artisan Showcase: Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore
Offsite Galleries:
Princess Royale: Jim Halvorsen
Coffee Beanery: Carly Whittington
Summer Kids Camp - Theater
Art League Summer Kids Camp – Theater Summer Camp
Inspired by The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
June 29 – July 2, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members
Join the Art League of Ocean City for a fun and creative Theater Summer Camp led by instructor Kathryn Redden. Inspired by the beloved classic The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, campers will explore the fundamentals of theater while working toward a final performance at the end of the week.
Participants will build skills in stage presence, dialogue, collaboration, script analysis, and improvisation through hands-on activities and group work. Each day includes theater instruction in the morning, lunch and recess midday, and continued theater exploration in the afternoon.
The week concludes with a live performance on Thursday afternoon, giving campers the chance to showcase what they’ve learned for family and friends.
Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2858
Instructor: Kathryn E. Redden
Kathryn Redden is the Artistic Director of the Lower Shore Performing Arts Company and has extensive experience as a director, actor, producer, and educator. She is the founder of a long-running summer theater academy and holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Salisbury University. Kathryn is also a visual artist and former Art League exhibitor, bringing both performance and visual arts experience into her teaching.
Summer Kids Camp - Visual Arts
Art League of Ocean City Summer Kids Camp – Visual Arts
Inspired by The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
June 29 – July 2, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members
Join the Art League of Ocean City for a Visual Arts Summer Camp led by instructor Amy Bounds, inspired by the magical world of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. This week focuses on creating imaginative 2D and 3D artwork with a woodland creatures theme, using a variety of mediums to achieve a mystical, storybook feel.
Campers will explore mixed media techniques, participate in daily plein air painting sessions to create an entry for Kids Paint OC, and collaborate with the Theater Camp by helping design sets and props for the final performance.
Each day includes guided art instruction, lunch and recess from 12:00–1:00 PM, and continued creative exploration in the afternoon. The week concludes with a student art show on Thursday, followed by attending the Theater Camp’s performance.
Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2860
August
Summer Kids Camp - Theater
Art League of Ocean City Kids Summer Camp – Theater
Lost Treasure in Egypt (Original Production by Kathryn Redden)
August 3 – August 6, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members
Join the Art League of Ocean City for an adventurous Theater Summer Camp led by instructor Kathryn Redden. Campers will learn core theater skills while preparing for an original production, Lost Treasure in Egypt, which follows an archaeologist and her team as they uncover ancient artifacts and the magical surprises surrounding them.
Participants will build confidence and creativity through hands-on theater training, including stage presence, dialogue, collaboration, script analysis, and improvisation. Each day includes theater instruction in the morning, lunch and recess from 12:00–1:00 PM, and continued skill-building in the afternoon.
The week culminates in a live performance on Thursday afternoon, allowing campers to showcase their hard work for family and friends.
Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2859
Instructor: Kathryn E. Redden
Kathryn Redden is the Artistic Director of the Lower Shore Performing Arts Company and brings extensive experience as a director, actor, producer, and educator. She founded a long-running summer theater academy and holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Salisbury University. Kathryn is also a practicing visual artist and former Art League exhibitor, blending performance and visual storytelling in her teaching.
Summer Kids Camp - Visual Arts
Art League of Ocean City Kids Summer Camp – Visual Arts
Ancient Egypt
August 3 – August 6, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members
Travel back in time at the Art League of Ocean City’s Visual Arts Summer Camp with instructor Barbara Miller. Inspired by the art and culture of Ancient Egypt, campers will create imaginative 2D and 3D artworks while exploring symbols, structures, and stories from this fascinating era.
Campers will work in a variety of mediums, collaborate with the Theater Camp by helping design sets and props, and participate in daily plein air painting sessions to create an entry for Kids Paint OC. Each day includes guided art instruction, lunch and recess from 12:00–1:00 PM, and continued creative exploration in the afternoon.
The week concludes on Thursday with a student art show, followed by attending the Theater Camp’s production where campers’ artwork will be featured.
Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2861
Artists Paint OC Festival
Save the date for our 21st Artists Paint OC August 12th-16th, 2026!
Experience the beauty of Ocean City through plein air painting during Artists Paint OC, a five-day celebration of art, creativity, and coastal inspiration. Artists will paint throughout Ocean City and the surrounding area, capturing everything from beaches and bays to maritime scenes and local life.
2026 Registration
This limited competition is open to just 50 artists (18+), so early registration is encouraged. Participants will display and sell their work at our Wet Paint Sale, with the opportunity to win over $6,000 in awards, including a $2,500 First Place prize and the $1,000 Spirit of OC Award, along with several specialty awards celebrating light, maritime scenes, nocturnes, and more.
Artists are also invited to participate in the Quick Paint Competition on August 16, where painters create works against the clock in downtown Ocean City before returning to the Arts Center for judging and a public art sale.
The event will be juried by acclaimed painter Kevin Fitzgerald, whose work has been exhibited and collected internationally.
Registration is filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
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$50 – Art League Members
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$65 – Non-Members
Registration includes participation in the Artists Paint OC event and the Quick Paint Competition.