Each January, the Art League of Ocean City pairs artists and writers to create an exhibition that explores both the visual and literary arts. This year, artists will choose a poem or short prose piece written by one of the writers to use as inspiration for their artwork. All media is eligible, 2D & 3D. Due to limited space, artists will be juried in. Please submit the application below (with artwork representative of your work) to be considered.
Writings will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Visual and literary works will be on display together for the month of January 2026. There is no fee to participate, but artists must be an Art League member.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Deadline to apply: Friday, November 14, 2025
*artists will be notified of acceptance by email by Monday, November 17, 2025
Selection of writings: mid-November
Artwork Drop-off (by appointment): December 28-29, 2025
Exhibit Dates: January 2-31, 2026
Opening Reception: First Friday January 2, 5-7pm
Artwork Pick-up (by appointment): Sunday February 1, 2026
ELIGIBILITY: Artist must be 18 years or older. Once juried in, artists will select a piece of writing to use as inspiration. Artists will submit one piece of original artwork for display and sale. All hanging artwork must be securely framed and properly wired for hanging. The maximum outside frame dimensions may not exceed 32"x40".