Exhibiting Artist members of The Art League may submit up to three works to digital entry shows; only one may be accepted. The entry fee is $5 per work. For most monthly juried shows, approximately 30% of submissions will be accepted.
If you have an All-Inclusive Exhibiting Artist Membership*, make sure you enter the call for each exhibit labeled "All-Inclusive."
If you are not an exhibiting member of The Art League but are interested in submitting work, visit our website for more information and how to join.
*Specialty Exhibits that are in addition to the regular monthly exhibit (Petite December, Tabletop, Etc.) require all artists to pay a flat entry fee.
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A Sip of Alexandria special exhibit
In partnership with Port City Brewery, The Art League is celebrating the city of Alexandria’s 275th anniversary with a special exhibit. The exhibit will be installed in Port City Brewery’s beautiful V.I.P. lounge and tap room. Artworks in this exhibit will highlight the unique charm of the historic city of Alexandria.
Artists may enter works made within the past five years that celebrate the city of Alexandria, whether they be realist or abstract.
Exhibit dates: June 5 - July 7, 2024
Juried by: Taylor Chauncey
Guidelines:
Artwork must not exceed 20lbs
Works on paper must be framed using plexiglass
Artist must be a current exhibiting artist member of The Art League gallery.
Artists are free to enter any current work made within 5 years that in some way depicts or highlights Alexandria.
All artworks must be for sale, gallery retains a 40% commission.
Works are chosen by the selected juror’s curatorial vision and aesthetic.
Digital Submission Deadline: June 1, 2024 by midnight. We expect to notify artists of the results two weeks after the deadline. Instructions for drop off of accepted artworks will be emailed to artists.
A Sip of Alexandria special exhibit
In partnership with Port City Brewery, The Art League is celebrating the city of Alexandria’s 275th anniversary with a special exhibit. The exhibit will be installed in Port City Brewery’s beautiful V.I.P. lounge and tap room. Artworks in this exhibit will highlight the unique charm of the historic city of Alexandria.
Artists may enter works made within the past five years that celebrate the city of Alexandria, whether they be realist or abstract.
Exhibit dates: June 5 - July 7, 2024
Juried by: Taylor Chauncey
Guidelines:
Artwork must not exceed 20lbs
Works on paper must be framed using plexiglass
Artist must be a current exhibiting artist member of The Art League gallery.
Artists are free to enter any current work made within 5 years that in some way depicts or highlights Alexandria.
All artworks must be for sale, gallery retains a 40% commission.
Works are chosen by the selected juror’s curatorial vision and aesthetic.
Digital Submission Deadline: June 1, 2024 by midnight. We expect to notify artists of the results two weeks after the deadline. Instructions for drop off of accepted artworks will be emailed to artists.
Tabletop 2024
Juried by: Naomi Clement
Exhibit Dates: August 7 - September 8, 2024
Open to both Art League exhibiting members and non-members. This exhibit will showcase the artistry of various functional wares associated with the table. Mediums that will be accepted include ceramic, metal, fiber, wood, and glass. All works must be functional. There is a 40 lbs weight restriction. For artists considering entering furniture, please contact staff at gallery@theartleague.org
Awards: Best in Show $1,000, Best in Class for ceramics $500, Best in Class for functional work $500
Digital Entry Deadline: July 1, 2024 Exhibit is juried by digital entry. Images must be in a JPG or PNG format, 300 dpi, and no smaller than 2100 pixels at the longest dimension. Accepted artwork must arrive to The Art League gallery (via UPS, FedEx, or in-person) by August 7, 2023. Instructions for drop off will be emailed to accepted artists.
Restrictions:
- All works must be functional.
- Any works must be safe for consumption if that is their intended function.
- If works are shipped to the gallery, a return label must be included with appropriate wrapping and a shipment waiver must be signed.
- Ceramic work may not be larger than 16” X 16” X 16” Other Functional Artwork must be no larger than 16” X 16” X 16” with exceptions made for fiber work (such as tablecloths or runners). Note: for artists who wish to enter furniture (such as tables or dining chairs), please contact the Gallery: gallery@theartleague.org or 703-683-1780 before submitting your online entry. All work must be for sale. No single work may exceed $6,000 in value. Artists will pay a 40% commission to the Gallery on all sales. Commissions will be paid after the close of the exhibit.
- Works are chosen by the selected juror based on her/his curatorial vision and aesthetic.
Delivery & Return:
- Works accepted for exhibition may be hand-delivered or shipped to The Art League. Exhibitors are responsible for the cost of transporting artworks to and from the exhibit.
- The artist is responsible for the shipping cost to and from the Gallery – shipping through UPS or FedEx only. All work must include a pre-paid return shipping label. Artists planning to ship must request a shipment waiver from the gallery.
- Use care when packing your artwork. Wrap carefully with bubble wrap or foam, place box with ceramic piece inside a second, larger box cushioned with protective materials such as foam “popcorn” or bubble wrap. Tape both boxes carefully on all sides. Work will be returned in the same containers.
Tabletop 2024
Juried by: Naomi Clement
Exhibit Dates: August 7 - September 8, 2024
Open to both Art League exhibiting members and non-members. This exhibit will showcase the artistry of various functional wares associated with the table. Mediums that will be accepted include ceramic, metal, fiber, wood, and glass. All works must be functional. There is a 40 lbs weight restriction. For artists considering entering furniture, please contact staff at gallery@theartleague.org
Awards: Best in Show $1,000, Best in Class for ceramics $500, Best in Class for functional work $500
Digital Entry Deadline: July 1, 2024 Exhibit is juried by digital entry. Images must be in a JPG or PNG format, 300 dpi, and no smaller than 2100 pixels at the longest dimension. Accepted artwork must arrive to The Art League gallery (via UPS, FedEx, or in-person) by August 7, 2023. Instructions for drop off will be emailed to accepted artists.
Restrictions:
- All works must be functional.
- Any works must be safe for consumption if that is their intended function.
- If works are shipped to the gallery, a return label must be included with appropriate wrapping and a shipment waiver must be signed.
- Ceramic work may not be larger than 16” X 16” X 16” Other Functional Artwork must be no larger than 16” X 16” X 16” with exceptions made for fiber work (such as tablecloths or runners). Note: for artists who wish to enter furniture (such as tables or dining chairs), please contact the Gallery: gallery@theartleague.org or 703-683-1780 before submitting your online entry. All work must be for sale. No single work may exceed $6,000 in value. Artists will pay a 40% commission to the Gallery on all sales. Commissions will be paid after the close of the exhibit.
- Works are chosen by the selected juror based on her/his curatorial vision and aesthetic.
Delivery & Return:
- Works accepted for exhibition may be hand-delivered or shipped to The Art League. Exhibitors are responsible for the cost of transporting artworks to and from the exhibit.
- The artist is responsible for the shipping cost to and from the Gallery – shipping through UPS or FedEx only. All work must include a pre-paid return shipping label. Artists planning to ship must request a shipment waiver from the gallery.
- Use care when packing your artwork. Wrap carefully with bubble wrap or foam, place box with ceramic piece inside a second, larger box cushioned with protective materials such as foam “popcorn” or bubble wrap. Tape both boxes carefully on all sides. Work will be returned in the same containers.
Tabletop 2024
Juried by: Naomi Clement
Exhibit Dates: August 7 - September 8, 2024
Open to both Art League exhibiting members and non-members. This exhibit will showcase the artistry of various functional wares associated with the table. Mediums that will be accepted include ceramic, metal, fiber, wood, and glass. All works must be functional. There is a 40 lbs weight restriction. For artists considering entering furniture, please contact staff at gallery@theartleague.org
Awards: Best in Show $1,000, Best in Class for ceramics $500, Best in Class for functional work $500
Digital Entry Deadline: July 1, 2024 Exhibit is juried by digital entry. Images must be in a JPG or PNG format, 300 dpi, and no smaller than 2100 pixels at the longest dimension. Accepted artwork must arrive to The Art League gallery (via UPS, FedEx, or in-person) by August 7, 2023. Instructions for drop off will be emailed to accepted artists.
Restrictions:
- All works must be functional.
- Any works must be safe for consumption if that is their intended function.
- If works are shipped to the gallery, a return label must be included with appropriate wrapping and a shipment waiver must be signed.
- Ceramic work may not be larger than 16” X 16” X 16” Other Functional Artwork must be no larger than 16” X 16” X 16” with exceptions made for fiber work (such as tablecloths or runners). Note: for artists who wish to enter furniture (such as tables or dining chairs), please contact the Gallery: gallery@theartleague.org or 703-683-1780 before submitting your online entry. All work must be for sale. No single work may exceed $6,000 in value. Artists will pay a 40% commission to the Gallery on all sales. Commissions will be paid after the close of the exhibit.
- Works are chosen by the selected juror based on her/his curatorial vision and aesthetic.
Delivery & Return:
- Works accepted for exhibition may be hand-delivered or shipped to The Art League. Exhibitors are responsible for the cost of transporting artworks to and from the exhibit.
- The artist is responsible for the shipping cost to and from the Gallery – shipping through UPS or FedEx only. All work must include a pre-paid return shipping label. Artists planning to ship must request a shipment waiver from the gallery.
- Use care when packing your artwork. Wrap carefully with bubble wrap or foam, place box with ceramic piece inside a second, larger box cushioned with protective materials such as foam “popcorn” or bubble wrap. Tape both boxes carefully on all sides. Work will be returned in the same containers.