Artists without Limits 2023 Art Exhibit

Featuring Anne Arundel County Artists with Disabilities

Artists of all ages with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues and The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County invite County Residents with Disabilities to submit entries to The Artists without Limits 2022 Art Exhibit

ENTRY RULES

Entering into to the Artists WIthout limits Art Exhibit please not that you voluntarily authorize the Anne Arundel County, Maryland to use your name and photographic and video images of me for public purposes without notice, or payment of any royalty, fee or other compensation of any character to the artist for the use of the Image(s) or my name. The artist understands that such images are intended to publicize and give recognition to the Artists Without Limits program; and my authorization shall extend to any lawful purpose, including, but not necessarily limited to, public relations and promotional activities. This authorization is binding on myself, my heirs, assigns, personal representatives, administrators, and next of kin. The artis hereby grant to Anne Arundel County, Maryland the absolute right and permission to publish and/or display, edit, duplicate and/or use the Images and my name in any media, specifically including the electronic media, throughout the world. I specifically waive any right of inspection or approval with respect to the use of the Images and my name, or any copy used in connection therewith. The artist also warrants that they are the original photographer/artist and owner of the photographs and/or art work that is being entered in the Artists Without Limits 2023 program.

Artists without Limits 2023 Art Exhibit 

Featuring Anne Arundel County Artists with Disabilities

July 26th through August 18th 

William Busch Annapolis Library 

1410 West Street 

Annapolis, MD 21401

& 

August 21st through September 18th 

Arundel Center 

44 Calvert Street 

Annapolis, MD 21401

Submission Deadline: 

Friday, May 26, 2023

Artists of all ages and disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues and The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County invite County Residents with Disabilities to submit entries to The Artists without Limits 2023 Art Exhibit: 

Eligibility Requirements

1. To enter, artists must be residents of Anne Arundel County and have a disability.

2. Artists may enter up to (3) original, two-dimensional pieces of art, photography, or other 2D art medium. 

3. Artists may use the medium of their choice. 

4. Artwork size should not exceed 24” x 24”.

5. All artwork selected for the exhibit must be presented in a manner appropriate to the artwork and delivered in framed, wired, and ready-to-hang format.

6. Selected works will be on display at the William Busch Annapolis Library located at 1410 West Street Annapolis, MD 21401 from July 26th through August 18th & the Arundel Center located at 44 Calvert Street Annapolis, MD 21401 from August 21st through September 18th 

7. Artists may not withdraw any work before the end of the exhibit.

8. The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues and The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County may use images of accepted works for promotional purposes, including invitations, press releases, websites, social media, or future prospectus. We will include artist attribution wherever possible.

9. The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues and The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County may use images of artists and other Opening Night Reception attendees for promotional purposes, including invitations, press releases, websites, social media, or future prospectus. 

Judging

The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County will jury the exhibit and select the artists and pieces for the show.

Entry Procedures

1. Submissions will go through Art Council Submittable Portal Link Here 

2. Up to 3 original works may be entered. 

3. Please submit only one image per piece entered. 

4. Please label all JPEG files, CDs, and photographs with the artist’s last name, followed by a period, then the first name and entry number (for example, Doe. John 01. Jpg)

5. Please test your files to make sure they are readable.

6. CDs and photographs are non-returnable. 

7. All entries must be submitted by June 26th to allow enough time for judging.

8. We will notify artists of selection decisions around June 12, 2023.

9. Artists are requested to deliver accepted artworks in framed, wired, and ready-to-hang format by Tuesday, July 11, 2023 to be included in the program. Appointments must be made to drop off artwork by contacting Vickie Martin at 410-222-4383.

Opening Night Reception

An Opening Night Reception will be held at the William Busch Library located at 1410 West Street Annapolis, MD 21401 on July 26 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. All selected artists will be honored at this reception and will receive a signed Executive Citation from the County Executive. 

The exhibit will run from July 26th through September 18th This exhibit is free and open to the public.

Artwork Donations

All exhibiting artists will have the option to donate their artwork at the conclusion of the exhibit to The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues for display in a county office building or at one of the Commission’s partner organizations. (Please refer to the Official Entry Form and Release for details.)

Additional Information For more information, please contact The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues at 410-222-4383 or e-mail agmart11@aacounty.org.

The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County’s Mini Grant program is designed to support innovative, well-defined arts-related projects that are directed to a new or broader audience, preferably within underserved communities. Grants are awarded to eligible organizations and programs on a dollar-to-dollar (1:1) matching basis and may not exceed $2,500. In an effort to engage more local residents in cultural and artistic activities, new partnerships with other arts or community organizations are encouraged. ACAAC is available to provide assistance with outreach and marketing to potential partners and audiences within Anne Arundel County. Organizations may not apply for more than one Mini Grant per fiscal year.

The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County has adopted new goals directed towards increasing the diversity of artists and arts organizations supported by its grant programs. This includes prioritizing artistic activities that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice, and are accessible to all. Mini Grant applications for projects that reflect these goals, including partnerships among grantees for these purposes, are definitely encouraged.  

To view the full program guidelines, click here.

If you need assistance with a technical issue on the Submittable platform, go to: https://www.submittable.com/help/submitter/. If you need any other assistance, please contact Grants Manager Susan Baum at susan.baum@acaac.org

Program Overview

The Arts Angels Scholarship was established to open doors for children, youth, and teens, who have the passion, but not the means, to develop their artistic talent. Students who are eligible for these scholarships will be identified directly through arts organizations, which will apply for scholarships on their behalf.  Scholarships will be offered for camps and programs in visual art, drama, music, dance and filmmaking at locations throughout Anne Arundel County.

To review Arts Angels Scholarship guidlines click HERE