Weathered & Fired: Barnstormers and Atmospheric Fired Ceramics
Submit up to 3 original artworks inspired by barns, farms, rural landscapes, and the passage of time in Frederick County, with high-resolution images for jury consideration.
Does this fit your work? 5 questions score every call to your medium, location and budget. Free.
Get matched →- Deadline
- 39 days left
- Entry fee
- $35
- Location
- Frederick, Maryland
- Exhibition window
- Oct 2, 2026 → Nov 1, 2026
- Applicants notified
- Sep 21, 2026
About
Overview
Artspiration Frederick invites artists and ceramicists to submit original work inspired by barns, farms, rural landscapes, and the passage of time in Frederick County. From plein air painting, weathered wood, and rusted metal to atmospheric fired ceramics that embrace the elements, we want to see your interpretations!
Key Dates
- Submission deadline: September 11, 2026 by 11:59 EST
- Juror notification: Week of September 21, 2026
- Drop-off dates: September 29-30, 2026, 10:00-4:00
- Shipped works must arrive by: September 29, 2026
- Exhibition: October 2 - November 1, 2026
- Artists reception: October 10, 2026, 3:00-5:00 PM
- Pick-up dates: November 2-3, 2026, 10:00-4:00
Eligibility
Open to visual artists 18 years and older residing in the continental US. Work must be original, exhibition-ready, and for sale. Plein air artists: work should feature farms and barns of Frederick County, MD. Ceramics: regional artists.
Media & Submission
All media accepted (2D, 3D, ceramics, sculpture, photography, mixed media, etc.). Submit 1-3 high-resolution images (300 dpi) for jury consideration. Up to 3 works may be selected.
Application Requirements
All entries must be completed online by September 11, 2026 through CaFÈ at callforentry.org (free account required). A nonrefundable $35 entry fee is required at time of application.
Artwork Specifications
All 2-dimensional works must be properly framed with securely attached wire for hanging (no sawtooth hangers). All accepted work must have a label securely attached to the back (2D) or base (3D) with: Artist Name / Title of Art / Price. Prices in your CaFE portfolio are final and cannot be changed after entry.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping is at the cost of the artist; return shipping label must be included. Shipped works must arrive by September 29, 2026. Use only boxes, crates, and bins with proper labels including artist contact information and piece name (no packing peanuts). Unsold shipped work will be shipped back using the artist's prepaid shipping label.
Contact
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 240-397-6248
- Entries per artist
- Up to 3
- Theme
- Original work inspired by barns, farms, rural landscapes, and the passage of time in Frederick County, including plein air painting, weathered wood, rusted metal, and atmospheric fired ceramics.
- Eligibility
- Open to visual artists 18 years and older residing in the continental US. Work must be original and exhibition-ready. All artwork must be for sale.
- Audience
- Visual artists 18 years and older residing in the continental US
- Contact
- [email protected]
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.