Paint It! Ellicott City 2026
Howard County Arts Council
Who can apply
All artists working en plein air, in a variety of media including oil, acrylic, pastel, or watercolor, aged 18 years and older, are eligible to apply.. Artists wishing to be considered must submit an application below with the following:. The decision of the juror is final. All accepted work must remain in the gallery for the duration of the exhibit. HoCo Arts reserves the right to photograph artwork and artists for publicity and educational purposes and to use images of submitted work for the same purposes. HoCo Arts reserves the right to reject work not suitably presented. All work must be original, no reproductions (including giclee, commercially printed, or computer-generated reproductions of paintings, drawings, etc.) Submission of an entry constitutes understanding and agreement with all conditions mentioned in the prospectus.
About this opportunity
About the Event & Exhibit Paint It! Ellicott City is an annual event that brings artists and spectators interested in the plein air tradition to Historic Ellicott City in early June. Juried artists set up their easels around the historic district, enjoying a summer weekend as they capture the picturesque mill town and all its charms. Juried artists will paint in the historic district of Ellicott City, Maryland for three days, creating original artwork that will be shown in a six-week exhibit at the Capitoline Center's Gallery I. Juried artists will also enjoy a welcome reception, an exhibit reception, and juror's awards. Application & Eligibility Requirements All artists working en plein air, in a variety of media including oil, acrylic, pastel, or watercolor, aged 18 years and older, are ...