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The Graham Slaughter Biannual Photography Exhibition was founded in 2005 by former DCA Board President, Dr. Graham Slaughter, and continues today to bring together community members and artists from the DMV region. This is an open call exhibition with the theme of Unspoken. What emotions can only be expressed through the lens of the camera? How does the art of…

A multimedia, multi-themed, group exhibition, by the talented and diverse Salisbury University faculty. This exhibition is a living demonstration of research-driven practices in the visual arts. Although the exhibited artists work in many different media and modalities, from painting, sculpture and more, their artwork is a reflection of their dedication to helping students build cohesive bodies of work. In the…

The St. Michael’s Art League is one of the premier art organizations in Talbot County, serving artists and art lovers in the Mid-Shore and beyond. Beginning with a handful of members more than 30 Years ago, their current roster includes more than 100 members. The exhibition, Slice of Life, features a selection of multimedia artworks from their kaleidoscope of members that…

Closing Reception: Saturday, May 9th from 5-7pm @ DCA From Geometric Abstraction transitioning to Visual Symbolic Expression, using recognizable images, symbols and icons in creating a composition. Knight invites the viewer to decide the storyline. Painting in Transition exhibits a decade of painting exploration through dynamic color, clean lines and repetition. Jack Knight was born in Welland, Ontario, Canada and…

Opening Reception: Saturday, March 14, 5 - 7pm Through youth drawings, paintings, mixed media and sculptures, DCA’s Annual Young People’s Show celebrates imagination, experimentation and play. Artwork is exhibited by young artists in Elementary through High School, as well as private and home- schooled students throughout Dorchester County. Family friendly entertainment and an awards ceremony take place during the exhibition…

Opening Reception: Saturday, January 10, 5 - 7pm Young artists brainstorm and create a community mural painted on the interior walls of DCA. Imagery is inspired by themes of selflessness and what it means to serve one’s community, and each young artist paints from their perspective. The painting process is the exhibition, and experienced mural artists and educators guide the…

Opening Reception: Saturday, January 10, 5 - 7pm Expressions in Clay is a retrospective exhibition of pottery and sculpture that spans nearly a half-century, created by Eastern Shore Artist, Ernie Satchell. The body of work consists of three quarter life-size figurative sculptures and large-sized floor vases that are nearly sixty inches in height. Throughout Satchell’s career as an artist and…

Vanishing Landscapes is an open medium, group exhibition of artists working across painting, photography, sculpture, video, and more, who question the relationship between the environment and self. The selected works are both personal and universal responses to the disappearing natural places that we call home. Traditionally, a landscape is defined as a natural scenery with mountains, forests, rivers, etc. Exhibited…

The Fiber of Life is a solo exhibition featuring the original artwork of Francisco "Paco" Loza, alongside a group exhibition of fiber artists based in the greater DMV area.  The selected artists for the group exhibit are inspired by Loza's approach to storytelling via the medium of yarn or fiber art. Originally from Mexico, Paco Loza is now a beloved Baltimore-based artist and educator. A self-taught artist with over two decades of experience, Loza has exhibited his artwork and led interactive workshops…

Laura Era is a professional landscape and portrait artist, a teacher of painting for over 35 years and gallery owner. Tuesdays with Laura presents a selection of her original portraiture, alongside oil paintings and art works in pastel from her creative camaraderie of art students. Her spacious art studio at Solomon’s Cove is where her students gather to learn, create…

Second Saturday Receptions June 14 and July 12 from 5-7pm with live music and refreshments.  July features the awards presentation.   Members: please download info and registration form and submit to DCA by Friday May 23. Download here

Annual exhibition featuring work from talented students in the Dorchester County Elementary, Middle, and High Schools. The show is judged, with awards presented for first, second and third place in Elementary, Middle, and High School entries. Additionally, one Best in Show, Top Digital Work, Top Fine Art, and Top Interpretation will be selected from the winning entries. Second Saturday Reception…

Exhibition presented by guest curator Jon West-Bey Overview This exhibition explores Cuban history and culture through the lenses of three contemporary artists. By examining their diverse artistic practices and perspectives, I aim to offer a nuanced and engaging understanding of Cuba's rich heritage, ongoing social and political transformations, and the enduring spirit of its people. This exhibition will offer a…

Exhibition by Anna Harding and the Botanical Art League of the Eastern Shore BOTANICAL ART LEAGUE OF THE EASTERN SHORE MISSION STATEMENT Founded in 2021 the BALES is a thriving arts league that meets bi-monthly at Adkins Arboretum. Its intention is to promote botanical art by presenting speakers and educational opportunities to its members. It also seeks to educate the…

“A Sense of Place” at the Dorchester Center for the Arts features recent plein air works by the Plein Air Painters of the Chesapeake Bay (PAPCB). From boatyards to farmyards, and everywhere in between, this exhibit captures the essence of Maryland’s Eastern Shore -- this special region where the members live and paint. Since 2014, PAPCB has gathered weekly during…

Summer is gone, the temperatures are dropping and getting cooler with every day. The excitement is starting to mount as we prepare for the upcoming holidays. This very exciting exhibit will feature wall hangings, fabric bowls, paintings and drawings from artisans of all ages. This Mixed Media Exhibit has something for everyone. Second Saturday Reception November 9, 5:00-7:00 pm. Live…

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. This year, the Dorchester Center for the Arts displays an eye opening, multi artist exhibition entitled “Latin América Art Expo” from September 6…

Each year United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore presents the Lower Shore Addiction Awareness Visual Arts Competition. The competition is open to high school students in Dorchester, Somerset, Worcester, and Wicomico Counties.  The competition is an opportunity for students to explore the theme of substance use disorder awareness and recovery, exercise their creativity, and have their art displayed to…

Dorchester Center for the Arts is pleased to announce this year’s Community Photography & Digital Arts Exhibition and Competition. The event was founded in 2005 by former DCA Board President Dr. Graham Slaughter and continues today to bring dozens of community members together in a friendly competition to show and sell their photographic works. Judging is based on the following…

This yearly exhibit showcases the talents of current members and represents a variety of mediums. DCA appreciates the support that membership provides, and is honored to have this annual opportunity to shine the spotlight on member creativity. This must-see exhibition features hundreds works by dozens of different artists! The show runs from May 31-July 27. Entries are original works of…

This special exhibition is a tribute to the late Carole Gemeny Scott. Scott was a multi-media artist who mostly enjoyed painting flowers, landscapes, and still life in watercolor, but also displayed talent in pencil/charcoal and other mediums. She was a student of Barbara Zuehlke’s Intermediate Watercolor Class at the Dorchester Center for the Arts for many years, which was her…