Artists may submit up to two original works Oct. 12–24 for the November exhibition, which will offer $600 in awards.

OCEAN CITY, N.J. — The Ocean City Arts Center is inviting artists to submit original, two-dimensional artwork for its 2026 Annual Juried Art Show, coming to the center’s gallery in November.

New this year, the exhibition will feature a theme: “Rain.”

Eligible mediums include oils, acrylics, watercolor, pastels, drawing and printmaking. Works must have been created within the past three years and may be on canvas, paper, wood or metal.

The center will receive artwork Oct. 12–24, 2026. Artists may enter up to two pieces, with an entry fee of $18 per piece. The show will offer a total of $600 in awards, with details listed on the application.

Three judges, whose names have yet to be announced, will select the accepted pieces. Selected artwork will be displayed in the Arts Center’s gallery throughout November. A reception is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 13, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Artists should review all requirements and instructions on the application before submitting their work. Visit the Ocean City Arts Center’s website and look under “Exhibitions,” then “Call for Artists,” for the application and additional details.

Good luck, and remember: When creating, enjoy the process.

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