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Exhibits

    AWC exhibits are temporary public displays of watercolor artwork created by AWC members, often organized around a theme. These exhibitions provide opportunities for the public to view, discuss, and purchase original artwork, and are held at venues throughout Anne Arundel County, Maryland. AWC Entry guidelines are provided here; however, all submissions are subject to the schedules and requirements of the exhibiting venues under contract, which take precedence over AWC exhibit rules. This page is updated regularly with calls for entries and exhibition information. Exhibit details may also be found on the Calendar page.


Upcoming exhibits

  • Exhibit at Main & Market

    • Mon, September 07, 2026
    • Fri, October 30, 2026
    • 914 Bay Ridge Road, Annapolis, MD 21403
    • 0

       Exhibit at Main & Market, Annapolis   

    Exhibit Dates:  September 7 - October 30, 2026

    Address:  914 Bay Ridge Road, Annapolis, MD 21403

    Main & Market is a small restaurant and bakery in Eastport.  They feature work by local artists for sale on their walls in the dining area, with a frequently changing selection.

    There will be a reception in September, at a date to be determined.

    The cafe hours are

    Mon - Thurs 8am - 8:30pm

    Friday 8am - 9pm

    Saturday 8am - 9pm

    Sunday 8am - 8pm

    The cafe website is https://mainandmarket.com/cafe/


    Information for exhibitors:                                  


    Registration (AWC members only) Deadline for entries August 31 or when the maximum number of registrations has been reached. 

    NOTE:  Registration has closed; the limit has been reached.

    Entry fee for artists: $15.00 for one painting; $20.00 for two paintings.

    Entry Limit of 2 entries per artist; there is room for approx. 18 paintings, depending on size.

    Labeling:  Information on the back of each painting should include Title, Medium, Price, Artist, and Artist Contact Info (phone and/or email).  

     Sales:  There is no commission.  Sales will be between the buyer and the artist, so be sure to include up-to-date contact information.


    Receiving: September 7, after 6 PM     

    Pick-up: October 30

    Please note:  You will be asked to acknowledge that you have read and accept the AWC Waiver and Honor Statement when you register.  You can download a PDF of the waiver here:  AWC Exhibit Standards updated 5JUN2025


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  • Ginger Cove Exhibition 2026

    • Sat, November 07, 2026
    • 10:00 AM
    • Fri, January 08, 2027
    • 9:00 AM
    • 4000 River Crescent Dr, Annapolis, MD 21401
    • 9
    Register

    Annual Exhibit at Ginger Cove

    Theme:  No theme, just bring your best work!

    Exhibition Dates:  November 7, 2026 - January 8, 2027
    Entry Deadline:  Saturday, October 31, 2026  or when we reach our limit of paintings

    Entry fee:  $15 for one painting and $20 for two paintings

    Receiving:  Saturday, November 7, 9 am - 10 am
    Pick-up:  Friday, January 8, 9 am - 10 am

    It’s time to prepare for our annual exhibit at Ginger Cove. It’s always a pleasure to exhibit at this lovely community where the residents enjoy our paintings in their gallery.  This show is open to all AWC members. The only requirement is that they must be framed original watercolor paintings. Our subject matter can be anything you desire, as long as the work hasn’t been previously exhibited at Ginger Cove.  Just bring your best work!

    We will accept two paintings per artist.  Please attach a label to the back of each piece with the title of the painting, medium, price, and your name and contact information.

    There is no commission. Sales arrangements are between the buyer and the artist.

    There is no reception.  However, you are welcome to come in at any time with some of your friends, to share the exhibit with them. 

    Note: No painting can be more than 22" x 28". Anything larger cannot be accommodated.

    AWC Standards applying to this exhibit:           

    • Artwork Dimensions:  Maximum frame size  22" x 28" -  including frame
    • Accepted Artwork: Accepted Artwork: All work must be totally original, created by the artist.  
    • Media: Works must be water media paintings (i.e., watercolor, gouache, and ink [note:  acrylics not allowed]) on natural or synthetic paper or paperboard; paper canvas, fabric (e.g., cotton or linen) canvas, Aquaboard, Clayboard or Gessoboard. Collage elements are permitted, but must be primarily original water media work.
      • Permitted: Artwork resulting from guidance, photos, drawings or paintings used in workshop or classes must have proper credit given to the source to be specified after the “title” on the identification label and on the application form, i.e.: “photo from John Doe workshop”, or “from guidance in Jane Doe’s Class”.
    • Frame:  Framed with mat and glass/Plexiglas: Plexiglas™ must be used for paintings larger than a half sheet or 330 square inches. Glazing (glass or Plexiglas™) must be clean, without noticeable scratches.
      ii. If a mat is used, it must be plain white, cream or light gray with an optional colored liner. Mats must be clean.
      iii. If a mat is not used under glazing, spacers are required to prevent the glazing from touching the painting surface.
      iv. For paintings framed without mat or glass/Plexiglas or on Cradled (e.g. Aquabord, Claybord) or Gallery Wrapped paintings without a frame: A waterproof coating or protective sealant is required. Paintings must be mounted on a rigid substrate
      v. All painting edges must be finished with no staples or other hardware visible.
      vi. All Presentation types (framing, cradled, gallery wrapped, or mounted work) must be professional in appearance without visible damage and must be wired and ready to hang; no saw-tooth hangers are allowed.
    •  Identification:  Artwork must be identified with the Artist’s name, title of painting, Artist’s contact information (phone number and email) and price. If not for sale, include (NFS) or Price on Request (POR). This information should be placed on the back of the artwork.



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  • Gateway Gallery at BWI Airport

    • Tue, December 01, 2026
    • Tue, March 16, 2027

    BWI Gateway Gallery Exhibit by

    The Annapolis Watercolor Club

    in coordination with

    The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County

    December 1, 2026 - March 16, 2027

    The Annapolis Watercolor Club is excited to announce our upcoming exhibit at the BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport Gateway Gallery, located on the Departures Level near Door 10, pre-security. Presented in coordination with the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County, this exhibit offers AWC artists an exciting opportunity to showcase their work to the thousands of travelers and visitors who pass through BWI. 

    AWC members in good standing are invited to exhibit.  Click below for registration information.  Registration deadline:  October 9, 2026

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Address:

P.O. Box 6030

Annapolis, MD  21401

The Annapolis Watercolor Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.  

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