Local Opportunities
Gallery One Seeks Solo or Group Show Proposals
The Arts Advisory Committee (AAC), on behalf of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, seeks proposals for solo or group exhibitions at Gallery One. Gallery One is located on the first floor of the Loudoun County Government Center in Downtown Leesburg. Artists must reside in Loudoun County to exhibit. There is no fee to apply or exhibit at Gallery One. All 2D and 3D media will be considered with no set theme for exhibitions. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- Apply at onboard.loudoun.gov/board/3496
Commission on Public Art Seeks Artwork for “Leesburg: A Town with Heart” Initiative
"Leesburg: A Town with Heart" will showcase large fiberglass heart-shaped sculptures installed throughout the Town. Artists from across the Washington, DC, metro region are invited to submit proposals for the design of these vibrant pieces. Selected artists will transform each heart into a one-of-a-kind, visually striking work of art, creating a dynamic public art experience for residents and visitors alike.
- The submission deadline is Friday, October 3, 2025
- Artists must be able to complete their piece by January 31, 2026
- For full submission guidelines and additional details, visit www.leesburgva.gov/publicartnews
Artist-in-Residence Program at Loudoun County Public Library — A Collaborative Project with the Loudoun Arts Council
The Loudoun Arts Council and Loudoun County Public Library are pleased to announce a collaborative three-month residency that offers artists a free, supportive environment to create work and develop their practice while engaging with library patrons to foster art appreciation, inspiration, and dialogue. This artist-focused opportunity showcases local talent and library resources while enhancing the artistic and cultural life of our community.
- Complete details are available at loudounarts.org/programs/COLLAB-residencies. Interested artists may also email info@loudounarts.org for more information or apply online at bit.ly/47jHnAx.
"Barns & Farms" — Open Call for Art
Franklin Park Performing & Visual Arts Center invites artists in all mediums to submit works of art that capture the rural landscape of Loudoun’s agricultural history. While the artwork does not have to depict a Loudoun farm, we encourage you to find inspiration in the farms and barns in our community. Real or imagined places in 2D and 3D mediums accepted. Artwork using or created with AI must be noted on the entry form. Entry fee is $20/artist for up to 3 pieces of artwork.
- Artwork drop-off dates: October 6 & 7 from 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Exhibit dates: October 9 - November 16, 2025
- Artist may complete an online entry form here: www.franklinparkartscenter.org/event/call-for-entry-barns-farms/ or complete an entry form when dropping off artwork.
Call to Artists: GASP: Great Art, Small Prices Exhibit
AiM is accepting applications for it's GASP: Great Art, Small Prices Exhibit
- Applications are due Wednesday, November 5th
- The exibit runs from November 22 - January 4, 2026
- Apply online at www.theartistsinmiddleburg.org/exhibition-schedule-2025
Calling All Visual, Performing, or Literary Arts Organizations Based or Operating in Loudoun County
Loudoun County Government invites local arts organizations to join an exhibition promoting arts awareness in the County. Celebrate your successes and efforts to enhance creativity in Loudoun! Organizations supporting performing, literary, visual arts, or arts education can participate. Submit 2D or 3D materials representing your organization, reflecting your vision, and promoting your work. Include creative pieces or documentation showcasing your activities, along with contact information, social media, and a brief description of your organization. A reception at the Government Center will celebrate the exhibition. We look forward to your submissions.
- Submission Deadline is November 14, 2025
- Exhibition will run from December 5, 2025 - January 30, 2026. There is a pending reception to celebrate all participants tentatively scheduled for the evening of January 15, 2026.
- Learn more and apply here: www.loudoun.gov/6207/110021/Get-to-Know-the-Arts-in-Loudoun?activeLiveTab=widgets