Local Opportunities

The Gateway Gallery — Call for Artists

Gateway Gallery artists’ cooperative has openings for two or three 3D artists. Current priorities are fiber arts, jewelry, metalwork and ceramics, but applications are welcome from 3D artists in any media whose work is distinctly different from what is already on display in the gallery. Only work by Gateway artist members is shown and sold in the gallery. Members pay monthly dues of $45, contribute 20% of their monthly sales toward gallery expenses, and staff the gallery by sitting at least two shifts each month. Located at the Hill High Marketplace on Route 7 just west of Round Hill, Gateway Gallery has become a destination venue for artists to show and sell their work to a large following of area residents and visitors to western Loudoun attractions.

Artists' Residencies at Loudoun Libraries

Loudoun Arts and Loudoun County Public Library are pleased to announce the resumption of their unique Artist-in-Residency Program. In our COLLAB atelier project, selected artists have enjoyed three month long rent-free residencies at Loudoun Libraries. COLLAB offers four residency periods each year. Artists are encouraged to plan interactions with collaborators and other users of the space during their three-month residency. Residencies are awarded based on the quality of the artists' proposals, with special consideration given to artists willing to collaborate with partners on at least one project during the residency. This program is not limited to visual artists. Performers, writers, musicians, and makers are also encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in cross-media collaborations. Artists are also encouraged to document and share their experiences during the residency. The library makerspaces are open to the public seven days a week and open until 9pm six nights per week. The spaces have work tables, tools, and access to 3-D printers display space, storage space, and other technologies. During the three-month residency, library staff will work with the artist to create an event, class, exhibit or presentation reflecting the artist's project. Resident artists will be allowed to display and sell artwork from the studio spaces. LCPL and the Loudoun Arts will promote resident artists' events through their website and other electronic media.

Teach Classes at Oatlands Historic House & Gardens

Our historic property is beautiful. Teach a plein air type class here or use our indoor Greenhouse meeting space for your class. Group rates are available.

  • Call or email for details and dates
  • Interested artists should call 703-727-0670 or email info@oatlands.org

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. 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.

2025 Western Loudoun Art and Studio Tour — Call for Artists

Visual artists can apply online for the 18th annual Western Loudoun Art and Studio Tour, to be held June 6, 7, and 8, 2025. Eligible Loudoun artists working in all visual media may apply to this juried event. Those selected will open their studios to the public for two or three full days, presenting their work to visitors from the metropolitan region. Last year’s tour brought more than a thousand visitors into more than 40 studios and arts centers, allowing artists to connect with a targeted audience, increasing their visibility and providing an opportunity to promote, share and sell their work. Professional and emerging visual artists whose studios in Western Loudoun County meet specified criteria may apply as Studio Artists. Visual artists who live and produce their artwork in Loudoun County but do not have a Western Loudoun studio suitable for visitors may apply as Guest Artists. Two- and three-dimensional work will be considered, including but not limited to painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, fiber art, wood, ceramics, glass, metalwork, sculpture, and jewelry.

  • The deadline for submission is 11:59 PM, January 31, 2025, with no exceptions.
  • The tour itself will be held be held June 6, 7, and 8, 2025.
  • Frequently asked questions and answers about participating on the tour can be found at www.wlast.org/artists/artist-faqs.htm. All applications must be submitted using CaFE, an online platform here: www.callforentry.org. Applicants will be notified of their jury status in mid-February, 2025.

General Opportunities

S3E9 of the Creative Contemplation Podcast — Rob Evans, Magic Realist Artist Elevating the Ordinary into the Extraordinary

Suzanne Lago Arthur, host and creator of the Creative Contemplation Podcast interviews famed Magic Realist Artist Rob Evans about his fantastic work and his amazing caree,r which includes hanging alongside many of his own artistic idols.