About Artists in Action
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center is pleased to announce the return of Artists in Action! In April and May, Annmarie’s Main Gallery will be transformed into temporary artist studios, providing a serene retreat and workspace for artists to create. The 30-acre park, patios, and pavilions will also host plein air painters and outdoor installation artists.
2026 Schedule of Participating Artists
APRIL1-4 (After Hours Reception 4/3 5-7 pm: Makers Market 4/4 9 am-2 pm: Closed easter Sunday)
- Janice Horoschak Epoxy Jewelry Nottingham, MD
- Carrie Lee Fiber Lusby, MD
- Margo Bauman Paper Mechanicsville, MD
- Tiffany Kildale Painting Lusby, MD
- Ashley Scherer Painting Piney Point, MD
APRIL 6-12
- Rodney Elliot Painting Baltimore, MD
- Annette Kramer Polymer Jewelry Yellow Spring, WV
- Lonnie Harkins Wood Lusby, MD
- Janice Horoschak Epoxy Jewelry Nottingham, MD
APRIL 13-20
- Jackie Clark Painting Annapolis, MD
- Suzanne Shelden Painting Prince Frederick, MD
- Elaine Strong Painting Huntingtown, MD
- Claudia Intner Painting Annapolis, MD
- Mary Turpin Fabric Laurel, MD
OUTDOOR
- Lindsay Mercer Fabric Burnsville, NC
APRIL 21-26
- Margaret Panebianco Collage Beltsville, MD
- Sieva Smith Painting California, MD
- Rachel Clites Painting Chesapeake Beach, MD
- Harvey Williams Photography North Beach, MD
APRIL 27-30 (Short Week due to Private Rental)
- Senem Ozedogan Fabric Sculpture Brooklyn, NY
OUTDOOR
- Jessica McKinney-Land Painting Pikesville,MD
MAY 4-10 (Mothers Day Market 5/9 9am-2pm)
- Linda Craven Painting Port Republic, MD
- Carolyn Huff Wood Carving California, MD
- Louise Wigglesworth Painting Solomons, MD
- Kathie Halfin Fabric Sculpture Brooklyn, NY
- Sanzi Kermes Paper Baltimore, MD
MAY 11-14 (Short Week due to Private Weekend Rental)
- Haley Holden Jewelry Rockville, MD
- Brenda Foehrkolb Screens Chestertown, MD
- Mimi Little Painting Port Republic, MD
OUTDOOR
- Julie Gross Painting Fairfield, PA
MAY 18-25 (Bad Art Night 5/22, 5-8pm: Closing at 4pm for Memorial Day)
- Elaine Weiner-Reed Painting Severn, MD
- Marie Diaw Painting National Harbor, MD
- Pamela Callen Painting Lusby, MD
- Katie Brinkley Painting Prince Frederick, MD
- Felicia Reed Fiber Upper Marlboro, MD
OUTDOOR
- Maria Barga Watercolor Hughesville, MD
- Laurie Grothaus + Rosie Eck Baltimore, MD
Questions? t. 410-326-4640 or exhibits@annmariegarden.org
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17th Annual Fairies in the Garden Outdoor Exhibit
April 3 - September 7, 2026
*Special note about the display of the houses: it takes our garden gnomes just over a week to place all the creations out in the garden, so if you visit between April 3-10, you will find some around the Arts Buiding and some in the woods.
Come explore this charming outdoor exhibit of more than 100 handmade houses scattered throughout the trails and woods of the garden. Made by wonderfully creative artists from the community (and beyond), this exhibit features works in all media.
Annmarie After Hours Opening Reception - Friday, April 3, 5-7pm
Join us for an outdoor family-friendly opening of our most magicalicious exhibit. All the houses will be displayed around the outside of the Arts Building. This is a great opportunity to see them all before they are scattered throughout the sculpture garden! Reservations are not required, just come. There will be a food truck, cash bar, and live music. Admission: free for members; $5 for adults, $3 for kids, free for age 2 & under.
JURIED SHOW – ARTIST APPLICATION
Juror- Elizabeth Wilson, Head Registrar, Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibtions Services
JURIED EXHIBITION --- ARTIST APPLICATION
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center invites emerging and established artists to submit original artworks to “Winging It: Birds in Art.” This exhibition aims to celebrate the beauty, diversity, and symbolism of birds as interpreted through artistic expression. Birds have long inspired artists with their graceful forms, vibrant plumage, and powerful associations with freedom, migration, and the rhythms of the natural world.
From delicate songbirds hidden among garden branches to powerful raptors soaring high above open landscapes, this exhibition explores the many ways birds capture our imagination. Artists are encouraged to depict birds in both realistic and imaginative ways by highlighting their movement, color, habitats, and the unique roles they play in ecosystems and human culture. Whether focusing on a single feathered subject, a lively flock in motion, or the quiet presence of birds within a landscape, submitted works should celebrate the wonder and vitality of avian life.
This exhibition is open to all materials and media. 2-D and 3-D artwork will be considered for this exhibition. Indoor and outdoor installations will be considered. All work must be completed within the last four years. Artists must be 18 years or older. Artists must be living and working in the United States or Canada. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center takes a 40% commission on all gallery sales. This exhibition will be open to the public in the Main Gallery of Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center from June 5 through August 23. There will be an Annmarie After Hours opening reception for the exhibition on June 5 from 5 pm–7 pm.
Annmarie is a Smithsonian Affiliate located in scenic Solomons, Maryland, on the Chesapeake Bay. Since 1992, Annmarie has captivated visitors of all ages with its natural setting and exceptional programs and events. Please contact the exhibits staff at Annmarie with questions about this application.
Art Blooms Floral Design Exhibit - 17th Anniversary!
Exhibit Schedule:
Friday, August 7: 10:00am-8:00pm
Saturday, August 8: 10:00am-5:00pm
Sunday, August 9: 10:00am-4:00pm
Art Blooms After Hours Reception - Friday, August 7, 5-8pm
Art Blooms is a three-day exhibit featuring the work of more than 25 floral designers from across the region. Each floral designer is assigned a work of art in the Main Gallery or the Kay Daugherty Gallery and asked to create an arrangement inspired by that work of art. The results are surprising, beautiful, and provocative - and not to be missed. 2026 will mark the 17th year for Art Blooms, an exhibit co-hosted by the Calvert Garden Club and Annmarie Garden.
Presented by the Annmarie Gift Shop, the Ornament Show & Sale is a juried show that features hand-crafted ornaments by more than 25 regional artists. This is the perfect place to find unique and affordable gifts for friends and family. The ornaments are beautifully hung on trees displayed in the Main Gallery of the Arts Building. Visitors shop off the trees and take their purchases to the Gift Shop. The show kicks off before Thanksgiving and runs through early January. During Garden In Lights, the show is open late!
LINK TO APPLICATION
Get ready for some great holiday shopping! During November and December, the Main Gallery is transformed into a shopper's wonderland! You will find a wide selection of handmade works of art for everyone on your list. From affordable gifts perfect for a co-worker to exquiste works of art for a loved one, including paintings, ceramics, jewelry, photography, sculpture and more. All artwork will be on display in conjunction with our annual Ornament Show & Sale.
Tentative Evening Schedule: December 2-16, 5:00-7:45 or 5:00-8:45pm (depending on the night)
Light show ticket required to visit the train display during evening hours.
Tentative Daytime Schedule: December 5 & 12, 10am-1pm
The trains will run during the Holiday Markets; admission is free during the markets.
The Holiday Train Display is located in the Main Gallery of the Arts Building
We had so much fun in 2025 that the Lego Holiday Village Display is back for the 2026 holiday season! From festive houses and architecture to winter trees, caves, and other natural elements, guests will be delighted by the exceptional creativity of our Lego builders! The exhibit will be on display during the day and, of course, during the evening of Annmarie Garden In Lights. Be sure to check our holiday hours before planning your visit, and if you are coming at night, you'll need to purchase light show tickets.
Friday,Apr3rd,2026
Saturday,Apr4th,2026
Sunday,Apr5th,2026
Sunday,Apr12th,2026
Saturday,Apr18th,2026
Sunday,Apr19th,2026
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