Every spring for the past few years, Make Studio artists have been invited to come “up county”, to show their work in special exhibitions highlighting inclusion, creativity, and community in the beautiful public spaces of Baltimore County Public Library's Hereford Branch. Several of our artists have also developed and presented popular mixed media workshops to groups in the library’s The Hive makerspace.

“God gave us the gift of life; it is up to us to give ourselves the gift of living well.” -Voltaire

SUBMISSION WINDOW: Friday, June 19 - Friday, July 10

As a result of the pandemic sweeping our nation, Maryland Art Place (MAP), like so many, has been forced to rethink, retool and re-imagine its programming. This year marks the 23rd year of Maryland Art Place’s (MAP’s) signature exhibition event “Out of Order” (OOO). MAP is very excited to announce that it will still be holding Out of Order, only this year it's virtual!

Artists may submit artworks beginning Friday, June 19 - Monday, July 10

There is a limit to one submission per artist

"Now See Hear" consists of multi-sensory artworks by 5 members of Make Studio in collaboration with 5 guest artists (all 2020 Sondheim applicants). Drawings, songs, collages, poems, paintings, and videos produced by these creative co-conspirators bring all senses into play and into the conversation. The exhibition can be viewed online at www.make-studio.org, with a selection of pieces on view as window displays at Make Studio’s gallery in Hampden, July 7th through August 7th.

How does padding in an 1840s dress expose a case of scoliosis? Why did someone leave a sleeve cuff unfinished on a dress worn to George Washington’s inaugural ball? What do trimmings reveal about a technological revolution in the nineteenth century?

Our 25th annual members' extravaganza IS happening!

The 25th Anniversary BIG Show Exhibition & Variety Show opening will take place on Saturday, July 18th, 2020 – and we want you to participate! Don't miss the opportunity to have your artwork on the walls of our main gallery (yes, on our actual walls), or your fabulous talents showcased on our virtual stage. Who knows... you might be the next BIG thing!

Look at Valerie Maynard's art and explore her creative use of everyday objects, then gather your kids and a few art supplies to experiment with making rubbings. This interactive family tour streams live on Facebook and YouTube.