Call for Entries
March- Bits & Pieces- Collage, assemblage, and mixed media.
April- Hidden Objects- Artists will be given one or more objects to “hide” in their artwork.
June- Rural Life- Artwork created by artists who donated artwork to the 2025 Auction fundraiser. Eligible artwork will depict the charm and beauty of rural life.
July- “Americana” in conjunction with the 250th Anniversary of the USA- Artwork will cover patriotic themes, American traditions, nostalgia, and history.
August- An Artist’s Journey- Open to artists that have participated in a Bay School class and discovered a creative skill and inspiration.
Art Speaks Juried Exhibition - April 25-May 25, 2026
Entries accepted beginning December 1, 2025, via online form at this link: Get more information, view the prospectus here, and apply here.
Become a Gallery Artist
We are always happy to welcome new artists to our gallery. We accept artwork in all media, including fine art and heritage crafts. Many of our artists have a link to the Mathews area and live in the Tidewater region; however, any artist living and working in Virginia is eligible to exhibit in our gallery.
Artwork must be reviewed by our gallery team to be accepted into the gallery. To become a gallery artist, please complete an application and call 804.725.1278 or email Jennifer Schroeder, our Gallery Coordinator, at jenschroeder@bayschool-arts.com to make an appointment to bring in your work. Please do not walk-in, we do not review artwork without an appointment.
We look forward to hearing from you!