Mind to Medium

Artspiration Frederick presents Mind to Medium, a juried exhibition inviting artists to explore the journey from thought to expression. From the first spark of an idea to its realization through materials and techniques, this exhibition celebrates how artists transform the intangible into the tangible.

Artists across all mediums are encouraged to interpret the theme through their unique perspectives and creative voices. Whether inspired by an abstract thought, personal experience, imagined world, or moment of discovery, Mind to Medium offers an opportunity to share the ideas and artistic vision that bring creative work to life.
We invite artists to explore imagination, process, and possibility—revealing how a thought becomes a work of art.

Exhibition dates: Mar 5 - 27, 2027
Entry deadline: Feb 12, 2027
Juror Notification sent: Feb 18, 2027
Opening Reception: Mar 13, 2027 3:00-5:00
Drop off accepted works dates:  
Feb 28, noon - 5:00
Mar 1-2, 10:00 - 4:00
Shipped works must arrive by: Mar 3

Artspiration Frederick presents Mind to Medium, a juried exhibition inviting artists to explore the journey from thought to expression. From the first spark of an idea to its realization through materials and techniques, this exhibition celebrates how artists transform the intangible into the tangible.

Artists across all mediums are encouraged to interpret the theme through their unique perspectives and creative voices. Whether inspired by an abstract thought, personal experience, imagined world, or moment of discovery, Mind to Medium offers an opportunity to share the ideas and artistic vision that bring creative work to life.
We invite artists to explore imagination, process, and possibility—revealing how a thought becomes a work of art.

Artists may submit original work in any visual medium including painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, sculpture, fiber art, ceramics, mixed media, digital art, and other forms of creative expression. The exhibition seeks to showcase a diverse range of artistic voices, perspectives, techniques, and subject matter.

All artwork must be for sale.

• Exhibition dates: March 5 - 27, 2027
• Deadline for entries: February 12, 2027
• Juror’s Notification emailed: Feb 18, 2027
• Opening Reception:  March 13, 2027  - 3:00-5:00
• Drop off accepted works dates:  
  • February 28, noon - 5:00
  • March 1-2 10:00 - 4:00
• Shipped works must arrive by: March 3rd, 2027
  • (Return shipping is at the cost of the artist; return shipping label must be included)
• Shipping address: Artspiration Frederick, 915 Toll House Ave., Frederick, MD 21701
• Pick up dates after the close of the exhibit:
  • Saturday, March 27, 2027 from 4:00-5:00 pm
  • Note: Closed on Easter Sunday, March 28
  • Mon. and Tues. March 29 - 30, 2027 from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • (unsold shipped work will be shipped back to the artist at this time at artist expense)
• The gallery admission is free and open to the public, and handicap accessible.

Juror: S. Manya Stoumen-Tolino is a contemporary expressionist painter based in New Market, Maryland. Her gestural paintings blend representation and abstraction, exploring the connections between humanity, nature, and the spiritual world. Working in acrylics, egg tempera, and mixed media, she draws inspiration from organic forms, movement, and transformation.

She holds a B.F.A. in Painting from the Philadelphia College of Art and an M.F.A. in Painting from the University of Pennsylvania. Her work has been exhibited regionally and nationally and featured in several publications inluding Artsy Shark and Create! Magazine.

Procedures & Requirements:

• All entries must be completed online by 11:59 EST on   through CaFÈ. You will need to set up a free account at callforentry.org
• A nonrefundable $35 entry fee is required at the time of application. Member fee for this exhibition is $25.
• All artwork must be for sale.
• All 2-dimensional works must be properly framed, and a wire for hanging must be attached securely to the back. Absolutely no sawtooth hangers. We encourage you to frame your work simply.
• ARTWORK IDENTIFICATION
  All accepted work must have a label SECURELY attached to the back (2D) or base (3D) of the artwork, with the following information:
  - Artist Name / Title of Art / Price
• Please make sure that your prices are correct in your CaFE portfolio. We will not accept price changes once a piece is entered for application to this exhibit.
• You must submit a high-resolution image (300 dpi) for the jury process. AF will use submitted images of accepted works for documentation, and promotional materials for this exhibit.
• Shipping materials will be kept for returning shipped work. Only boxes, crates, and bins with proper labels, including the artist’s contact information and the name of the piece, will be kept for repackaging. Boxes and such may include paper & wraps. NO PACKING PEANUTS PLEASE
• The artist agrees to retrieve all artwork no later than March 11, 2027.  Artwork not retrieved within fourteen (14) calendar days after the agreed pickup date shall incur a storage fee of Fifty Dollars ($50.00) until removed. The gallery reserves the right to relocate stores artwork at the Artist's expense and risk if necessary.
• Open to visual artists 18 years and older residing in the continental US..
• Artists may submit up to 3 works that have not been previously exhibited at Artspiration Frederick.
• All entries must be for sale.

1. All artwork must be for sale.
2. All media accepted (2D, 3D, ceramics, sculpture, photography, mixed media, etc.)
3. Work must be original by the submitting artist
4. Work must be exhibition-ready
5. Artists residing in the continental US.
6. You may submit up to three (3) pieces for consideration; up to 3 may be selected.