Digital Explorations

About the Open Call

Computer software and technology have forever expanded the ways artists capture and produce their work. Artists can weave together scenes in photoshop, produce paintings through a screen, create videos, animations, and projections that transport us to new worlds, and sculpt with a 3D printer. Maryland Federation of Art (MFA) invites all artists residing in any of the states or territories of the US, Canada, or Mexico to enter our 4th annual exhibition dedicated to digitally-produced art. Any original 2D or 3D image-based work created and/or produced through digital software and following exhibition guidelines will be considered. This includes, but is not limited to digitally produced photography, digital painting, illustration, graphic design, digital video and projection. Works selected will be exhibited in MFA’s Circle Gallery from January 28 – February 28, 2026. Juror: Andy Holtin, Professor of Extended Media at American University. Awards designated by the juror total $1,000. Artists will retain 70% from sales (75% for MFA Members). Exhibition Schedule: Online Entry Opens Sept 23, Entry Deadline Nov 26, Notification Dec 17, Accepted and Shipped Work Must Arrive Jan 23-25, Exhibition Opens Jan 28, Virtual Awards Ceremony Feb 1, Last Day of Exhibition / In-Person Reception Feb 28, Pick Up Hand-Delivered Work Mar 1-2, Shipped Work Will Be Sent Mar 8.

What is Offered

Awards totaling $1,000 will be designated by the juror. Artists will retain 70% from sales (75% for MFA Members).

Requirements

Open to all artists residing in any state or territory of the US, Canada, or Mexico. All entries must be original, completed solely by the artist’s hand, and created within the past 3 years. A maximum of 6 original works may be entered. Work previously exhibited at MFA Circle Gallery is not eligible for re-entry. Maximum size of work, including edges or frame, cannot exceed 72″ in any direction. Artists may be asked to assist with the installation of oversized work (greater than 60″ or over 40 lbs.). Work must be for sale (Price on Request (POR) is allowed).

How to Apply

Online entry is available for submissions, and artists should refer to the downloadable prospectus for full guidelines and application details.