Shades of Black

A juried Black History Month exhibition at Artspiration Frederick celebrating the breadth of Black art across subjects, styles, histories, experiences, generations, and career stages. The exhibition runs February 5–28, 2027, with an opening reception February 13.

A Celebration of History. A Vision for the Future

Open to visual artists age 18 or older who reside in the continental United States and self-identify as Black and/or of African descent. Work need not address Black history or identity. Applicants may submit up to three original works through CaFÉ using high-resolution 300 dpi files. All media are welcome, including photography, 2D, 3D, ceramics, sculpture, and mixed media. Two-dimensional work must be framed and wired; sawtooth hangers are not accepted. Every work must be offered for sale, with 60% of proceeds paid to the artist and 40% retained by Artspiration; entered prices cannot be changed. Accepted artists are notified January 21, 2027. Drop-off is January 31–February 2, shipped work is due February 1, and pickup is February 28 or March 1–2. Unretrieved work incurs a $50-per-day storage charge after fourteen days; applicants shipping work should review the return-shipping terms.