This art show has been held in early February every year since 1978 and features the work of more than 160 artists. If you want to submit work, you must be at least 18 years old and a Dare County resident or a member of the Dare County Arts Council, which sponsors the show. The evening reception is eagerly looked forward to and local artists and patrons flock to the gallery to view the newest offerings from the art world. If you can't make the reception, be sure to stop by during the month of February and view this always exciting and innovative exhibit. Expect a varied palette here.
Art ranges from traditional floral watercolors to thought-provoking conceptual pieces.
Area artisans show off pottery, stained glass, and meticulously handcarved and painted waterfowl. Artists working in three-dimensional formats showcase wire, bronze, wood, and iron sculpture. Jewelers present sterling silver metalworks. Shadow boxes filled with found objects intrigue us, and party dresses and hats become wall art or part of three-dimensional paintings. Photography entries have ranged from the breathtaking aerial overview that shows the fragility of our barrier islands to a crazy nude coupled with collage items.