HoCo Open 2010 Opens For Submissions 6/28

HoCo Open 2010 is a non-juried exhibit held biennially at the Howard County Center for the Arts (HCCA), 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City. Adults, 18 years and older, who live, work or study in Howard County are invited to submit one piece of original artwork completed in the past two years. Artwork drop-off is 4:00-6:00 p.m. on June 28th at the HCCA. Artwork will be accepted for the exhibit on a first-come, first-serve basis, one piece per artist, until the gallery is full.

No reproductions, for example, giclées, commercially printed or computer generated reproductions of paintings, drawings, etc. will be accepted. All work must be delivered ready for installation. The Howard County Arts Council retains a 20% commission on all sales.

There will be an opening reception on Thursday, July 8 from 6-8 PM. The reception featuring light refreshments and is free and open to the public. HoCo Open will be on display from July 2, 2010 through Friday, August 13, 2010. Gallery Hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday 12 a.m.- 4 p.m. To obtain the HoCo Open guidelines and entry form or to learn more about this and other HCCA programs call 410-313-ARTS (2787) or visit the website www.hocoarts.org.

The Howard County Arts Council is a non-profit organization whose mission is to serve the citizens of Howard County by fostering the arts, artists and arts organizations.

The Howard County Arts Council receives major grants from the Howard County Government and the Maryland State Arts Council and sustaining annual support from corporate, foundation and individual sponsors. Howard County Arts Council offices are located at the Howard County Center for the Arts, 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043. The Howard County Center for the Arts is an accessible facility encouraging the full participation of individuals with disabilities. For information, call 410.313.ARTS (2787), fax 410.313.2790, or email info@hocoarts.org.