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title: Many Countries in One
description: Juried gallery exhibition in Frederick, Maryland for US-based immigrant artists working in any visual medium, juried by F. Lennox Campello. Show runs January 1-31, 2027.
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programType: Exhibition
organization: Artspiration Frederick
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deadline: "2026-12-11"
entryFee: 40 USD
location: Artspiration Frederick Gallery, Frederick, MD, United States
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# Many Countries in One

**Hosted by:** Artspiration Frederick

**Type:** Exhibition | **Location:** Artspiration Frederick Gallery, Frederick, MD, United States | **Deadline:** December 11, 2026 | **Entry fee:** $40

## About This Program

> "Immigrant artists in the United States — diverse perspectives, stories, and creative visions"

Art Transcends borders. "Many Countries in One" is a celebration of immigrant artists who enrich the cultural fabric of the United States through their diverse perspectives, stories, and creative visions. Artists who were born outside the United States are invited to submit original works that reflect your unique voice and experience. Immigrant artists are encouraged to 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. On display in the Artspiration Frederick Gallery in Maryland from January 1 - January 31, 2027. Juror/Curator: Cuban-American artist, curator, and critic, F. Lennox Campello (Lenny), a distinguished voice in the DC, Maryland and Virginia arts community, and a long-time advocate for artists everywhere.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** National
- **Disciplines:** painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, sculpture, fiber art, ceramics, mixed media, digital art
- **Age Requirements:** 18+ years old
- **Note:** Exhibition open to visual artists 18 years and older. Immigrant artists residing in the continental US. Open to visual artists 18 years and older residing anywhere in the United States. Artists must have been born outside the United States. Works must be original art produced by the submitting artist, and not have been previously exhibited at Artspiration Frederick. Submission limit: 1 application, up to 3 pieces.

### Additional Requirements

All entries completed online through CaFÉ by 11:59 p.m. EST on December 11, 2026 (free CaFÉ account required). Nonrefundable $40 entry fee at time of application. 1-3 high-resolution (300 dpi) images of original work; no audio or video. All 2-dimensional works must be properly framed with a wire for hanging securely attached to the back — absolutely no sawtooth hangers.

Accepted work must have a label securely attached to the back (2D) or base (3D) with artist name / title of art / price. Prices must be correct in the CaFÉ portfolio; no price changes accepted once a piece is entered. Shipping at the artist's cost with a return shipping label included; no packing peanuts.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** July 9, 2026
- **Deadline:** December 11, 2026
- **Program Start:** January 1, 2027
- **Program End:** January 31, 2027

## Contact

**Email:** callforart@artspirationfred.com

**Phone:** 240-397-6248

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=17765