Show Reception - Ascending Artists
2025-10-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Ascending Artists: A Focus on New Talent of the Newark Art Scene.
Opens September 23rd, 2025
Show Reception Friday, October 10th, 2025 Time: 6-8pm
Artwork by:

Natalie Schmidt
Khamari Smith
Isaura Lopez Valdez

Exhibition dates: September 23rd – October 17th, 2025

Calls for Entry - Pein-Air Photography
2025-10-17 12:00 - 2025-10-18 20:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Plein-Air Photography Challenge
Enter our last group exhibit of 2025 by taking outdoor photos in Newark zip codes
From Sept. 1st to 12th and submitting 4 images digitally to our Juror Panel.
If photos are selected you will print, frame and deliver to NAA Gallery on Oct 17th and 18th to be exhibited.
The exhibit runs from October 19th to Nov.19th with the Ribbon Awards and Reception on
Nov.14 from 6-8 pm.
See link below for full entry rules and instructions:
*Please download the rules here: Plein-Air Photography Challenge Rules

Exhibition - Plein-Air Photography Challenge
2025-10-19 12:00 - 2025-11-21 19:30 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Plein-Air Photography Challenge
Opens October 19th, 2025
Show Reception Friday, November 14th 2025 Time: 6-8pm
Exhibition October 19th – November 21st, 2025
Jurors: Mary Johnson and Dain Simons
Click this link for the document with info and guidelines for entering work.

Gallery Store Artwork Drop Off October
2025-10-21 12:00 - 2025-10-25 16:00 | DE
Members’ Gallery Shop Artwork Drop Off
The Newark Arts Alliance’s Members Gallery Shop makes it easy to sell your artwork. We handle the display and sale, leaving you with more time to focus on creating new work!
Review the Gallery Shop Guidelines, complete an Inventory Form (pdf / Google Sheet) bring your items into the Newark Arts Alliance. Artists must be at least 16 years old to submit art for the shop. Artists under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign their Inventory Form.
New works are juried when the Gallery Shop Committee meets, typically on the first Monday of the month. Submissions of new work are due the third Saturday of each month for display the following month.

Accepted work is typically displayed for up to three months. Artists will be notified if work has not been accepted or has been removed from display. Artists must pick up work promptly after notification. Work left more than 30 days after first notification will be considered a donation to benefit the Newark Arts Alliance. For additional info. about preparing your work for display and submission, review our Gallery Shop Artists Tips.

Jury Criteria
Originality (no kits or copies), well-crafted, skillful execution, and professional presentation. All work must be for sale. All 2-D work must be framed with picture wire for hanging on the back, or mounted, matted, and covered with acetate for display in the print rack. Please review the Gallery Shop Guidelines before submitting your work.

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE ARTIST INVENTORY SHEET

The Art Of Dessert 2025
2025-11-08 17:30 - 20:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Enjoy sampling desserts from local bakeries and restaurants, while raising money for the Newark Arts Alliance at the same time!

Silent auction and wine tasting, hosted by Deerfield Wines (next door to the NAA)
Taste scrumptious samples from area restaurants and vote for your favorite!
Beer and wine available for purchase

Tickets: $20 for members, $25 for non-members
Place: The Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE 19711
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025, 5:30-8pm
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Gallery Store Artwork Drop Off November
2025-11-11 12:00 - 2025-11-15 16:00 | DE

Show Reception - Plein-Air Photography
2025-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Plein-Air Photography Challenge
Opens October 19th, 2025
Show Reception Friday, November 14th 2025 Time: 6-8pm
Exhibition October 19th – November 21st, 2025
Jurors: Mary Johnson and Dain Simons
Stay tuned for more info!

Artwork Pick Up - Plein Air Photography Challenge
2025-11-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Plein Air Photography Group Show
Artwork Pick Up:
Friday, November 21st, 2025
Friday we are open 12-7:30pm
If you can’t pick up your artwork on Friday, those artwork pieces will be stored in the classroom storage area and can be picked up during the following week.

Holiday Art Market 2025
2025-11-25 12:00 - 2026-01-03 16:00 | DE
Join us for our busiest fine art and craft event of the year!
Our main gallery gets transformed into a vibrant display of fine art and crafts suitable for gift giving.
Several artists will have booths filled with wonderous works of art to satisfy everyone on your list, including yourself! Most items are under $50. This special event runs from November 25th to January 3rd, 2026.
You will also find many fine choices in our Members’ Gallery Shop where over 130 artists have items for sale. Admission is free. All major credit cards accepted.
Here is a list of this year’s artists:
Lauren Muriel Adams
Mary Jane Arden
Lelane Rossouw Bancroft
Maureen Coughlan
Pauline Day
Midge Diener
Sarah Dressler
Eleanor Fink
Terry Foreman
Karen Hornor
Elizabeth Stokes
Mary Jane Tyrie

Calls for Entry - A Case Of The Blues
2026-01-16 12:00 - 2026-01-17 16:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
A Case Of The Blues
Art Exhibition Open Call
Predominantly Blue Palette
2D-3D any style, any medium
36″ Wide maximum size
Juror: Denise Van Deroef
In person submissions Friday, January 16th + Saturday, January 17
Artist Reception: Friday February 6th, from 6-8

Exhibition - A Case Of The Blues
2026-01-20 12:00 - 2026-02-13 19:30 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
A Case Of The Blues
Artwork with a predominantly blue palette group show.
Juror: Denise Van Deroef Artist
Reception: Friday February 6th from 6-8

Show Reception - A Case For The Blues
2026-02-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States

Wine and Cheese Night
2026-02-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Chase the Blues away at NAA
Wine and Cheese Night
Come for a fun evening! Dressing in blue is encouraged.
Raffle tickets 6 for $5 – winning tickets drawn at 7:45pm. You must be present IN PERSON for the raffle drawing at 7:45pm in order to win!
Saturday Feb., 7th from 6-8pm.
Tickets $10 each
Purchase online or at the door.
Location – at our beautiful gallery – 207 Louviers Dr. Newark DE
Purchase link: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/newarkartsalliance/event/artbingo2025copy/

Artwork Pick Up - A Case Of The Blues
2026-02-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
A Case Of The Blues
Artwork with a predominantly blue palette group show.
Artwork Pick Up:
Saturday, February 14th, 2026
Saturday we are open 12-4pm
If you can’t pick up your artwork on Saturday, those artwork pieces will be stored in the classroom storage area and can be picked up during the following week.

Exhibition - Good Nature
2026-02-17 12:00 - 2026-03-20 19:30 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Good Nature: Interpretations of the Outdoors
Featuring Jessica Graae and Rebecca Howell

Exhibition on view: February 17 – March 20
Reception: Friday, March 13, 6- 8pm

Two painters explore the endless inspiration and beauty of nature with a
musical and meditative approach. From the local woods and streams of
Delaware County to marking the change of seasons in the gardens of
Delaware, each artist interprets the outdoors with a celebration of paint,
color, and marks.

Show Reception - Good Nature
2026-03-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States

Calls for Entry - Annual Members Exhibit
2026-03-20 12:00 - 2026-03-21 16:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Call for Art for the ‘Annual Members Exhibit’
Submissions accepted : Friday March 20 & Saturday March 21, 2026

Artwork in any subject matter, medium, or style, either 2D or 3D
Only one Submission per member
Size no larger than 32 inches on its longest size for 2D wall art, or
20 inches diameter for 3D sculpture or crafts, unless freestanding
without pedestal
2D work must be wired for hanging on gallery cable/hook system
A one- page Artist Statement is requested at the time of delivery of art entry

Please click the link below to go to our Exhibit page for more information about artwork hanging requirements and download the “Members’ Show Artwork Submission Form”.
https://www.newarkartsalliance.org/exhibits/

Exhibition - 2026 Annual Members Show
2026-03-24 12:00 - 2026-04-17 19:30 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
2026 Annual Members Show
Featuring artwork from Newark Arts Alliance members
Exhibition on view: March 24th-April 17th, 2026
Reception: Friday, April 10th, 2026, 6-8pm

Show Reception - Annual Members Show
2026-04-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States

Artwork Pick Up - 2026 Annual Members Show
2026-04-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
2026 Annual Members Show
Artwork Pick Up:
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Saturday we are open 12-4pm
If you can’t pick up your artwork on Saturday, those artwork pieces will be stored in the classroom storage area and can be picked up during the following week.

Bus Trip To Barnes Foundation Philadelphia
2026-04-20 09:30 - 17:30 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Visit The World-Famous Barnes Foundation In Philadelphia
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Sponsored by the Newark Arts Alliance.
Travel by deluxe motor coach and enjoy a full day exploring one of the world’s most extraordinary art collections – at your own pace.
Trip fee includes round-trip transportation and admission to the Barnes Foundation Museum. This is a self-guided visit.
Ticket Price
$65- Newark Arts Alliance Members
$70 – Non-members
Please click on the link below for more information about the schedule, dining options, and to purchase tickets.
Barnes Bus Trip
Please note that registration closes April 6th, 2026

Exhibition - Shared Spectrum: Maureen Kamerick and Yolanda Chetwynd
2026-04-21 12:00 - 2026-05-15 19:30 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Shared Spectrum: Maureen Kamerick and Yolanda Chetwynd
Exhibition on view: April 21st – May 15, 2026
Reception: Friday, May 8th, 6- 8pm

Calls for Artists - Mt Cuba Center | Botanical Bazaar Art Show & Festival
2026-04-29 10:00 - 2026-05-15 18:00 | Mt. Cuba Center, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States
Call For Artists – Mt. Cuba Center Botanical Bazaar Art Show & Festival

Mt. Cuba Center is expanding their legacy commitment to botanical art education, plein-air studies in the gardens and the intersection of natural and artistic inspiration into a new 1st year art fair: The Botanical Bazaar Art Show & Festival. We would love to invite you to exhibit your work as a vendor!

Event details
– Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026 (Rain date: Sunday, May 31)
– Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
– Location: Mt. Cuba Center
– Audience: General admission to the gardens (free for members)
– Features: marketplace of local botanical artists, food trucks, plein air painting area, beer & wine available on site (no outside alcohol)

What we’re asking
– Description of works you’d like to exhibit (for example: watercolor paintings, sculpture, prints, photography, handmade craft)
– Typical price range for your work (if you’re interested in selling your work)
– Number of pieces you’d bring (suggested minimum: 6)
– Interest in sharing demos, workshops, or artist talks during the day

Logistics & fees
– Booth fees are $150 and COI requirements are being finalized. Let us know if you can provide your own standard white 10×10 vendor tent or if you’d like us to provide one to you at cost ($180)

To apply:
Please reply ASAP with responses to the above and to confirm if you are interested in participating. I’ll follow up with next steps.

Questions? Contact me, Kate Rose at krose@mtcubacenter.org

We’d love to have you help us launch this new signature celebration of the beauty of art and native plants.

Show Reception - Shared Spectrum
2026-05-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States

Calls for Entry - Preliminary to Refined
2026-05-15 12:00 - 2026-05-16 16:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Call for Art for the ‘Preliminary To Refined’
Submissions accepted: Friday May 15 & Saturday May 16

Artwork in any medium, subject matter or style, either 2D or 3D
Bring a smaller preliminary sketch, initial study to also be displayed with a more refined complex piece of art
Submissions up to 3 pairs per artist
Size no larger than 36″wide for 2D wall art
All items wired for hanging! No tape holding wires!
The refined piece of 3D sculpture or crafts no larger than 20 inches diameter, unless freestanding without pedestal

Please click the link below to go to our Exhibit page for more information about artwork hanging requirements and download the “Artwork Submission Form”.
https://www.newarkartsalliance.org/exhibits/

Exhibition - Preliminary to Refined
2026-05-19 12:00 - 2026-06-19 19:30 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Preliminary To Refined
Initial study displayed with a more complex piece
Exhibition on view: May 19th – June 18th, 2026
Reception: Friday, June 12th, 6- 8pm

Art Rummage Sale 2026
2026-05-22 16:00 - 2026-05-23 20:00 | DE
The Arts Alliance is looking through our supplies for items we don’t use. And local artists can also look in their storage areas. Paint, glue, tools, yarn, buttons, clothing, frames, mats, unfinished or unframed art, etc. Items will be for sale at the Newark Arts Alliance Fri 5/22 4pm – 8pm and Sat 5/23 at least 12 – 4 pm. Possible extended hours on Sat or Sun 5/24 depending on donations.
Are you an artist looking for supplies or inspiration for a project? Do you have art supplies you want to donate to the Arts Alliance to sell? Do you have art supplies or tools you want to sell? We can work with you.
Contact Becky about donations or questions at re_sullivan@yahoo.com

Creative Professionals Networking Event
2026-05-29 17:00 - 19:00 | DE
The event is for:
● Anyone who works or hopes to work in a creative field like graphic design, photography, creative writing, design, museums, performance, etc.
● Anyone who used to work in a creative field and wants to offer mentorship or guidance to creative professionals

Cross-disciplinary inspiration.
Connection.
Fostering partnership and mentorship.

A mixture of refreshments, mingling, and simple, structured, get-to-know-you activities.
Bring business cards and examples of your work to share!

Summer Reading Book Event 2026
2026-06-06 13:00 - 15:00 | DE
Join us at the Newark Art Alliance on Saturday, June 6th from 1–3 pm for a Summer Reading Book Event featuring local authors writing across fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, and poetry.

Meet the authors and get your personally signed copies. Discover your next great summer read!
Come support local writers and the Newark Art Alliance, and stock up on books to enjoy all summer long!

Free and open to the public.

Show Reception - Preliminary To Refined
2026-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Newark Arts Alliance, 207 Louviers Dr., Newark, DE, 19711, United States
