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    Art Fusion III Exhibition
    Exhibit Runs September 12 – 26, 2026
    Opening Reception: September 12, 2026, from 5 - 7 PM
    Corbin Studio & Gallery
    4 E Main St, Crisfield, MD

    The Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District is proud to present Art Fusion III, an exhibition that brings written and visual art together in creative conversation. This unique show pairs writers with visual artists: writers submit original work—such as poetry, prose, short stories, music, song lyrics, or excerpts—and participating visual artists select one written piece to inspire a new work of art. The paired written and visual works will be displayed together, with an opening reception on Saturday, September 12, from 5–7 PM.

    Participants may submit written work and create visual artwork; however, visual artists may not select their own written submission as inspiration.

    Please review the steps and deadlines below carefully. The timeline is short, so early submission is encouraged.

    For Writers: Submit Original Written Work by August 3, 2026

    • Writers of any age may submit. Applicants under 18 must include a parent or guardian signature.

    • Both professional and amateur writers are welcome.

    • Each writer may submit up to three original written pieces.

    • Written work may include poetry, prose, short stories, music, song lyrics, or excerpts from longer works.

    • Please keep submissions under 300 words, use at least 12-point font, and fit each piece on one 8½ x 11-inch page.

    • Written work that is not selected by a visual artist will still be displayed but will not be part of the opening reception pairing.

    • Online applicants should upload a file containing their written work.

    • Paper applications are available at Corbin Studio & Gallery, located at 4 E Main St. Please leave a copy of your written work with the application. Applications and written work are due August 3, 2026.

    For Visual Artists: Create and Submit Artwork by September 7, 2026

    • Visual artists may choose written work online or in person at Corbin Studio & Gallery.

    • Any medium or genre of visual art is welcome, as long as the work is new and inspired by a selected written piece.

    • Wall-hung artwork must be gallery-ready, framed, and fitted with hanging wire. Gallery-wrapped canvases are acceptable. A limited number of easels and sculpture pedestals are available; please contact us in advance for special display needs.

    All visual artwork inspired by written submissions must be dropped off at Corbin Studio & Gallery, located at 4 E Main St, Crisfield, MD, by September 7, 2026.

    There is no fee for writers or visual artists to enter this exhibition. Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District membership is encouraged but not required. To become a member, please visit: https://www.crisfieldarts.org/membership

    Questions should be sent to arts@crisfieldcityhall.com and will be answered as promptly as possible. Please note that this is not a juried exhibition. However, space is limited, and the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District reserves the right to refuse any written work or visual artwork that does not meet exhibit criteria.

    Important Dates to Remember

    1. Deadline for written work submissions: August 3, 2026

    2. Written submissions available to view online at crisfieldarts.org/artfusion: August 3, 2026

    3. Deadline for visual artists to choose a written work and submit completed artwork: September 7, 2026

    4. Artwork drop-off at Corbin Studio & Gallery: September 2–7, 2026, during regular open hours or by appointment

    5. Exhibition dates: September 12–26, 2026

    6. Opening Unveiling Reception: September 12, 2026, from 5–7 PM. Visual artists and writers will come together to discuss their collaboration.

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