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Artists are invited to submit 3 pieces of art for consideration. The entries will be juried for theme and quality. Artists receive 70% of the proceeds from the auction of their work. Artists must be 18 or older to participate. Submit your application and images before September 15, 2025 for consideration. Accepted artists will be notified by email by September 19th. All entry fees are non-refundable. This year, our theme celebrates places Off the Beaten Path in Wilmington State Parks: Brandywine Park, Alapocas Run State Park, Rockford Park, H. Fletcher Brown State Park and Kentmere Parkway . All artwork must celebrate, depict or be inspired by out of the way places in any of the Wilmington State Parks or Alapocas Run State Park. The link between the artwork and the theme must be strong and recognizable. Rules and Eligibility • Artists must be 18 years or older to apply. • All backgrounds, skill levels and styles accepted. • All visual media accepted: Painting, Mixed Media, Photography & Sculpture. • Entry fees are non-refundable. • Each artist is invited to submit a maximum of 3 images at $10/image. • Images must be original artwork created by the submitting artist. • All artwork must be appropriately framed or mounted with hanging wire. • Artwork must measure no larger than 36 x 36 inches. FOWP MEMBERS: This year we will have an all Members Preview Party on Wednesday October 8th from 6:00 - 7:30pm. Join us for light refreshments and an opportunity to preview the auction and start the bidding. Members who attend the party are invited to register a maximum bid for their favorite pieces and FOWP volunteers will place those bids for them at the auction on Friday.