Love is in the air at River Arts in Damariscotta. Artists are invited to submit work for the upcoming juried show, “Love.” This exhibition will showcase artists ’exploration and interpretation of love in its many forms. What do you love? What makes your heart sing?

River Arts is pleased to announce artist Diana Kerr of Boothbay, will be the juror for “Love.” Kerr’s impressive and lengthy career in the arts began in Boston at the Graphics 1 & Graphics 2 Gallery where she oversaw its corporate art program. After moving to Maine she managed the contemporary gallery at Barridoff Galleries of Portland. She spent 12 years as co-director at The Firehouse Gallery in Damariscotta followed by a lengthy stint at Gleason Fine Art in Boothbay Harbor. Kerr recently opened Kerr+Jones Fine Art & Craft with jewelry designer Kathleen Jones in East Boothbay in 2022.

“Love” is open to all media, including original work in painting, sculpture, fiber, photography, ceramics, original print making, drawing, encaustic, pastel, glass, and mixed media. Artists may enter two pieces with a size limit of 24 inches (in any direction) including frame or one piece with a size limit of 50 inches (in any direction) including frame.

This show is open to members and nonmembers alike. The entry fee is $15 for members and $30 for non-members.

Submissions may be delivered to the gallery now until the deadline Saturday, Feb. 22 at 4 p.m. For more information visit the River Arts website at riverartsme.org or call 563-6868.

“Love” will run from Tuesday, Feb. 25 through Saturday, April 5. The public is invited to the opening reception Saturday, March 1 from 2 to 4 p.m.

River Arts Gallery is located at 36 Elm St. in Damariscotta. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.