River Arts in Damariscotta invites all artists to submit work for the first show of 2020: “Black and White.” The show run is Jan. 11 through Feb. 1.

Artists are invited to submit work with the requirement that the works use only black and white (with mixtures of grays). The subject matter is open to the choice of the artist and may be representational or abstract. Mediums are also open and may include painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, fiber, ceramics, and printmaking.

The deadline for entry is Saturday, Jan. 4 at 4 p.m. Artists may submit up to three pieces for jurying. Per person entry fee is $15 for River Arts’ members and $25 for non-members. Entry forms are available online (riverartsme.org) or in the gallery when artwork is submitted for the juror. All submitted work must be for sale. River Arts retains 35% commission on all sales. Artists will be notified by email by Wednesday, January 8 of the juror’s selections.

River Arts is pleased to announce the juror will be Ed McCartan known for his intuitively experimental paintings.  McCartan is an artist and educator who taught at Emma Willard School and Russell Sage College in Troy, New York and continues since his retirement to teach in various venues in Maine. His work hangs in the permanent collection of several museums and in corporate and private collections. McCartan currently teaches art history courses at Mid Coast Senior College and an occasional workshop in his studio.

The opening reception for “Black and White” will be Saturday, Jan. 11 from 3 to 5 p.m.

River Arts is located in Damariscotta at 241 U.S. Route 1. For additional information, call the gallery at 563-1507 during regular hours on Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.