Participation

For detailed eligibility and submission requirements, please visit their website. Eligible artists should submit materials in digital format through the CaFE™ website at callforentry.org (search Art Ability). Learn more about submitting your work.

Eligible media

Paintings, drawings, fine printmaking, photography, mixed media, sculpture, jewelry, and fine crafts are accepted. All work must be available for sale and ready to display. Original work only; no reproductions will be accepted.

Finishing

Once accepted, flat work may need to be framed. Be sure to read detailed eligibility and framing requirements on their website.

Judging and award process

Distinguished members of the Greater Philadelphia arts community award prizes for artistic merit. Over $8,000 in prizes will be awarded.

Exhibition and sale

They are pleased to announce the entire Art Ability celebration will be returning to campus this year. The annual exhibit and sale will be on display at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital in Malvern, Pennsylvania from November 3, 2024 to January 26, 2025. They will kick off the event on Saturday, November 2, 2024, with a preview reception throughout the halls of the hospital, immediately followed by a fundraising dinner and auction under the tent.

For general information about Art Ability or for assistance in applying without access to a computer, please call 484.596.5607 or email artability@mlhs.org.