Local Opportunities
Artist-in-Residence Program at Loudoun County Public Library — A Collaborative Project with the Loudoun Arts Council
The Loudoun Arts Council and Loudoun County Public Library are pleased to announce a collaborative three-month residency that offers artists a free, supportive environment to create work and develop their practice while engaging with library patrons to foster art appreciation, inspiration, and dialogue. This artist-focused opportunity showcases local talent and library resources while enhancing the artistic and cultural life of our community.
- Complete details are available at loudounarts.org/programs/COLLAB-residencies. Interested artists may also email info@loudounarts.org for more information or apply online at bit.ly/47jHnAx.
Art in Purcellville Town Hall
The Purcellville Arts Council hosts themed art shows in Purcellville Town Hall to feature local artists - from students to professionals. This year the themes relate to the 250th anniversary of America's independence: Country Roads (Jan - Mar); By the Dawn's Early Light and the Twilight's Last Gleaming (Apr - Jun); Spacious Skies (Jul - Aug); and Amber Waves of Grain and Purple Mountain's Majesty (Nov - Dec). Featured artists will be recognized during a Town Council meeting.
- Applications accepted throughout the year.
- Country Roads (Jan - Mar); By the Dawn's Early Light and the Twilight's Last Gleaming (Apr - Jun); Spacious Skies (Jul - Aug); and Amber Waves of Grain and Purple Mountain's Majesty (Nov - Dec).
- Submit online: purcellvilleva.gov/FormCenter/Purcellville-Arts-Council-8/2026-Artist-Application-to-Display-in-Ar-254
Arts in the Garden
Demonstrate how you create your works of art during the Purcellville Wine and Food Festival on July 18 from 2 to 8 p.m. The Purcellville Arts Council hosts a section of this festival called Arts in the Garden where there is an art activity and artists showing attendees how they paint, draw, quilt, etc.
- July 3, 2026
- Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Learn more at purcellvilleva.gov/FormCenter/Purcellville-Arts-Council-8/2026-Artist-Application-to-Participate-i-255
Purcellville Artisan Tour
Help kick off the holiday shopping season by showcasing (and selling) your art during the annual Purcellville Artisan Tour on November 7 and 8, 2026!
- June 30, 2026
- November 7 and 8, 2026 from 11 .m. to 5 p.m.
- Apply online at purcellvilleartisantour.com
Art Studio Space for Rent
Art Studio 151 has open space for rent in Sterling. Join the community of more than 10 local visual artists. Free parking, clean & safe building, private bathroom, 24 hour access.
- For more info contact Mark 703 928 9882
Artist Studio Space for Rent in Waterford
Artist Studio Space for Rent: Chair Factory Second Floor, 15502 Second Street. Approximately 734 square feet of open studio space available on the second floor of the Chair Factory. This bright space offers excellent natural light and is equipped with HVAC for year round comfort. Convenient on site parking is included. Rent is $300 per month plus one third of utilities. *Please note there is no water access within the studio. Bathroom access may be arranged.
Juried Craft Chair needed for Bluemont Fair
The Bluemont Fair is looking for a Western Loudoun resident to run their Juried Crafts section. The role involves contacting and registering crafters and managing the space during the Fair. Joining the Fair committee is a great way to make friends in our area—and you get a free vendor space in the Fair if you want one. There is a support system in place for the role, we just need someone who wants to join us in this worthwhile effort—supporting crafters and our community!
- The Bluemont Fair will be September 19-20, 2026.
- Please reach out to Cynthia Morris at Chair@BluemontFair.org for more details.