The gallery got its start in 2004 with a small group of local artists who were brought together and asked if they would take a chance to establish an artists' cooperative in the small seaside town of North Beach, Maryland. The answer was a resounding "Yes." Rental space for the gallery was found above the Nice n Fleazy Antiques store at the corner of 7th Street and Bay Avenue, carpeting was installed, walls were painted, lighting was installed and a bright, vibrant gallery was born.
In September of 2006 the opportunity became available to move just across the street to a separate building with a storefront and 3 times the space of the original gallery. This move was a giant leap of faith and showed the commitment and spirit of growth that this cooperative embodies. Since then Artworks @ 7th has enjoyed 4 times the sales from its previous location, with expanded hours and many more media to offer the art enthusiast.
The cooperative includes between 20 to 30 artists and continues to enjoy both individual and joint success. To have their work considered for inclusion, artists are asked to submit an application and samples of their work, which are juried in by member artists.
To keep the art fresh and inviting, artists frequently rotate in new pieces. Monthly shows include individual artists shows, community shows, small works shows, and theme shows throughout the year as voted on by the membership. In addition, the gallery members engage in numerous community activities in an effort to expand the public's knowledge and appreciation of the arts.
This month at the Artworks@7th Gallery, the artists will share their artistic perspectives of Chesapeake Living. The Chesapeake Bay plays a major part in how Calvert Countians enjoy living here. The bay meets our shore and its reflection floats over…
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Read More »Featuring Corrita Myers and Suzanne Nawrot Conversing in color refers to the use of color as a means of communication and expression. In art, colors can evoke emotions, convey meanings, and create sensory experiences. Suzanne and Corrita have…
Read More »Food awakens all of our senses and our local artists will not hold back. What’s on the menu? Like a fine restaurant, the artists will exquisitely present food as their subject to whet your appetite. And do not fret over breaking New…
Read More »Open House October 7th, 1 – 4 PM The month of October brings the theme of “Imagine” to Artworks @ 7th Gallery, located in North Beach, Md. Imagination is the beginning of creativity and the jumping off point for creators and…
Read More »For September, Lesley Alexander and Suzanne Shelden are showing horses! Two people who grew up loving, drawing, and riding horses bring two perspectives of the equine world together in one place where you can come and delight in all sorts of equine…
Read More »It’s summer and all around the Chesapeake the flowers are in bloom! Especially at Artworks @7th. Our July show will feature the floral artworks of Lesley Alexander and Jacquelyn Dinora. Come see Jackie’s “Late Summer…
Read More »Spring is bursting forth, bringing all shades of green to the once gray winter view. Artworks@7th Gallery located in North Beach MD will present the theme Trees in celebration of the \rich natural environment of Southern Maryland. The Trees Show is…
Read More »April brings "City Lights...City Sights" to the Artworks@7 Gallery located in North Beach, MD. Wayne Thomas, a photographer at the Gallery, will share his love for travel, people watching and street photography in this month's show. Like many…
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