eastern shore art league

We support visual artists of all media with exhibits, art education, community outreach,
and just plain fun on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.

Due to the fire at HOS, all ESAL activities that take place in Studio 104 will be on hold until further notice. 

2026 Becky Rootes Memorial Art Scholarships

The Eastern Shore Art League announces:

The awarding of the Becky Rootes Memorial Art Scholarships

(in honor of Becky Rootes, past ESAL President)

The scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school students residing on the Eastern Shore of Virginia who are continuing to an advanced education institution (community college, college, or university) and who are planning to pursue a field of study inclusive of the visual arts.

Two $2000.00 scholarships will be awarded annually, in 2-D visual art, and 3-D visual art to applicants who meet the criteria.

Applications must be postmarked before
or no later than April 10, 2026

Scholarship applications are now open!