Open to Salem County Residents 60+
The Salem County Art League proudly hosts the annual Senior Citizen Art Show, celebrating the creativity and talent of Salem County residents aged 60 and older.
Artists are invited to showcase their work in a variety of mediums, with entries divided into both professional and non-professional divisions to ensure fair and inspiring competition.
Each year, first-place winners in every category earn the honor of representing Salem County at the New Jersey State Senior Citizen Art Show, where their artwork is displayed among the best from across the state.
This event not only highlights the artistic achievements of local seniors but also encourages lifelong creativity and community connection through the arts.
2026 Show Dates: June 18-20, 2026
Location: Fenwick Commons Auditorium, Friends Village, 1 Friend’s Drive, Woodstown, NJ
Important Dates
- Drop-off Artwork -Thursday, June 18- drop off is between 3:30-7:00 pm
- Reception - Friday, June 19 - The exhibition will open from 4-8 pm, award winners announced at 7pm during reception 6-8pm.
- Artwork viewing at Friends - Saturday, June 20 10 am-4 pm until Friday, July 31
- Pickup Artwork – Friday, July 31 at noon-4pm. However, if you are a first-place winner, we will be taking your artwork to the NJ state show.
- NJ State Senior Show - September 28-November 4 to be held Meadow Lakes Senior Living, 300 Meadow Lakes, East Windsor, NJ 08520.
To sign up for show
To sign up online use QR code, fill out one form for each artwork, up to three categories or follow this link: 2026 SCAL Senior Show Online Registration Form
If you like paper, print out the 2026 SCAL Senior Show Paper Registration Form, one for each artwork, fill it in manually and bring to the show on June 18 to register 3:30 to 7pm. Or just show up at Friends and we will have the paperwork there.
Rules
- Any artist from Salem County over 60 may submit artwork to Senior Show
- An artist can make 3 entries in the show, pick one entry in any of 3 different categories.
- First place county winners move to state show. (Only one first place entry per person can move to the NJ state show)
- First, second and third place ribbons will be awarded in each category
- Categories
- Acrylic Painting
- Craft- no craft kits
- Digital Art-artwork from computer graphic software.
- Mixed media – includes collage
- Oil painting
- Pastels-chalk and oil
- Print- including etching, linoleum block, lithograph, woodcut, monoprint, silk screen, collagraph
- Photography- color, black and white, digital or film.
- Sculpture – 3 dimensions, carved or abstract or figurative
- Watercolor Painting-includes gouache
- Works on paper – drawn works in graphite, charcoal, color pencil, ink, pen crayon or stylus
Artist Classification
Professional- if meets any 2 following qualifications
- Sells work through commercial channels
- Exhibiting in professional gallery for 2 years
- Has had work selected in juried art show
- Holds professional membership
Nonprofessional- does not meet 2 qualifications.
Display Rules
- 2-d (flat artwork) no larger than 30’’ or smaller than 10’’, framed and wired to hang
- Sculpture or 3d- not to exceed 20’’in width and 36’’ tall, including base securely fastened. Less than 40 lbs.
- Original works-no copies
- No kits
- Take a picture of your work before submitting
2025 Best in Show- Professional Pastel – Diane Driessen with Sunflower
🎶 We are excited to announce that acclaimed musician Norm Dorrell will be performing during the reception at the Salem County Senior Art Show on June 19th at the Fenwick Commons Auditorium, Friends Village, Woodstown!
Norm Dorrell comes from the renowned Dorrell family of artists, educators, and craftsmen and has built an impressive musical career spanning decades. A graduate of Woodstown High School, where he earned every music award the school offered, Norm later performed with the Haddonfield Orchestra and shared the stage with world-renowned musicians including pianist Gary Graffman, violinist Midori, and New York Philharmonic conductor Alan Gilbert.
An accomplished marimba soloist, composer, percussionist, and educator, Norm has performed at prestigious venues including the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival. He has been a member of numerous ensembles throughout his career and currently teaches instrumental music in the Princeton Public Schools while continuing to perform as a freelance musician.
A Special Thank You to our Sponsor - Salem Oak Vineyards
Salem Oak Vineyards is a family-owned winery located right here in Salem County in the heart of South Jersey, where great wine, genuine hospitality, and community come together. Founded with a passion for agriculture and winemaking, Salem Oak has grown into a destination known for its handcrafted wines, welcoming atmosphere, and memorable experiences.
Guests can enjoy a diverse selection of wines ranging from dry reds and crisp whites to sweet fruit wines and seasonal favorites, all produced with a commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Beyond the tasting room, Salem Oak Vineyards hosts live music, brunches, workshops, festivals, and special events throughout the year, creating a gathering place for friends, families, and wine lovers alike.
Whether you're stopping in for a tasting, relaxing with a glass of wine on a beautiful afternoon, or celebrating a special occasion, Salem Oak Vineyards offers an experience that blends the charm of rural New Jersey with a passion for exceptional wine. Our mission is simple: create outstanding wines, foster meaningful connections, and provide a place where every guest feels at home.
2025 Winners
The Salem County Art League recently hosted the Salem County Senior Citizen Art Show. There were 66 entries in the show this year from 43 artists who ranged in age from 61-86 years old.
The Best of Show went to Diane Driessen with pastel painting entitled Sunflower. Below are the results from the show.
Prize winning artwork from the show will participate in the New Jersey State Senior Citizens Show from September 29-November 6 at Meadow Lakes in East Windsor, NJ. The following artists will be representing Salem County with their work: Elyce O’Malley, Sue Ann Leighty, Kathy Wilke, Jan Sanders, Helene Paxton, Alfonso Pagano, William Ott, Suzanne Demarest, Eileen Boyle, Daryle Cook, David Dorrell, Sandy Darrow, Skeff Thomas, Diane Driessen, Tucker Stouch, and Maria Payer.
Acrylic
- 1st Place - Elyce O'Malley with April Flowers
- 2nd Place - Carol Bower with Los Alamos, NM Rio Grande
- 3rd Place - Eileen Boyle with Peonies: Dark and Light
- Honorable Mention - Linda Cristaudo with Iris Love
- F.A. Cristaudo with Mountain Splendor
Craft
- 1st Place - Kathy Wilke with Birdwatching
- 2nd Place - Jan Sanders with Bookmark
Mixed Media
- 1st Place - Helene Paxton with Asian Folly
- 2nd Place - Jan Sanders with Ether
- 3rd Place - Leatha Ranson with Awesome Silence
Oil
- 1st Place - Helene Paxton with Best Friends
- 2nd Place - Sue Ann Leighty with Banzai Bernie
- 3rd Place - Lou Ranson with Muskrat Love
- Honorable Mention - Delsea Schaffer with Lady Slipper
- Helen Dorsett with Harmonic Dissonance
Pastel
- 1st Place - Helene Paxton with In Flight
- 2nd Place - Sue Ann Leighty with Pete
Photography
- 1st Place - Alfonso Pagano with Life in Motion
- 2nd Place - Karin Wang with Hunting Bald Eagle
- 3rd Place - Brian Pokrzywa with Iris
- Honorable Mention - Timothy Elmer with Winter Marsh
- Honorable Mention - Elaine Titus with USS United States, Farewell, Dear Lady
- Helen Dorsett with Sunset Harding Highway, Nov 2024
- Bonnie Lutz with Concord Point Lighthouse
- Agnes Leaming with Peony Tulip
- Barbara Koehl with Bald Eagle
Prints
- Honorable Mention - Agnes Leaming with Colors III
Sculpture
- 1st Place - William Ott with Inside Alloway
Watercolor
- 1st Place - Suzanne Demarest with Salt Marsh Color
- 2nd Place - Elyce O'Malley with Fish for Dinner (Kingfisher - E Lake Rd)
- 3rd Place - Carol Ann Ott with Beachy Keen
- Honorable Mention - Sue Ann Leighty with Terra Cotta Army
- Honorable Mention - Ann Dorsett with Morning Glory
- Carol Bower with Bucha, UK
- Roberta Zehner with Living Room
- Agnes Leaming with Old Stone Church
- Michael Ohono with Watercolor
- Bonnie Lutz with One Tulip
- Eileen Boyle with Iridescent Irises
Works on Paper
- 1st Place - Eileen Boyle with For Honey
- 2nd Place - Elyce O'Malley with Textured Moon
- 3rd Place - Delsea Schaffer with Justice
- Honorable Mention - Myrna Pagano with In the Beginning John 1-1
Acrylic
- 1st Place - David Dorrell with New England Falls w/ Rock Wall
- 2nd Place - Sandy Darrow with 1930's Skating Rink
- 3rd Place - Dana Gayner with South Jersey Marsh
- Honorable Mention - Tucker Stouch with Cat Lady
- Honorable Mention - Helen Karol with Two Beauties
Craft
- 1st Place - Skeff Thomas with Daffodil Bowl
- 2nd Place - Diane Dorrell with Original Diamond Art Coasters
Mixed Media
- 1st Place - Tucker Stouch with Junk Fish
- 2nd Place - Dana Gayner with Cats
- 3rd Place - Sandra Koberlein with Divinely Balanced I, II diptych
Oil
- 1st Place - David Dorrell with Niagara Horseshoe Falls
Pastel
- 1st Place - Diane Driessen with Sunflower
- 2nd Place - Greg Stett with License and Registration, Please
Sculpture
- 1st Place - Daryle Cook with Artemis-The Acorn-Capped Flycatcher
- 2nd Place - Stephanie Cocchi with Pair of Goblets
Watercolor
- 1st Place - Maria Payer with Coastal Cowboys
- 2nd Place - David Dorrell with Forest Waterfall
- 3rd Place - Dana Gayner with Serene Meadows
- Honorable Mention - Annette Devitt with Kuerner Farm Window
- Carol R Miller with Gardening with Grandpa
- Sandy Darrow with Worship at the Shore
2024 Winners
The Salem County Art League recently hosted the Salem County Senior Citizen Art Show. There were 51 entries in the show this year from 33 artists who ranged in age from 63-86 years old.
The Best of Show went to Daryle Cook with his sculpture entitled Gottfried the Gibberfish. Below are the results from the show.
Prize winning artwork from the show will participate in the New Jersey State Senior Citizens Show from October 5-31 at Meadow Lakes in East Windsor, NJ. The following artists will be representing Salem County with their work: Terry McAllister, Eileen Lowe, Delsea Schaffer, Leatha Ranson, Betty Miller Reinhardt, Sue Ann Leighty, Myrna Pagano, Mary Herz, Greg Stett, Dana Gayner, Maria Payer, Helen Karol, Annette Devitt, Daryle Cook, Tim Elmer, David Dorrell, Daniel Galli, and Elyce O’Malley.
Acrylic
- 1st Place - Delsea Schaffer with Baby Girl
- 2nd Place - Betty Miller Reinhardt with Serenity
- 3rd Place - Eileen Lowe with Stella
- Honorable Mention - Daniel Galli with Flowers
Craft
- 1st Place - Daniel Galli with The Gutter
Mixed Media
- 1st Place - Leatha Ranson with My Back Page
- Honorable Mention - Sarah Tarpine with GrGF & GM marriage Certificate
Oil
- 1st Place - Sue Ann Leighty with Matt & Amanda
- 2nd Place - Myrna Pagano with Down East ME
- 3rd Place - Delsea Schaffer with Father and Son
- Honorable Mention - Lou Ranson with Rampaging Duck
- Susan Ranson with Night of the Fairy
- Helene Paxton with Lilies Encore
- Harry Salmon with Royal Port, Salem, NJ
Pastel
- 1st Place - Sue Ann Leighty with Chas
Photography
- 1st Place - Timothy Elmer with Alone Together
- 2nd Place - Brian Pokrzywa with A Face Only a Mother Could Love
- 3rd Place - Barbara Koehl with Pelican
- Honorable Mention - Elaine Titus with After the Storms Pass
- Honorable Mention - Al Pagano with Missing Pane
- Agnes Leaming with Hosta II
- Helene Paxton with Baltimore Oriole
- Rae Walzer
Prints
- 1st Place - Elyce O'Malley with Borrowed Leaves
- Honorable Mention - Agnes Leaming with Colors IV
Sculpture
- 1st Place - Betty Miller Reinhardt with Lost
Watercolor
- 1st Place - Mary Herz with Spring Lilacs
- 2nd Place - Grace Alliegro with Our Red Barn
- 3rd Place - Harry Salmon with Saint Basil's Cathedral, Red Square Moscow
- Honorable Mention - Agnes Leaming with Oldmans Creek Preserve
- Honorable Mention - Bonnie Lutz with Sothington, CT Lighthouse
- Sue Ann Leighty with Charlotte
- Eileen Lowe with Friends
- Sarah Tarpine with Fraktar My Love
Works on Paper
- 1st Place - Delsea Schaffer with Teddy
- 2nd Place - Eileen Lowe with Lions
- 3rd Place - Helene Paxton with Garden Irises
- Honorable Mention - Daniel Galli with Church
Acrylic
- 1st Place - David Dorrell with Glacier Bay, Johns Hopkins Glacier
- 2nd Place - Helen Karol with Fishing Boats
Craft
- 1st Place - Annette Devitt with Felted Forest Vessel
- 2nd Place - Diane Dorrell with Octopus
Mixed Media
- 1st Place - Dana Gayner with Victorian Lace
Oil
- 1st Place - David Dorrell with New England Waterfall
Pastel
- 1st Place - Greg Stett with Flowering Milkweed
Photography
- 1st Place - Wm. Terry McAllister with Keeping The Rows Straight
Sculpture
- 1st Place - Daryle Cook with Gottfried the Gibberfish
- 2nd Place - Stephanie Cocchi with Fluttery Flower
Watercolor
- 1st Place - Maria Payer with Cup or Cone?
- 2nd Place - David Dorrell with Salem City Municipal Building
For Exhibit Only
- Agnes Leaming