The Howard County Arts Council is accepting slides and CD submissions from visual artists for a 2011 group exhibit examining the environment and related issues. Original artwork in any medium within the exhibit theme will be accepted for review.

Artists can download an application at hocoarts.org, e-mail info@hocoarts.org, or call 410-313-2787. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Deadline is Jan. 4.