What is the best type of present to give this holiday season? Here's an idea: a gift that is unique, one-of-a-kind, and supports Maryland businesses. Plus, you'll be giving that special someone a long-lasting treasure for which you will always be remembered.

The Maryland State Arts Council's Maryland Artist Marketplace displays the immense breadth of creative talent in the state, featuring a comprehensive search engine that allows shoppers to browse by category, price range, county of origin and artist.

Designed to maximize accessibility for those who wish to buy local and support Maryland businesses, the Marketplace is also a powerful tool for consumers seeking to discover new artists. In just a few keystrokes, you can enter a one-stop-shopping destination for exclusive pieces by Maryland artists, such as jewelers, photographers, glass blowers, painters, sculptors, musicians, weavers, writers, and much more.

Artists who wish to sell through the site can opt-in through their existing Maryland Artist Registry account or, for first-time artists, by creating an account through the registry.

Enjoy discovering and shopping!