Peter Szarmach/Composing Beauty

02/04/2026

Bidding is now LIVE at: https://givebutter.com/c/HeartOfTxArt/auction
Don't pass up this opportunity to own a masterpiece from a local San Antonio artist. As part of their "Deep in the Heart of Texas ART" SAAL+M is hosting a silent auction with 20 wonderful works by award-winning SAAL+M artists. Bidding ends Feb 7 @ 7:30 PM.
Work shown here © Billy L. Keen, © Sylvia Benitez, © Steven Smith, © Patsy Sasek. All rights reserved

01/16/2026

A fun night out with a rare view of Texas Gems from the SAAL+M Collection.

Valentine’s Day is about more than just a date on the calendar; it’s about creating an enduring memory. We are officially counting down to our most intimate event of the season, and we want to make sure you’re included.

01/16/2026

ATTENTION TEXAS ARTISTS: THE CLOCK IS TICKING!
The deadline to enter one of the most prestigious art traditions in the state is fast approaching. You have until Sunday, February 1st to submit your work for the 96th Annual Juried Exhibition at the San Antonio Art League + Museum!
With nearly a century of history behind this show, this is your chance to have your work recognized, exhibited in the historic King William District, and added to your professional legacy.
WHAT’S ON THE LINE?
• $10,000+ in Total Cash Awards (including $3,000 for Best in Show!)
• A chance to be featured in a high-profile museum exhibition.
• Review by a distinguished guest juror.
WHO CAN ENTER? Open to all artists (18+) residing in the state of Texas. All media are welcome!
DEADLINE: February 1, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Don't let the deadline slip by. Finalize your photos, polish your artist statement, and get your entries in today!
ENTER NOW: https://96juried.artcall.org/

12/07/2025

A great Pre-Valentine's Day gift! Plus a great silent auction featuring award-winning SAAL+M artists.

An Intimate Evening with the Gems of the SAAL+M Collection + More

11/15/2025

Come out to the Opening Reception for the "Season of Lights" exhibition at the San Antonio Art League & Museum. Tomorrow, 3-5 pm. I have a couple of images in the show. Hope to see you there.

11/07/2025

Forces of Nature: a dual art exhibition opens Thurs 11/13, 6-8 pm. Features Becky Hadley & Yours Truly. Hope you can stop by or see the show running through Dec 18 at KWA Molly Shafer Gallery, 122 Madison, SA TX. Hours: Mon–Thurs, 9–5

11/24/2024

Thankful to have some images in the SAAL+M Members Gallery along with 9 other talented SA artists. Work up till Dec 20. For more info: www.saalm.org

As the master photographer Paul Strand said, "I think of myself as an explorer who has spent his life on a long voyage of discovery." As with Strand, I hope to keep exploring nature on a voyage with delightful discoveries.

09/28/2024

Thankful to be showing some of my new images from NM and beyond at the SAAL+M Members Gallery beginning Oct 1 thru 12/21. And, don't miss their Artist of the Year Exhibition: Margaret Craig. Visit: https://www.peterszarmach.com/event/211811/saalm-members-gallery to learn more.

07/28/2024

So grateful to be selected into the 2024 Photo Review International Competition. Visit: https://photoreview.org/events/competition/2024-competition-winners-gallery/
Copyright 2024 Peter Szarmach

04/05/2024

So grateful to be featured on Your Daily Photograph! They chose an award winner: "Dunes at Dusk." View here and enjoy: http://eepurl.com/iNvZ2M