PKX Teen Arts Exhibition

The Art Effect is accepting submissions for the 2025 PKX Teen Arts Exhibition, the anchor point of the 4th Annual PKX Teen Arts Festival. This exhibition showcases art, film, and talent of teens ages 14-19 from the Northeastern United States. The PKX Exhibition celebrates imaginative and original artworks created by young people with a passion for their medium and a unique perspective on art.

The Art Effect is accepting 2D and 3D work by artists ages 14-19 from the Northeastern United States. Film submissions are also accepted for the Film Festival showcase and should be submitted via https://filmfreeway.com/PKX. The exhibition will be held in May 2025 in Poughkeepsie, New York, with an opening reception and awards ceremony serving as anchor events at the PKX Festival. Artwork selected for the exhibition will be shown in the Trolley Barn Gallery as well as in a virtual online exhibition.

Entry fee is $5.00 plus a $5.00 media fee. Artists must submit between 3-15 total samples, including 1-15 images and 0-3 videos. Artwork must be exhibition-ready with appropriate frames and hardware (wire hanging systems preferred). Maximum dimensions are 7 feet in any direction; 2D artwork should not exceed 65 pounds. Artwork must be family-friendly and appropriate for all ages. Artists will be notified of selection status within approximately 2-3 weeks after the deadline. Exhibiting artists may specify a retail price for work or mark it "Not for Sale." The Art Effect waives its usual commission fee (20% for members and current students, 30% for non-members) for teen art exhibitions. Artists are responsible for transportation and must provide pre-paid return shipping labels. Contact [email protected] for consideration if work exceeds specifications or needs special instructions.