The New Vanguard: Explorations into the New Contemporary II

The New Vanguard: Explorations into the New Contemporary II is an international juried competition open to all artists working in painting, printmaking, drawing, mixed media, digital, collage, sculpture, and photography. The competition seeks art that pushes boundaries in genres including High Brow, Low Brow, Pop Surrealism, Hyperrealism, Graffiti Art, and Abstract Art. Entrants must be 18 years or older, and submitted work must have been executed in the last five years. Artwork created under the supervision of an instructor is not eligible.

Submissions require 3-7 images. The entry fee is $40 for one to three images, with an additional $5 per image. Work sample requirements: 2D work maximum dimensions are 6x10 feet and must not weigh more than 50 lbs uncrated. 3D work may not exceed 80"x32"x48" and must not exceed 50 lbs. Notification of acceptance or non-acceptance will be sent by December 28, 2020. The exhibition runs January 22 – February 14, 2021, with an artist reception on Friday, January 22, 5:00-8:00pm.

The gallery retains a 40% commission on all sales. Artwork will be insured by the gallery for the duration of the exhibit and must remain on display throughout. All works must be for sale with prices determined by the artist. 2D artwork must be wired for hanging with no saw tooth hangers. Shipped work will be returned the week of February 15, 2021 using a prepaid return label. Hand-delivered work may be picked up Monday February 15, 2021, 10:00am-5:00pm. The artist is responsible for all shipping costs and arrangements, including insurance during transit. All shipped work must include a prepaid return shipping label and be sent in reusable cartons or crates. The gallery assumes no responsibility for damages incurred during shipping.