Compete Anything Goes!
Opportunity Description
U.S. National Deadline: June 30, 2026 – The MVA Gallery (Modern Visual Arts) invites artists, photographers and sculptors of all levels (emerging to established) to submit original artwork to this exhibition. This is national Open Call / No Theme exhibition.
What are the distinguishing characteristics of your style? Are your images traditional or experimental or a synthesis of styles? What is the personal visual idiom that you have developed to influence a viewer’s thoughts and emotions? Using your technical skill and creative independence, how do you transform ideas and inspirations into a unique image that reveals your artistic vision and truth?
Exhibition Dates: November 14 thru December 12, 2026 2026 @ MVA Gallery, 35 E. Elizabeth Avenue, Bethlehem, PA.
ELIGIBILITY
This is a National Call for Entries inviting artists, photographers and sculptors from all regions and states. Artists must be 18 years of age or older and current residents of the United States.
You have limitless artistic freedom. Your images can be representational or abstract, tame or dramatic, grotesque or beautiful, rational or irrational. Any theme, style, or subject matter is welcome. Anything goes!
The MVA Gallery accepts painting, watercolor, printmaking, mixed media, digital, pastel, encaustic, sculpture, fiber, drawing and photography.
ENTRY FEE
Entry fee is $35.00 for 3 images. You may include additional files for $5.00 each up to a total of 9 maximum.
APPLY ONLINE
Visit us for complete details and easy online application.
Notification by email on or about October 8, 2026 (Midnight).
SALES
Artists can determine whether they wish to sell their artwork. For sales, the artist must list a specific price and not indicate “Upon Request.”
Commission Fees:
70% of the final sale price to the Artist.
30% of the final sale price to the Gallery.
About:
The MVA Gallery (Modern Visual Arts) is located in historic Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Bethlehem, along with its neighboring cities Allentown and Easton, comprise the third largest metropolitan area in Pennsylvania (after Philadelphia and Pittsburgh). Bethlehem has a vibrant arts and cultural life — numerous active art galleries and nationally acclaimed festivals that attract tens of thousands of visitors each year. Located one hour from New York City, Bethlehem has become an art destination for informed collectors and prominent art professionals.
MVA Gallery
35 E. Elizabeth Avenue, Suite 35
Bethlehem, PA 18018
ph: 610-936-0737
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