Compete MVA Gallery Exhibition: Visions of Green
Opportunity Description
U.S. National Deadline: April 30, 2025 – The MVA Gallery (Modern Visual Arts) invites artists, photographers and sculptors of all levels (emerging to established) to submit original artwork to this exhibition.
Green is located in the center of the color spectrum as if to proclaim its significance as the the center of the color universe.
The color Green is associated with nature — especially Spring — and, therefore, has come to signify renewal, growth and abundance. Some cultures believe that Green symbolizes vitality, balance and harmony.
In the Bible, various references to Green, such as “green pastures,” present refuge for spiritual nourishment. In Hinduism and Buddhism, the heart chakra (“energy center” in the body) is Green and is a source of love for oneself and others. It is associated with compassion and empathy.
As an artist, how do you utilize Green? Does the color permeate your entire image or is it used in small sections? Does it appear in your artwork in objects or in nature or in portrait studies or in abstract design? Is Green purely decorative, or is it a narrative or structural device? How does color reveal you technical skill and emotional impact?
Exhibition Dates: August 27 – September 27, 2025.
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.
No restrictions on subject matter or style exist for this exhibition .All approaches are acceptable — traditional or experimental, representational or abstract, unified or fragmented, lucid or mysterious. You have total artistic freedom, just explore the color Green!
The MVA Gallery accepts painting, watercolor, printmaking, mixed media, digital, pastel, encaustic, ink, sculpture, fiber, drawing and photography.
AWARDS
Art of Distinction Award will be granted at most exhibitions. One artist, photographer or sculptor will be selected and featured in a special exhibit at the MVA Gallery, Exhibition Room 2, to be scheduled at a future date.
One New York City Exhibition: One artist, photographer or sculptor will be selected from all the individuals who were accepted and displayed in an MVA Gallery exhibit during the past calendar year. This artist will be offered an exhibition opportunity in New York City and will be notified in December.
Director’s Choice Award – $200 optional award may be granted at the discretion of the Executive Director of the MVA Gallery.
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 to Artists: On or about June 19, 2025 (Midnight). Artists will receive separate email messages for “Invited” and “Not Invited” artwork entries.
All accepted artwork must arrive at the Gallery no later than August 22, 2025.
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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