ARTIST OPEN CALL
Online Exhibition Opportunity
"Reflections" — A Group Exhibition on The Art Districts 🌟
The Art Districts is seeking artists for a special online group exhibition exploring the theme: "Reflections."
We invite artists of all mediums—painting, photography, sculpture, digital art, mixed media, and more—to submit work that interprets the concept of reflection. This can be literal, emotional, psychological, cultural, or spiritual. Whether it's a mirrored surface, a personal memory, a social commentary, or a meditative self-portrait, we want to see how you explore reflection through your art.
What We’re Looking For:
Original artworks inspired by your interpretation of "reflection."
Work that demonstrates a clear artistic voice and intention.
Artists from all backgrounds and experience levels are welcome to apply.
5 Artists Will Be Selected
Selected artists will be featured in a curated group exhibition hosted on The Art Districts’ platform.
Each artist will receive a spotlight in an editorial feature promoting the exhibition.
Their work will be promoted across The Art Districts’ social media channels and newsletter.
They will also receive ongoing visibility in our artist directory (if participating).
The deadline to submit is June 15, 2025. The selected artists will be announced in the first week of July with their exhibit beginning in August. We will work collaboratively with the artist to properly display their exhibit.
Given that this is an online exhibition, we welcome artists from every corner of the globe to submit their work.
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What to Submit
A short artist statement (150–250 words) about how your work connects to the theme of reflection
Up to five high-resolution images
Title, medium, dimensions, and year for each piece
Links to your website and/or social media profiles
All visual media are welcome, including painting, photography, sculpture, digital art, mixed media, and installation.
The works submitted do not need to be the exact pieces included in the exhibition. We will work closely with the selected artist to curate the final selection together.
How to Apply
To submit your work for our upcoming open call, we ask for a small $7 entry fee. As an independent, free art media company supported by donations and memberships, this fee helps us continue to uplift artists and review each submission with care. Think of it as buying us a coffee while we thoughtfully go through your work.
Once your payment is complete, you’ll automatically be redirected to our Member Dashboard, where you’ll find the submission form.
On the form, you’ll be asked to provide:
Your name and contact information
Social media handles and/or website
Up to five artwork images
A brief artist statement explaining the vision behind your exhibition
Please ensure all fields are completed accurately—incomplete submissions may not be considered.
Why You Should Apply
Visibility and Exposure
The selected artist will be prominently featured on The Art Districts online platform, which reaches a global audience of collectors, curators, and art lovers. Our combined social media following exceeds 100,000, and our newsletter and social content generate over 500,000 impressions each month.
Professional Development
This opportunity offers valuable experience in curating and presenting a solo exhibition. Additionally, the selected artist will receive a complimentary one-year subscription to our artist directory, increasing your visibility within our community and beyond.
Networking Opportunities
Becoming part of our exhibition program means joining a growing community of artists and professionals passionate about creative expression and artistic excellence.
Promotion and Marketing
Your exhibition will be supported by targeted promotion across our social media channels, newsletters, and press releases. You are also encouraged to explore our previous exhibitions to get a sense of how we present work. Feel free to view our past exhibitions.
Artist-Directed Sales
We do not sell artworks directly or take a commission. Instead, all works will link to your website or contact email so that potential buyers and collaborators can connect with you directly.
Important Information
Eligibility
Open to all artists, regardless of location, age, or background. No academic or exhibition history is required. (Not open to artists who have already exhibited with us)
Deadline
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Selection Process
Submissions will be reviewed by our team based on the cohesiveness of your artwork and story. The more compelling your concept, the stronger your application. Selected artists will be contacted via email.
If you have questions, feel free to reach out at [insert email]. We look forward to seeing your work.