
A Fresh Perspective on Contemporary Art
Our flagship competition, welcoming painters, sculptors, photographers, mixed media artists and other visual artists worldwide.
- Deadline May 4, 2027
- $55 until Dec 31, then $65
International juried competitions for painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media and more. Selected artists exhibit at Agora Gallery in the heart of Chelsea.
Three competitions are taking entries. Each one ends with an exhibition at Agora Gallery in Chelsea.

Our flagship competition, welcoming painters, sculptors, photographers, mixed media artists and other visual artists worldwide.

An international competition for photographers who bring fresh perspectives, distinctive voices and new approaches.
The automobile as a subject for creative expression: painters, photographers, sculptors, illustrators and digital artists worldwide.
What every selected artist gets, in every competition.
Exhibit at Agora Gallery on West 25th Street, alongside artists, collectors and the New York art community.
A personalized press release from Agora Gallery's PR team, with chances for publication, newsletter and ARTmine features.
Five artists in each competition receive cash awards, with more publication and promotion benefits.
Recognition from an international jury. Honorable Mention recipients get a free entry to the next competition.
A few of the works selected in past competitions.
See the space before you enter: a 360° tour of a past exhibition, and our competitions on video.
“I was thrilled to attend the opening in person and meet so many talented artists. Everyone behind the scenes at Agora and NYAC was kind and professional. The entire experience was superb.”
“A fantastic experience showing at Agora Gallery. The work was diverse yet cohesive and curated with care by a thoughtful, engaging staff. We also had a great turnout for the opening.”
“If you are thousands of kilometers away, it’s important that your questions are answered quickly and you always have the feeling of someone there to help you. I felt safe in contact with the staff.”
“I decided to [join] this platform as an avenue for me to send my message. And I’m very happy with Agora Gallery and the Chelsea International [Fine] Art Competition putting all this together for us artists.”
Plus promotions and results.


