CALLING ALL VISUAL ARTISTS!

THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING!

The competition is now closed, and the jurying process is underway.

Results will be announced on June 3, 2025 — stay tuned!

We extend our warmest congratulations to all selected artists and heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated.

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The 40th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition is now open for entries, marking a milestone year of showcasing incredible talent from artists worldwide. The competition offers the opportunity to exhibit work in the heart of New York City, placing artists’ creations on a global platform

With prizes valued over $70,000, the competition welcomes artists from around the world, regardless of career stage.

Early Bird Now Open

Enter now and enjoy $10 off on your entry fee plus 4 extra images free.

Only $45 for 9 images — until October 13, 2025.

AWARDS, PRIZES, AND BENEFITS

Collective Exhibition - 30 artists will be able to showcase their work in a collective exhibition in New York City.

Cash Prizes - 5 selected artists will each receive a cash award of $1,000.

Online Promotion - 5 selected artists have the chance to receive a year-long spotlight on ARTmine.com.

Honorable Mention - 10 selected artists will be awarded with an honorable mention which grants complimentary entry to the 41st Chelsea International Fine Art Competition.

Read our guidelines to help you with your entry.

40 Years Strong — Early Bird Savings!

THE COMPETITION IS OPEN

$55 for 5 images

Find here testimonials of previously selected artists

What a fantastic experience showing at Agora Gallery during the 39th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition. The work shown was diverse yet cohesive and thought provoking; curated with care and precision by a kind, thoughtful, energetic and engaging staff. Great experience with a large turnout for the opening

Jay Hatfield, United States, 39th CIFAC Selected Artist

I participated in the 39th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition – Collective Exhibition. From the initial guidance and follow-up to the installation, opening reception, and press release, the team provided thoughtful support every step of the way. It was a truly wonderful experience. Exhibiting in Chelsea, New York, is something very special for an artist, and I truly appreciated the care and attention given to each of us throughout this process.

Nobuko Tsuruta, United States, 39th CIFAC Selected Artist

I found The Chelsea International Fine Art Competition to be a very positive experience. Everyone I dealt with from the gallery was extremely professional and helpful. The exhibit was thoughtfully arranged, and I enjoyed meeting and talking with the other exhibiting artists at the opening reception which had an impressive turn-out!

Carol Levine, United States, 37th CIFAC Selected Artist

It was such an honor to be selected for the Chelsea International Fine Art Competition. It was a great opportunity to show my artwork in New York and gained recognitions from the public. I was so pleased to see my artwork to be presented in this beautiful art gallery space. It was also my pleasure to work with Agora staff teams. They are very professional and friendly. They consider all the details to make sure everything is right. I highly recommend Agora to all the artists who would present their work in New York.

Jan Zhou, China, 33rd CIFAC Selected Artist

Meet our Partners

The New York Art Competition is grateful to its partners and sponsors for their support and collaboration.

They include AGI Fine Art, which provides exhibition opportunities and career guidance, ARTmine, an online fine art gallery, Agora Gallery, a contemporary art space in Chelsea, and White Space Chelsea, a modern street-level event venue in the heart of Chelsea, and more.

Competition Guidelines

Eligibility

All visual artists worldwide over the age of 18 are eligible to participate.

Entry Fee

Saint Patrick's Special Promo: Enter 5 images for just $49.50 (includes 10% off from the standard entry fee of $55). Add more images for an extra $5 each.

Please note that no further changes or additions can be made once payment is made and your entry is complete.

The entry fee is $55 and includes up to 5 images. Each additional image is $5.

Please note that no further changes or additions can be made once payment is made and your entry is complete.

Entry Material

Please submit image files of your work in JPG format, along with the title, dimensions, and medium of each piece.

Accepted Media

The competition welcomes submissions in various mediums including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, digital media, printing, and mixed media.

Unaccepted Media:

Video art, film, performance art, jewelry, and crafts are not eligible for submission. Additionally, artificial intelligence-generated art (AI-ART) is not accepted.

NYAC strictly prohibits the use of AI-ART in any form, as our competition is dedicated to showcasing and celebrating human creativity and artistic expression. Artists found to have submitted AI-ART entries may face account suspension.

If you have any further questions, send us an email at [email protected].

Meet our Jurors

Art submitted to the competition will be reviewed by a rotating panel of expert jurors, each representing a different field in the art world, ensuring a fair and balanced selection process.