Photography Contest
NYC LGBT Community Center
Deadline |
12/31/25Theme |
OpenTerritory |
WorldwideEligibility |
Open to LGBTQIA+ identified artists in NYCEntry Fees |
FREEPrizes |
Cash PrizeHost |
LGBT Community CenterThe NYC LGBT Community Center invites LGBTQIA+ artists to submit their work for consideration in our year-round art exhibitions. We proudly showcase diverse artistic voices, providing a platform that amplifies the experiences, stories, and expressions of queer artists from all backgrounds and disciplines. Submit your art here to be considered for one of our future exhibitions.
Please note: Due to an overwhelming amount of submissions, we will not be able to individually respond to all artists who apply. We will keep all submissions on file for future consideration, but will only be able to individually contact artists that are selected for an exhibition.
Eligibility:
Open to LGBTQIA+ identified artists of various mediums (Painting, photography, Mixed Media, etc.) Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate sculpture or video submissions.
Artists must be based in NYC, and/or have the ability to hand deliver/ship work to the space, as we are unable to pay for art transport.
Selected artwork must arrive ready to hang.
Please note: Due to an overwhelming amount of submissions, we will not be able to individually respond to all artists who apply. We will keep all submissions on file for future consideration, but will only be able to individually contact artists that are selected for an exhibition.
Eligibility:
Open to LGBTQIA+ identified artists of various mediums (Painting, photography, Mixed Media, etc.) Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate sculpture or video submissions.
Artists must be based in NYC, and/or have the ability to hand deliver/ship work to the space, as we are unable to pay for art transport.
Selected artwork must arrive ready to hang.
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