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The Chelsea International Fine Art Competition

Agora Gallery proudly sponsors the annual Chelsea International Fine Art Competition, a renowned art contest that is juried by prominent museum curators and art experts. It is a great opportunity for the juror-selected artists to gain exposure by exhibiting their work in the famed Chelsea Art Gallery District as well as be part of online and print promotions.

The Chelsea International Fine Art Competition is open to visual artists from anywhere in the world and at all stages in their career. In previous years the juror has selected artists working in painting, sculpture, photography, drawing, mixed media and print.

Entry to The 27th International Fine Art Competition will begin February 7, 2012. Watch this space for more information or join our mailing list.

Our fine art contests are juried by influential voices in the New York art world; The 2012 competition will be juried by Mr. Ira Golderg, Executive Director of The Art Students League of New York.

2011 Competition Exhibition Video

Awards

The awards that will be distributed to juror-selected artists. They include participation in the renowned Chelsea International Fine Art Competition Exhibition in the heart of Chelsea, New York, review by an art critic, cash prizes and exclusive internet promotion. These awards, valued at a total of $55,000, are specifically chosen to help artist’s advance their careers and to maximize exposure to collectors and the New York art scene. There is a $35 entry fee for up to 5 images; $5 for each additional image.

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Supporting Art in the Community

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As part of our ongoing commitment to giving back to the community we live and work in, Agora Gallery donates 15% of its proceeds from the sale of artwork from the art competition exhibition to the non-profit organization Art Start. Through its innovative programs, Art Start brings together art, artists and children in need throughout the New York Metropolitan Area.

Photos from the Competition Exhibition