Figurative as Concept
Group Exhibition — Open Call April 22–24, 2026
Aspace Gallery NYC · Brooklyn
ARTMETOD Art Project and Aspace Gallery NYC invite artists based in New York and the United States to submit work for Figurative as Concept: a group exhibition dedicated to figurative art as a living, evolving practice.
All styles are welcome. Whether you work in classical representation, surrealism, expressionism, or any other approach, what we are looking for is intention. We want to hear why you choose figurative art, how it functions in your practice, and what it means to you as an artist today. This exhibition is an open dialogue, not a manifesto.
Accepted media: Painting, Drawing, Analogue Photography, Printmaking Graphic work, Works on paper
Not accepted: Abstract work, Collage, AI-generated, digital, or digitally manipulated work
All submitted work must be entirely hand-produced.
Before you apply — please read carefully
Selected artists will be notified on April 14. Works must arrive by April 20 — this is a very short window. If you are not confident your work can arrive in time, we encourage you to wait for a future opportunity.
NYC-based artists may arrange a personal drop-off instead of shipping. Details will be provided upon selection.
All works must be ready to hang and fully dry upon arrival. Graphic works must be framed with plexiglass only — no glass. A prepaid return label must be included in the package. ARTMETOD Art Project and Aspace Gallery NYC are not responsible for works in transit. Selected artists will be contacted individually with the full shipping address and practical details.
By submitting this form you confirm that you have read and agree to the full Terms & Conditions of this open call.
Exhibition: April 22–24, 2026 Aspace Gallery NYC — 13 Grattan St, #402, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Submission Deadline: April 13, 2026 — Free to enter
Curated by Alina Khalitova, independent curator and artist based between New York and London. Organized by ARTMETOD Art Project in collaboration with Aspace Gallery NYC.