Open Call to Artists: Join Art Lab for our 22nd Annual Art Lab Open Show, on display to the public January 10 – February 14, 2026. See why this is our most popular exhibition, year after year. There is no theme. Each artist can submit two pieces of art.  There is a $35 hanging fee to all participating artists. Most visual art media is accepted, including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, and mixed media. Contact us if your art potentially requires any special treatment, is very large or heavy. Drop off dates are January 2 – 5 during Art Lab business hours. Opening Reception: Saturday January 10, 2:00-4:00pm.
*All submitted artwork must be READY to be hung. Art Lab reserves the right to refuse artwork for any reason. *
Gallery Hours:
Mon-Thu: 10 AM – 7PM
Fri-Sun: 10 AM – 4PM
This program is supported in part, by public funds from the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, In partnership with the City Council

How to Participate:

The 22nd Annual Art Lab Open Show is here! Drop off dates are January 2 – 5, 2026. There is a $35 hanging fee. All artists can display up to 2 pieces. Click below for the artist loan agreement. Download the pdf and fill it out digitally to send back to us, or print it out and fill it out to bring in when you drop off your artwork for the show.

Opening Reception:

Saturday, January 10, 2026. 2pm – 4pm
Free and open to the public
Refreshments will be provided

Artist Talk:

Saturday, February 14, 2026. 2pm – 4pm
Free and open to the public

Artist Panel featuring:
Adrienne Bardes
Erin Butler
Barbara Beyar Cummings
Ivan Estevez
Wendy Beth Jackelow
Keri Sheheen