Open Call to Artists: Join Art Lab for our 23rd Annual Art Lab Open Show, on display to the public January 9 – February 13, 2027. 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 December 30, 2026 & January 2 – 4 2027 during Art Lab business hours. Opening Reception: Saturday January 9, 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 New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, In partnership with the City Council

How to Participate:

The 23rd Annual Art Lab Open Show is here! Drop off dates are December 30, 2026, and  January 2 – 4, 2027. 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 9, 2027. 2pm – 4pm
Free and open to the public
Refreshments will be provided

Artist Talk:

Saturday, February 13, 2027. 2pm – 4pm
Free and open to the public

Panel discussion facilitated by Gallery Curator Lynnanne O’Connor Daly

Panelist will consist of exhibiting artists, to be announced.