
WORKS ON PAPER 2026, 28th Annual National Juried Competition
The 28th Annual National Juried Competition and Exhibition at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Open to emerging and established artists (18+) residing in the continental United States. Artists may submit works in paper media including drawing, painting on paper, hand-pulled prints, photographic prints, digital works on paper, and wall-hung paper constructions. The juror is Joanna Sheers Seidenstein, Curator at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, who will select approximately 65 artworks for the exhibition.
Who can apply
Open to emerging and established artists (18+) residing in the continental United States working in paper media.Perks & benefits
- Exhibition at LBIF gallery (May 16 - July 5, 2026)
- Printed catalog of selected artwork
- Three honorable mentions in addition to cash prizes
Key contacts
Sources
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