64th Annual Juried Competition

64th Annual Juried CompetitionMasur Museum of ArtWho can applyArtistsDeadlineWednesday, December 16, 2026 at 1:00 AM ESTScopeUnited StatesTypeCall to ArtistsDisciplineVisualAbout this opportunitySponsored by The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council About the ExhibitionSince 1963, the Masur Museum of Art’s Annual Juried Competition has been a platform for emerging contemporary artists working across the United States. Open to all media and styles, this exhibition has become the museum’s longest-running tradition and one of its most anticipated shows each year.Each cycle, 1,000–1,500 works are submitted nationwide, while only a select group will be chosen to be on view for four months at the Masur. Alongside institutional recognition, chosen artists will compete for $3,200 in cash prizes awarded to first, second, and third place winners.This is your opportunity to showcase your work to a diverse public audience, build your exhibition record, and be part of a tradition that has shaped the museum’s history for over sixty years.About the JurorMoment Solomon is an independent curator and the founder of Studio Acquisitions, a curatorial and acquisition practice that pairs people with objects they can find resonance in. The practice spans fine art, jewelry, and vintage objects, with a self-produced December 2026 collection, and an ongoing private practice in sourcing and curatorial consultations.Her writings center theories on aesthetic judgment, with a thesis that argues the consumerist process of modern capitalism is a concealment structure for one’s taste, and these writings span a body of work that totals more than 190,000 words and has currently reached more than 182,000 readers.She received her Bachelor of Arts in History from Williams College in Williamstown, MA, with selected study in the convergence of Black political thought and studio art. Her academic work includes critical studies on artistic and curatorial theory:Black life expressed through Black art, studied at the Williams College Museum of Art (2022)Literary and historical analyses of fictionalized and autobiographical writings on the Black Panther Party (2025)A critical survey of film from the beginnings of modern Hollywood to contemporary cinema (2021)Her artistic engagement spans a variety of fields: Hip Hop dance since the age of 3, film studies, and art and media criticism — and each practice demands that the art she engages with argue a distinct perspective.She previously served as a Development Associate at the Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield, MA, and was involved in cross-departmental coordination with curatorial, collections, and marketing teams.Important Dates:Monday, December 16, 2026. 11:59 pm: Online submission deadlineJan 14, 2027: Artists are notified of the juror’s selections via provided e-mailFebruary 22 – March 4, 2027: Artwork delivery periodMarch 11 – May 15, 2027: Exhibition on view at the historic Masur MuseumOpening Reception: March 11, 2027Eligible disciplinesVisualCalligraphy · Ceramics · Collage+33Application requirementsAll three-dimensional work must be submitted with a description or image of proper installation as well as dimensions including height, width, and depth to the nearest inch. They must be no more than 84” tall with no more than a 40” x 40” footprint. The maximum accepted weight for three-dimensional work is 200 pounds. Please write [email protected] with questions. We are flexible; exceptions can be made.AI-generated submissions are NOT permitted.Two-dimensional work cannot exceed 85” in height and 60” in width.Video works must be submitted for consideration in their entirety and have a maximum duration of 5 minutes. Artist Statements: Statements should be limited to 250 words or less. There is no specific theme. Any work completed within the given timeframe is welcome. Accepted work may be for sale during the exhibition. The museum does not take any commission on these sales, nor do we consolidate sales beyond providing potential buyers with artists' contact information. To be considered for entry all work must be completed on or after December 31, 2024.56days remainingApply Now Application fee: $20Check your eligibilitySign in to instantly see whether you meet the requirements for this opportunity — and others you're eligible for.All submitting artists must be over 18 years old and reside in the United States. To be considered for entry all work must be completed on or after December 31, 2024. If accepted, all work must be delivered to the Masur Museum between February 22 – March 4, 2027. Accepted artists are to provide a return shipping label before the exhibition ends or include it in their shipped work.See Rules & Terms to Apply for more information.Log in to check eligibilityOrganized byMasur Museum of Art