Black, White and Gray
The Fulton Street Collective
Submit up to 3 artworks executed entirely in black, white, or gray (with minimal accent color allowed) for a curated exhibition.
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Get matched →- Deadline
- 19 days left
- Entry fee
- Free
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Exhibition window
- Oct 2, 2026 → Oct 30, 2026
- Applicants notified
- Sep 24, 2026
About
Overview
The Fulton Street Collective presents Black, White and Gray, a curated exhibition of contemporary works executed entirely in black, white, and gray. All mediums are considered. Submissions must primarily be black, white, or gray; some accent color is allowed. No size restrictions.
Key Dates
- Entry Deadline: Monday, September 21, 2026
- Acceptance Notification: By Thursday, September 24, 2026
- Artwork Drop-off: Saturday, September 26, 12–4pm and Sunday, September 27, 12–4pm
- Opening Reception: Friday, October 2, 2026, 6–10pm
- Exhibition: October 2–30, 2026
- Artwork Pick-up: Saturday, October 31, 12–4pm and Sunday, November 1, 12–4pm
Entry Fees
- Non-Members: $35 for up to three pieces
- Members: Gratis (no entry fee)
- Entry fee is non-refundable and does not guarantee acceptance into the show
Eligibility & Requirements
All mediums considered. Submissions must primarily be black, white, or gray; some accent color is allowed. Drawings on paper must be framed. Paintings need not be framed, but must be wired. No sawtooth hangers. Artists may submit up to three pieces.
Submission Details
Submit high-quality JPEG image files only. Ensure only the artwork itself is visible in the image; do not show matting, frames, or background distractions. Images must be oriented correctly. Maximum file size is 30MB. For each artwork, provide the title, dimensions, media, and price (if for sale).
Drop-off & Pick-up
- Drop-off: Saturday, September 26, 12–4pm and Sunday, September 27, 12–4pm
- Pick-up: Saturday, October 31, 12–4pm and Sunday, November 1, 12–4pm
Sales
Work may be for sale; NFS (not for sale) is allowed. FSC will not be taking a commission on any art sales. The artist is responsible for establishing the price of each piece. Artists are encouraged to broker their own transactions. It is highly preferred that you be present during the opening night.
Notifications
Results will be posted in your ShowSubmit account by the end of the day on September 24, 2026. You will also receive an email.
Contact
- Ryan Miller ([email protected]) for questions about the prospectus, eligibility, artwork requirements, drop-off, pick-up, sales, etc.
- ShowSubmit Support for help with image uploads, payments, and entry management (Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm Eastern)
- Entry fee
- Non-Members: $35 for up to three pieces. Members: Gratis (no entry fee).
- Entries per artist
- Up to 3
- Sales commission
- No commission - you keep 100% of sales
- Theme
- Strip away the noise of the color spectrum and step into a space governed purely by value, contrast, and form. This show brings together a curated collection of contemporary works executed entirely in black, white, and the infinite terrain of gray.
- Eligibility
- Open to all artists. Members of the Fulton Street Collective do not pay a submission fee.
- Format
- Drop off or ship - your choice
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