2026 ASIAN ART FESTIVAL

Thomas VanDyke Gallery invites applications for its 2026 exhibition program, presented as part of the Asian Art Festival. This annual series features solo and group exhibitions by emerging and established artists of Asian descent or those exploring themes related to Asia and the Asian diaspora.

The 2026 theme, “Looking the Harbor,” considers the port as a site of memory, migration, exchange, and transformation. We are seeking work that thoughtfully engages with these ideas through visual or interdisciplinary practices. Submissions across painting, sculpture, photography, installation, video, and mixed media are welcome.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A professionally curated group or solo exhibition

• Full promotional support, including press release, social media, and gallery network engagement

• Optional events (e.g., artist talks, walkthroughs) to engage collectors and curators

• Inclusion in the broader Asian Art Festival 2026 marketing campaign

FEES

• Application Fee: $35 (non-refundable)

• Participation Fee (upon acceptance)

  • $300 per artwork for group exhibitions

  • $3,000 for solo exhibition (includes full gallery access for the exhibition duration)

All fees directly support exhibition logistics, installation assistance, gallery staffing, and promotional outreach. Selected artists will be responsible for shipping and insurance of works.

WHO SHOULD APPLY

• Artists of Asian descent or artists whose work addresses Asian themes, histories, or diasporic experiences

• Artists working in any medium, including but not limited to: 2D, 3D, time-based, installation, or interdisciplinary practices

• Proposals may include existing work or concepts for new projects that align with the theme

TIMELINE

• Submission Period: January 15, 2026 (rolling review; early submissions encouraged)

• Notification of Acceptance: Within 2–4 weeks of submission

• Exhibition Schedule: Scheduled throughout 2026 in coordination with selected artists

SUBMISSION MATERIALS

Submit via our application portal:
👉 Apply Here

Required materials (must be submitted in English):

• BASIC INFORMATION: Name, contact details, location, website or social media links

• ARTIST STATEMENT, BIO & CV

• IMAGES OF REPRESENTATIVE WORKS: Name the file with "title, year, medium, and dimensions"

• EXHIBITION SCHEDULE PREFERENCE: Choose your preferred exhibition month and one alternate