Manhattan Arts International «New Beginnings» 2027: Worldwide Digital Art and Photo Show
Manhattan Arts International is accepting proposals for its worldwide online exhibition 'New Beginnings', scheduled from 18 January to 18 March 2027. The entry window runs from 20 October to 20 December 2026, closing at noon New York time on the final day. Applications are free, but selected artists are asked to agree to a US$45 participation fee before inclusion.
Theme and allowed artistic media
The exhibition explores beginnings, renewal, hope, changing artistic practices and fresh perspectives. Submissions can include painting, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture, stained glass, photography and digital art. Works are displayed online using suitable image documentation.
The organiser explicitly excludes AI-generated artworks, video art, installation art and certain explicit imagery. That restriction is important to digital creators: a legitimate digital drawing may qualify while an AI-generated still image or submitted motion piece may not.
Deadline, images and application steps
The deadline is 20 December 2026 at 12:00 noon in New York, earlier than a conventional midnight deadline. Applicants should use the web form linked by the exhibition page and provide the creator statement, artwork and website information requested. The form asks for JPEG images no larger than one megabyte and 800 pixels on their longest side.
Application does not require payment. If an artist is selected, the organiser offers an exhibition place by email, and only after mutual agreement issues an invoice for the US$45 participation fee. Participants should not pay unsolicited requests without verifying the email and invoice path.
Organizer and visibility expectations
Manhattan Arts International is an independent online art-promotion organisation presenting artist profiles, themed exhibitions and interviews. Its New Beginnings programme is an online collective display aimed at bringing visual artworks to international visitors.
Exposure is the principal benefit described; participants should not assume a cash stipend, travel budget or physical gallery show. Artists retain responsibility for rights to images and should read any publication licence and expected promotional use before accepting a place.
Official organiser and application
Information reviewed on 23 October 2026. Applications, eligibility, costs and rights are governed by the latest organiser rules. Confirm the live entry form before applying.