About the Open Call

Strata Gallery invites submissions for Stratas of New Mexico Art 2026, an exhibition honoring the expansive creative vision of artists living and working in New Mexico. This exhibition seeks to illuminate the layered and multifaceted nature of the state’s artistic community, offering a platform for works that embody its vitality and unique character. All media is welcome, including painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, textiles, and mixed media. The gallery promotes a range of diverse and authentic individual expressions independent of commercial concern.

What is Offered

Selected artists will have their work featured in a juried exhibition at Strata Gallery in Santa Fe. Artists retain 80% of sales proceeds (20% gallery commission).

Requirements

Applicants must be current residents of New Mexico. All artwork must be hang-ready with proper hardware, not exceed 40 lbs, and be no larger than 60” x 60”. Work must be hand-delivered and picked up in person at the gallery; no shipped work will be accepted. Selected work must remain available for the entire duration of the exhibition (April 7 – April 24, 2026).

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the CaFÉ (Call for Entry) website. Applicants are required to provide an artist statement and bio combo (written in third person, max 1000 characters), an optional CV (PDF), and 3 to 6 high-quality artwork images in .jpg format.