About the Open Call

250 years ago, the United States of America’s Declaration of Independence stated that the 'pursuit of happiness' is an 'unalienable right'. This pursuit is, and always has been, challenged by circumstance. Artists are asked to explore: What overarching challenges to this pursuit have you observed in your country, the world or the planet? What does it mean to pursue? Why is happiness different for different people? What happiness have you seen? The gallery looks forward to seeing a wide variety of interpretations of this theme. Exhibit Dates: February 21 – May 17, 2026.

What is Offered

Participation in a juried group exhibition at Nails in the Wall Gallery from February 21 to May 17, 2026.

Requirements

Open to all mediums except art created solely by using AI technology. Maximum of 5 entries per artist. International artists are welcome.

How to Apply

Artists are invited to submit up to 5 entries by email to exhibits@stlukesmetuchen.org, or submit online through the gallery's website. Images must be named using the format: title_size_medium (e.g., flowers_8x10_painting). Size should be in inches. Do not include your name in the image file name.