Call for Entries into the Lakeside Statewide Juried Art Exhibition

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The 29th Annual Lakeside Statewide Juried Art Exhibition is now accepting entries from artists 18 years of age or older who have lived or worked in New York State over the last two years. Acceptable media include drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, printmaking, photography, digital media, ceramics, and fine craft. The entry deadline is March 4, 2026, and $1,000 in prize money will be awarded, including $300 for Best of Show.

Why it matters

The Lakeside Statewide Juried Art Exhibition is a prestigious annual event that provides a platform for emerging and established artists in New York to showcase their work and be recognized. It attracts submissions from across the state and offers significant prize money, making it an important opportunity for artists to gain exposure and advance their careers.

The details

The exhibition is open to all artists 18 and older who have lived or worked in New York State over the last two years. Acceptable media include drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, printmaking, photography, digital media, ceramics, and fine craft. The entry deadline is 11:59pm on March 4, 2026, and the opening reception will be held on March 28th from 7-9pm, with the awards ceremony at 8pm.

• The entry deadline is 11:59pm on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
• The opening reception will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 7-9pm, with the awards ceremony at 8pm.

What’s next

Artists interested in submitting work for the exhibition should visit the Art Association of Oswego's website at OswegoArts.org for the full prospectus and entry instructions.