2026 Abstract Art Exhibit
2026 ABSTRACT ART EXHIBIT - Transforming Reality
Online Entry: March 31, 2026
Receiving: Friday, April 3, 12 - 3:30 PM l Saturday, April 4, 10:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Opening Reception: Thursday, April 9 l 6:00 - 7:00 PM
On Exhibit: April 9 - April 30, 2026
Entry Fees:
Judge: Alex Ranniello (bio below)
Online Entry: March 31, 2026
Receiving: Friday, April 3, 12 - 3:30 PM l Saturday, April 4, 10:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Opening Reception: Thursday, April 9 l 6:00 - 7:00 PM
On Exhibit: April 9 - April 30, 2026
Entry Fees:
- Members $25.00 for first entry, $5 for second entry
- Non-Members $30.00 for first entry, $5 for second entry
Judge: Alex Ranniello (bio below)
“Art does not reproduce the visible; rather, it makes visible.”
- Paul Klee, Creative Credo
- Paul Klee, Creative Credo
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1. Submit your images and information digitally by March 31, 2026 *
2. You will then be directed to our payment webpage 3. Complete your entry by delivering art to Gallery 53 at the dates/times listed above for receiving |
We constantly seek to support new artists, new voices, new work. By dedicating an exhibit to abstract art, we hope to attract those new voices as well as provide exposure for our member artists' more experimental, less traditional work. Paintings, drawings, photographs, digital compositions and sculptures will be accepted.
Transforming Reality: the 2026 Abstract Art Show will be on exhibit in the gallery through the month of April. By entering online, you'll be included in the virtual exhibit and may be posted on our social media.* Detailed entry information is below.
Transforming Reality: the 2026 Abstract Art Show will be on exhibit in the gallery through the month of April. By entering online, you'll be included in the virtual exhibit and may be posted on our social media.* Detailed entry information is below.
ENTRY INFORMATION
NOTE: Please review the detailed information below before entering. If you have any questions, contact the gallery.
ELIGIBILITY
FEES:
ELIGIBILITY:
PRESENTATION
SALES COMMISSION
PICKUP: Friday May 1, 12 - 3:30 pm Sat., May 2, 10 - 1:45 pm
LOSS/DAMAGE
Gallery 53/ACAM assumes no responsibility for loss or damage sustained to any piece at any time. Every reasonable effort will be taken to prevent damage or loss.
Work submitted must be appropriate to be viewed by visitors of all ages, including children. The Gallery 53 Board of Directors reserves the right to reject any work that is not appropriate for our audience.
Your signature on the entry label form signifies your agreement with the terms above.
- Members $25.00 for first entry, $5 for second entry
- Non-Member $30.00 for first entry, $5 for second entry
ELIGIBILITY:
- Limit 2 entries
- Paintings (oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, mixed media); drawings, photography, digital compositions and sculpture
- All entries must be original - your design & composition (from your own sketches and photos) as well as your own execution.
PRESENTATION
- All entries must be ready to hang: framed and wired and ready for hanging. No SAWTOOTH.
- Work more than 42" wide accepted at discretion of selection committee
- Entry Labels will be available at the gallery when you deliver your work. A label must be completed, signed and accompany each piece. Each label has 2 parts, (top and bottom) containing the same information.
- Affix the label to the lower left-hand corner of the work on the back of the frame. One half of the label will extend below the frame
SALES COMMISSION
- A 30% commission will be taken on sold items
- NO price on request.
- Not for sale (NFS) is OK
PICKUP: Friday May 1, 12 - 3:30 pm Sat., May 2, 10 - 1:45 pm
LOSS/DAMAGE
Gallery 53/ACAM assumes no responsibility for loss or damage sustained to any piece at any time. Every reasonable effort will be taken to prevent damage or loss.
Work submitted must be appropriate to be viewed by visitors of all ages, including children. The Gallery 53 Board of Directors reserves the right to reject any work that is not appropriate for our audience.
Your signature on the entry label form signifies your agreement with the terms above.
PRIZES
Gallery 53 will be awarding the following prizes:
Best in Show - In Memory of Philip Statlender - $150
1st Place - In Memory of Michael Rohde - $125
2nd Place - $100
3rd Place - The Florence & Russell Hanson Photography Award - $75.00
Best in Show - In Memory of Philip Statlender - $150
1st Place - In Memory of Michael Rohde - $125
2nd Place - $100
3rd Place - The Florence & Russell Hanson Photography Award - $75.00
DIGITAL ENTRY GUIDELINES
When you enter the exhibit online, you will be asked for the following information:
- Required Information:
- Name
- Email
- Title
- Medium
- Selling price
- 1 Digital Photo per entry
- Optional Information
- Dimensions
- Description
- G53 prefers JPEG images, 72 dpi
- NOTE: The name, title(s) and selling price(s) you enter on the form will appear in our exhibit program. Please be sure your information is correct before you submit. We may not be able to accomodate requests to change titles, prices, etc.
- Gallery 53 reserves the right to decline to use images that are not acceptable quality
- Questions on online entries? Contact [email protected]
ABOUT ALEX RANNIELLO
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Alex Ranniello is an award-winning artist based in Enfield, Connecticut with a focus in portrait & figure painting. His work captures the pinnacle of summertime in a way that captures the human spirit. Through deep investigation, he couples unique compositions with robust colors, dynamic subjects and luscious warm scenery all wrapped up into a thought provoking viewing experience. His north star has always been creating art that speaks to the soul, that is accessible at every level (for the public) and never compromises on beauty. Many of his influences derive from icons of 20th century West Coast portrait/figure painting tradition.
In addition to his studio practice, Alex is a state-renowned muralist, arts program administrator, gallery board member, guest curator, lecturer, and juror. Over the years, he’s additionally served as a workshop instructor, collegiate visiting artist, as well as arts event community programmer - all devoted to advocacy for the arts in Connecticut. In 2018, Alex completed his accredited solo residency at A.I.R. Studios-Paducah (KY) and since 2017 has been featured in over 120 group & solo exhibitions across the Connecticut Tri-state region. Alex is the current Vice Chair/Artistic Director of InterCommunity Gallery in East Hartford. |
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You can still enter in person at the gallery on April 3rd or April 4th, but your work may not be included on our website or social media.
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