ViewPoints 2026

Each year, Studio Montclair invites artists to submit their work covering an expansive range of subjects, approaches, and mediums, using both traditional and contemporary forms of visual creativity, providing a vibrant window into the breadth of talent within New Jersey and beyond.

Download prospectus.

Studio Montclair seeks entries for its 28th Annual Open Juried Exhibition “ViewPoints 2026”.

This prestigious juried exhibition will run from April 24 to June 5 at Studio Montclair’s Leach Gallery, 641 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ.

The Opening Reception and announcement of cash awards will take place on Friday, April 24, from 6 to 8pm.

Each year, Studio Montclair invites artists to submit their work covering an expansive range of subjects, approaches, and mediums, using both traditional and contemporary forms of visual creativity, providing a vibrant window into the breadth of talent within New Jersey and beyond.

JUROR: Jeanne Brasile is currently the Executive Director at the Hunterdon Art Museum. She has curated exhibitions at Index Art Center, SITE Festival/Arts in Bushwick, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, The Walsh Gallery at Seton Hall University and the Tony Smith Sculpture Project. She earned her B.A. in art history/studio art from Ramapo College of New Jersey and her M.A. in Museum Studies at Seton Hall University. 

Brasile’s curatorial practice is focused on working with emerging and mid-career artists in non-profit venues. She is particularly engaged in developing exhibitions outside the white cube with an emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches to curating and art-making. This approach is enhanced by her roles as an educator, arts advocate, writer and artist. She is most interested in developing exhibitions that engage non-traditional audiences while challenging viewers to re-think their perceptions about art and the role of the museum/gallery. 

VENUE 
Studio Montclair’s Leach Gallery, 641 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ

ELIGIBILITY
This exhibition is an OPEN CALL to all artists

ENTRY FEE
For 3 works: SMI Members: $37; Non-members: $42;                             $6/each additional work; maximum of 5.

 ENTRY PROCEDURE

●Online entry via CaFE only.

● Artists may submit a maximum of 5 JPEG images.

● All mediums accepted including videos and installations.

● Work previously shown in any SMI exhibition will not be accepted.

● Regarding JPEG file format images: files should be at least 300 dpi and minimum size of 1600 pixels on the longest side. We will accept lower resolution images, but please note that those images cannot be used for publicity. Digital images should be cropped to show only your artwork. If edges are irregular, it is best to photograph against a black background.

● Submit work that will be available for the duration of the exhibition. No substitutions will be accepted after selections are finalized.

● No giclee reproductions of original art accepted

 SPECIFICATIONS

● 2D Work: Maximum of five feet in any direction including frame, not to exceed 30 lbs. Wall-hung art must be properly wired for hanging – no saw-tooth hangers, no string, no missing hardware. Stretched canvas may have finished painted edges or strip framing. No large decorative frames. Gallery format framing only. Visit SMI website for framing requirements.

● 3D wall work:  Maximum 4 feet in any direction, MAXIMUM 12 inch depth, not to exceed 30 lbs.

● Sculpture: not to exceed 3 feet in any direction. Artists may be asked to supply their own pedestals if necessary.

● Video: mov, mp4, and wmv files will be accepted up to 500Mb. Electronic and digital works must be ready to show — artists may need to provide all components.

● Floor installation: Maximum 36 x 36 x 72 inches, not to exceed 100 lbs.

● NO ceiling hung work.

● Work not conforming to the submission requirements will be rejected.

LIABILITY: Studio Montclair does not provide insurance for theft, loss or damage of artwork while the artwork is in transit or while it is on display at its venues. All artists should have their work insured if they feel it necessary. Studio Montclair will make every possible effort to handle all artwork with care and respect.

SALES: 30% donation will be retained by SMI on all sales.  Works available for sale will be sold at the price indicated on the entry form. No changes in price will be permitted upon acceptance. Works not for sale should be listed NFS.

USAGE OF IMAGES: Studio Montclair reserves the right to photograph and use accepted work for documentation, website, publicity, social media, or catalog purposes.

GALLERY SITTING: Exhibiting artists residing within 25 miles of Leach Gallery are required to gallery sit for a minimum of two (2) hours during the run of the show. Alternatively, if artists are unable to gallery sit, they may pay a $40 fee to cover the cost of hiring a sitter.  Artists may sign up here: Gallery Sit.

“Artist in the House” marketing will be afforded to all exhibiting artist gallery sitters.

AGREEMENT: Entering your work in this exhibition constitutes an acceptance of all the requirements set forth in this prospectus.

Need help? Send your questions to: exhibitions@studiomontclair.org

IMPORTANT DATES

Exhibition Dates: April 26 to June 5, 2026

Entry Deadline:  Friday, February 20, 2026

Notification Date: Week of March 2, 2026

Delivery of Artwork by Hand to Leach Gallery, 641 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair: April 10, 5-7pm & April 11, 10am – 1pm.

Delivery of Artwork by Shipping in strict coordination with Studio Montclair: by Thursday, April 16, 2026

Opening Reception & Announcement of Cash Awards: Friday, April 24, 2026, 6 – 8pm

Pickup of Unsold Artwork: Friday, June 5, 5-7pm & Saturday, June 6, 10am-1pm

ENTRY FEE
Studio Montclair Members: $37 for up to 3 works; Non-members: $42 for up to 3 works; Up to 2 Additional works: $6/each image; Maximum of 5.

 ENTRY PROCEDURE

● Online entry via CaFE only.

● Artists may submit a maximum of 5 JPEG images.

● All mediums accepted including videos and installations.

● Work previously shown in any SMI exhibition will not be accepted.

● Regarding JPEG file format images: files should be at least 300 dpi and minimum size of 1600 pixels on the longest side. We will accept lower resolution images, but please note that those images cannot be used for publicity. Digital images should be cropped to show only your artwork. If edges are irregular, it is best to photograph against a black background.

● Submit work that will be available for the duration of the exhibition. No substitutions will be accepted after selections are finalized.

● No giclee reproductions of original art accepted

Open to all fine artists.