2026 Art for the View - An Exhibition Celebrating Artists with Disabilities

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking submissions from artists with disabilities around the world who believe in encouraging the creative spirit in everyone, revealing that this spirit is our most valuable human resource, a universal form of communication, and one that does not diminish with disability.

Welcome, New and Returning Artists. The 2026 Sunnyview Art for the View Call for Entries is now open!

The exhibit, featuring art and fine crafts by artists with disabilities, will debut at a ticketed Art for the View event in November 2026. The exhibit will remain on display into December. All artwork on display is for sale.

We encourage emerging artists and experienced artists alike to enter. We welcome all media. We strongly encourage jewelry and fine-craft artists to submit their work for consideration.

The online application is free, very short, and easy to complete. Up to two (2) pieces may be submitted for consideration.

On behalf of Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital, we invite you to submit your work to Art for the View. 

For over 97 years, Sunnyview has been leading the field in physical disability rehabilitation services in New York. In an effort to expand on its mission to improve the lives of people with disabilities, Sunnyview's Viewpoint Gallery collects artwork created exclusively by artists with disabilities. By exhibiting works of art throughout the facility, we hope that our growing collection will inspire patients and visitors alike to reach beyond limitations and encourage everyone to explore their own abilities and creativity.

Please continue to read the important information below.

*This opportunity is specific to artists with disabilities. The disability might be visible, such as for someone who uses a wheelchair or cane, or a disabling condition that is invisible to others, such as arthritis, MS, deafness, among others.

Open to artists with physical, cognitive, visual, and hearing disabilities. Only work executed after the onset of disability or injury is eligible. Works must have been completed within the last seven years. All works must be for sale. Reproduction prints will not be accepted.  UP TO TWO (2) PIECES CAN BE SUBMITTED.

Eligible media:

Eligible sizes:

Frame size: Height maximum 36”

Sculpture:  Weight maximum 25 lbs.

Framing & finishing: All works must be framed, wired, and ready to hang.

Please substitute Plexiglas for glass when framing two-dimensional work; glass may only be used for pastel.  

Each artist should submit one to two images of each piece they wish to be considered for the exhibit. Each submission must include the artwork title, year completed, medium, and dimensions (Height X Width X Length).  A biography and artist statement are required for submission. Artists will be able to attach documents to the Call for Entry. This application should be completed no later than August 27th to be considered for the exhibition.

In the event of a sale, artists earn 75% of the proceeds from the sale of exhibited work. Payments are made by check in U.S. dollars after the close of the exhibition. A consignment agreement will be included with notification of all artwork accepted for exhibition. All artwork will be sold as is, including frame.

By applying to this exhibition, permission is granted to allow Sunnyview to photograph, publicize, and reproduce the works submitted for the show, in whole or in part, for various types of publicity, education, or development. This right is perpetual and non-royalty-bearing.

Initial review of submissions will be conducted by the Art for the View selection committee and a panel of jurors. Accepted and non-accepted artists will be notified by September 30th.  Artists will receive further instructions if work is accepted.

Shipping instructions will be sent to accepted artists. Each artist will be responsible for shipping artwork to and from the exhibition, insured in new, sturdy, reusable cartons or crates. The exhibition sponsor will not be responsible for any loss or damage during the initial transfer. The artist will assume payment responsibility for the return shipment(s) of artwork.

Distinguished members of the Capital Region arts community serve as our selection jury and award a Best in Show prize valued at $500.

REMINDERS:

• All works must be sent ready for display.
• When stating selling price, it should reflect framed artwork.
• Acceptance of a work based on electronic images does not guarantee inclusion.
• The Selection Committee reserves the right to make the final selection for exhibition when viewing actual work.
• All Applications must be completed in full by August 27th. Accepted and non-accepted artists will be notified no later than September 30th. 

For questions, contact Catherine Gilbert at

Catherine.Gilbert@sphp.com or

(518) 382-4586 

• Each artist should submit one to two images of each piece they wish to be considered for the exhibit.
• Each submission must include title of the artwork, year completed, medium, and dimensions (Height X Width X Length).
• A biography and artist statement are required for submission.
• Artists will be able to attach documents to the Call for Entry.
• This application should be completed no later than August 27th to be considered for the exhibition.

• Open to artists with physical, cognitive, visual, and hearing disabilities.
• Only work executed after the onset of disability or injury is eligible.
• Works must have been completed within the last seven years.
• All works must be for sale.
• Reproduction prints will not be accepted.