International Art Competition 2014

Is an ideal way to gain valuable exposure for your artwork, increase your confidence, and exhibit your talent to a wider audience. The Chelsea International Fine Art Competition is an excellent opportunity to foster your talent and develop the resume of a successful, professional artist.

With a distinguished panel of jurors and more than $70, 000 in valuable prizes the 2016 Chelsea International Fine Art Competition is an event not to be missed.

The competition is open to visual artists from around the world at any stage in their careers. Artists are invited to submit in any of the following mediums: painting, sculpture, photography, drawing, printing, mixed media, and print. Art submitted to the competition will be reviewed by a panel of expert jurors, each representing a different field in the art world, ensuring a fair and balanced judgment process.

Agora Gallery’s director, Angela Di Bello, offers the following advice to artists: “The Chelsea International Fine Art Competition is a wonderful way to keep your artwork in front of important museum curators and art experts. Stay connected to the international art scene through competitions, let others see your work, and have your work create a dialogue with other artists.”

Artist Testimonials

“It simply felt ‘right’ and I was intrigued and appreciative of the international aspect. I couldn’t have been more happy to see my work shown along with such an extraordinary group of artists!”
- United States - 2015 Selected Artist

“I decided to enter when I saw that there were seven jurors from four different countries. This seemed important to me since I felt that the number of diverse jurors would mean fair adjudication of everyone's work...I have painted for many years and exhibited many times, but I never felt confident to call myself an artist. Now I feel that I can do so.”
Patti Fontaine - Canada - 2015 Selected Artist

“Upon seeing my work displayed at Agora I was proud to be part of such a high quality and diverse exhibition...Winning the competition has affirmed my confidence in my works and direction as an artist. It has also made me realise that you need to seize the opportunities and engage with a broader artistic community.”
Sue Howard - Australia - 2015 Selected Artist

“I have taken part in many galleries, but I must confess that the professionalism that the Agora staff has shown, did not, in my view, have an equal...It is my intention to enter the competition again and again, as I consider it an opportunity that need not be missed.”
- United Kingdom - 2015 Selected Artist

“This was the first time that my artwork was exhibited outside Canada. Considering that 2 pieces were sold and the positive feedback that I received boosted my confidence in what I am doing.”
- Canada - 2014 Selected Artist

“Winning the competition allowed me to feel more confident in my work, and increased my exposure in the art world. I have nothing but praise for the competition staff and the staff at Agora Gallery. It was the best experience I’ve ever had in any gallery. I would love to enter again and have recommended the competition to many artists.”