In-Person & Online Exhibit
November 1 - 14, 2026
National Arts Club
15 Gramercy Park South
New York, NY 10003
National Arts Club
15 Gramercy Park South
New York, NY 10003
Online at thenawa.org November 1 – November 30, 2026
Eligibility
This exhibit is only for members juried in Spring 2026 and Fall 2026.
All submissions will be automatically accepted and shown online at thenawa.org. Online is also available as an option in lieu of in-person.
All submissions will be automatically accepted and shown online at thenawa.org. Online is also available as an option in lieu of in-person.
Entry Guidelines
- Each new member is entitled to exhibit one artwork. If within size limit, please submit artwork that you used for your application submission for membership. Submit 1 jpeg on the application. Alternative pieces that do fit in the size range can be submitted.
- Work must be for sale; artist receives 70%; NAWA receives 30% commission
- Completed application designates waiver approval
- Submit $35 administrative processing fee
Entry Fee
- $35 administrative processing fee for one entry.
- Entry fees are the same for both in person and online only.
- All entries will be shown online.
- All fees are non-refundable.
Instructions
- Wall hung artwork must be wired for hanging. Please TEST the weight bearing of your hanging wire. Metal or wood frames are preferred. Unframed work is allowed, but must be finished on all sides. No sawtooth hangers, no exceptions.
- Please use plexiglass – glass is accepted for pastel work only.
- 2-Dimensional work: Maximum size 20” in any direction x 2”D. Measurements including frame, no exceptions.
- 3D Sculpture; ONLY 8 sculptures will be exhibited in person, first come first served. The first 8 applicants to request display will be notified by October 15th to ensure timely delivery or drop off of the work on site. Maximum size: 12” high x 12” wide x 12” deep. Maximum weight: 20 lb.
- For sculpture or 3-D mixed media, 2 images, each showing a different view of the work, are allowed.
- Sculpture should be photographed against a plain solid white or black background.
- Additional sculptures may be entered for online exhibition only. No maximum size.
- No ceiling hung artwork
- No reproductions of original artworks, by gicleé or otherwise will be considered- all artwork represented must be original, allowing for original digital artwork to be fine-quality printout. Digital media is acceptable if labeled with “digital” somewhere in the medium label.
- Jpeg images must meet professional web standards. Blurry, poorly lit, or watermarked image will be disqualified as most NAWA exhibits including this one, are also shown on the NAWA website.
- Do not include any frame or extraneous background in your photo. Please crop to the precise image, unless it is circular or of an irregular shape—then, shoot image against a plain solid black or white background.
Delivery/shipping
- Hand delivery or ship work to National Association of Women Artists, Inc. c/o The National Arts Club 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY 10003, delivered either Thurs October 29, 11am – 4pm or Fri October 30, 11am – 4pm. If shipping, a pre-paid barcoded return shipping label (UPS/FEDEX only) should be placed in a normal size shipping box (we cannot store oversized boxes). KEEP this information for your records, NAWA is not able, or responsible, to track shipments once they are picked up by the carrier. NO PACKING PEANUTS, or work will be returned- TELL YOUR SHIPPER!
- Pick up dates for hand delivery – Sun November 15, 2025, 10am - 4pm. Shipped work will be mailed asap.
- Artwork MUST be for sale. Please encourage sales and share with your followers! Commission is 70% to the artist, 30% to nawa
- NO CHANGES may be made on price, title or any information after submission
- All work in the exhibit must remain available for sale through NOVEMBER 30, 2026.
Entry Agreement
The entry application & payment will serve as the entrants’ agreement to all conditions (including the waiver below) set forth in this prospectus. Entries will be disqualified for failure to follow these instructions.
NAWA Waiver
Please read carefully, your delivery signifies agreement with NAWA
My application for entry into the NAWA New Signature Members Exhibition 2026, located at the National Arts Club 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY 10003 and online at thenawa.org binds me to the agreement as stated below, and I am to hold available said artwork from notification of acceptance on or around submission date of September 21, 2026 until the online end date of NOVEMBER 30, 2026.
I hereby declare I am the owner and creator of the original artwork being submitted by me, both as to the artwork's physical manifestation and the copyright of said work.
Original art based upon another’s intellectual property is not eligible for entry in NAWA exhibitions, even if permission has been obtained from the source.
Artwork generated through artificial intelligence based upon a third party's intellectual property will not be accepted.
Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) assisted, as a minor component (not entirely AI generated or underpainted) and digital media are acceptable if labeled with “digital” and/or “AI assisted” somewhere in the medium label. Original digital artwork IS acceptable as a fine-quality printout.
If AI is determined by the submission and not declared, it will be disqualified. Please be honest about your chosen medium.
I understand that my work may not be included if it fails to meet professional presentation standards (as determined by the Exhibitions Committee), including but not limited to: unprofessional framing, sawtooth hangers (must be professionally wired), or delivering wrong work.
I hereby waive any and all claims against the National Association of Women Artists, Inc., as well as their employees, officers, directors and committee personnel.
My application for entry into the NAWA New Signature Members Exhibition 2026, located at the National Arts Club 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY 10003 and online at thenawa.org binds me to the agreement as stated below, and I am to hold available said artwork from notification of acceptance on or around submission date of September 21, 2026 until the online end date of NOVEMBER 30, 2026.
I hereby declare I am the owner and creator of the original artwork being submitted by me, both as to the artwork's physical manifestation and the copyright of said work.
Original art based upon another’s intellectual property is not eligible for entry in NAWA exhibitions, even if permission has been obtained from the source.
Artwork generated through artificial intelligence based upon a third party's intellectual property will not be accepted.
Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) assisted, as a minor component (not entirely AI generated or underpainted) and digital media are acceptable if labeled with “digital” and/or “AI assisted” somewhere in the medium label. Original digital artwork IS acceptable as a fine-quality printout.
If AI is determined by the submission and not declared, it will be disqualified. Please be honest about your chosen medium.
I understand that my work may not be included if it fails to meet professional presentation standards (as determined by the Exhibitions Committee), including but not limited to: unprofessional framing, sawtooth hangers (must be professionally wired), or delivering wrong work.
I hereby waive any and all claims against the National Association of Women Artists, Inc., as well as their employees, officers, directors and committee personnel.
Nevertheless, for the purpose of this agreement, I agree that the stated value of the artwork shall be One U.S.Dollar (1USD, $1), in the event of any loss or damage to the piece of artwork.
I agree to allow an image of my artwork to be exhibited or to be used without charge for advertising and/or promotion in the furtherance of the Exhibition, and for other purposes including, but not limited to traditional media, social media, website, as well for public relations, prior to and/or during or after the Exhibition. In the case of the latter- after the exhibit, NAWA will ask permission if use is requested. The waiver still holds you to use for publicity on traditional media and the NAWA website.
My work is to be available for sale at the price hereinbefore agreed on. I agree that if my work is sold during the exhibition, I will pay NAWA Headquarters 30%, and I will retain 70% of the selling price. For payments through the NAWA website (QR codes), PayPal fees 1.99% + .49 per transaction. will be deducted from the price before commissions to the venue, NAWA, and the artist. If payment is made through NAWA database (by phone), fees may differ depending on the credit card used.
Point of release clause: the work on exhibition is considered part of the exhibition from the point of submission and between the dates of receiving notice of acceptance and the close of exhibition. NAWA retains the right of discretion not to exhibit artworks if they do not meet the requirements of NAWA show standards, or contain any inflammatory or offensive materials.
Labels: NAWA is a not-for-profit art organization, and as such will not list anything other than the name of the artist, the title of the work, its dimensions, medium and price on the labels.
In the event of a dispute with regard to this Waiver Agreement, we agree that all disputes must be adjudicated in a State Court in the County, City and State of New York (i.e., Manhattan), under the Laws of the State of New York, without regard to choice of law rules.
Note: The use of the National Association of Women Artists, Inc.'s logo, without prior written permission is prohibited. The use of the registered Trademark Seal and the logo of the National Association of Women Artists, Inc. for any personal or business use on any documents, postcards, invitations, and other promotional materials and communications is a violation of law.
Entry to this exhibition denotes my agreement to the policies of this Waiver.
I agree to allow an image of my artwork to be exhibited or to be used without charge for advertising and/or promotion in the furtherance of the Exhibition, and for other purposes including, but not limited to traditional media, social media, website, as well for public relations, prior to and/or during or after the Exhibition. In the case of the latter- after the exhibit, NAWA will ask permission if use is requested. The waiver still holds you to use for publicity on traditional media and the NAWA website.
My work is to be available for sale at the price hereinbefore agreed on. I agree that if my work is sold during the exhibition, I will pay NAWA Headquarters 30%, and I will retain 70% of the selling price. For payments through the NAWA website (QR codes), PayPal fees 1.99% + .49 per transaction. will be deducted from the price before commissions to the venue, NAWA, and the artist. If payment is made through NAWA database (by phone), fees may differ depending on the credit card used.
Point of release clause: the work on exhibition is considered part of the exhibition from the point of submission and between the dates of receiving notice of acceptance and the close of exhibition. NAWA retains the right of discretion not to exhibit artworks if they do not meet the requirements of NAWA show standards, or contain any inflammatory or offensive materials.
Labels: NAWA is a not-for-profit art organization, and as such will not list anything other than the name of the artist, the title of the work, its dimensions, medium and price on the labels.
In the event of a dispute with regard to this Waiver Agreement, we agree that all disputes must be adjudicated in a State Court in the County, City and State of New York (i.e., Manhattan), under the Laws of the State of New York, without regard to choice of law rules.
Note: The use of the National Association of Women Artists, Inc.'s logo, without prior written permission is prohibited. The use of the registered Trademark Seal and the logo of the National Association of Women Artists, Inc. for any personal or business use on any documents, postcards, invitations, and other promotional materials and communications is a violation of law.
Entry to this exhibition denotes my agreement to the policies of this Waiver.
Image and Filename Specifications
- File Format: Submit original, high-quality JPEG image files. Other formats (e.g., PNG, TIFF) are not accepted.
- Crop Your Image: Ensure only the artwork itself is visible in the image. Do not show any visible matting, frames, or background distractions.
- Orientation: Make sure your image is oriented correctly (right side up) so that the artwork appears in its intended viewing direction.
- Image Size: You do not need to resize your image files before uploading. The system will automatically resize them. Smaller images cannot be enlarged to meet the requirements, so ensure your images are high resolution before uploading.
- File Names: You do not need to rename your files before uploading them. The system will handle any file naming requirements.
- File Size: There is a 30MB maximum file size limit. Larger image files will take longer to upload and process.
Additional Entry Information
- You will pay for your entry by credit or debit card using our secure checkout system.
- After your entry is submitted and paid for, you may log back in to review your entry, edit artist and image information, and substitute your image up until the entry deadline (October 19, 2026.)
- Entry fees are not refundable and must be submitted and paid by the entry deadline.
- Entries cannot be accepted or changed after the deadline. Incomplete entries will be disqualified.
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