Between Here & Becoming - Virtual Exhibition & Print Catalog, Curated by Sergio Gomez

SUBMIT

Deadline: March 1, 2026

Between Here & Becoming is an exploration of liminal space, the quiet, often unspoken moments of transition that exist between who we have been and who we are becoming. This exhibition centers uncertainty, thresholds, and states of waiting as meaningful sites of transformation rather than moments to rush through or resolve. We're seeking work that reflects identity in motion: bodies, landscapes, relationships, and inner worlds caught mid-shift. Tenderness, vulnerability, and ambiguity are not treated as weaknesses, but as essential conditions for growth. In honoring the in-between, Between Here & Becoming invites viewers to sit with flux, to recognize themselves within change, and to find meaning in the unfolding rather than the arrival.

Eligibility: Artists of all backgrounds, disciplines, and experience levels are invited to submit their work for consideration. Must be 18+ to submit.

We accept all 2D & 3D mediums, including painting, drawing, photography, digital, prints, fiber art, collage, mixed media, sculpture, ceramics, and installation art. We do not accept film or video at this time.

Magazine & Catalog Feature:

This exhibition will be featured in our biannual print magazine, New Visionary. Additionally, a print catalog will be available, showcasing all the artists included in the exhibition.

About Sergio Gomez, Guest Curator:

Sergio Gomez is a visual artist, gallery director, author, and podcast host known for his large-scale figurative abstraction paintings and charcoal drawings that explore the cycles of life. Based in South Florida after years in Chicago, his work has been featured in over 45 solo exhibitions across the U.S. and internationally in museums in Romania, Italy, Mexico, and Vienna, as well as in over 150 group exhibitions worldwide. He is the Director of Exhibitions at the Zhou B Art Center and founder of 33 Contemporary Gallery, curating over 100 exhibitions, including the renowned National Wet Paint MFA and National Self Portrait Annual. Sergio co-founded Art NXT Level®, a coaching platform for artists, and hosts the popular Art NXT Level podcast with 375+ episodes. As co-author of Crush Self-Sabotage and Live Fully!, he empowers artists to build sustainable careers. 

Additional info:

You may submit 1-2 images of your work for $25, 3-4 images for $30, or 5-6 images for $35.

You do not need to include the dates of artwork that you submit.

Work does not have to be for sale to be included in this exhibition. We include work that is for sale, along with work that is not available.

Requirements:

  • Please be sure to include high-quality images of your work, 72 DPI, minimum 800 pixels wide

  • All images must be cropped to show only the artwork (with the exception of 3D work)

  • Bio, 300 words max

  • Artist Statement, 300 words max

  • Files no larger than 10 MB

This virtual exhibition will be presented in Spring 2026. 

All exhibitions are presented to our website visionaryartcollective.com and promoted on our social media platform: @visionaryartcollective

All communication regarding this exhibition will take place via Submittable. Artists will be notified within 6-8 weeks after the deadline.

Visionary Art Collective’s mission is to support contemporary artists through thoughtful curation, professional opportunities., and educational programs. Submission fees directly support the work behind each exhibition and publication, including curator honorariums, fair compensation for our team, and the production of exhibitions and catalogs. These fees help ensure that each opportunity is approached with care, integrity, and a commitment to supporting artists at a high professional standard. Please note that submission feeds are non-refundable.