Dedicated to discovering and presenting new talent
NY Art Competitions is a division of The New York Fine Arts Group, that was established in 1984 by the late Miki Stiles, an artist who wanted to break into the NY art market and opened her own gallery, Agora Gallery. Ever since, NY Art Competitions has been providing artists/with competition opportunities to benefit them in advancing in their careers and promoting their work to a greater audience. Our competitions for artists and photographers from around the world offer awards such as cash prizes, international exposure, participation in art fairs and exhibitions. New York Art Competitions hosts four (4) annual juried art competitions. Artists may enter more than one competition.
Our Team
Carolina Carilo
Competitions Coordinator, has a BFA in Fine Arts and a postgraduate degree in Art Education. Carolina has worked many years organizing competitions, and being an artist herself she loves assisting artists during the competitions.
Andra Bilici
Social Media Coordinator, studied Philology, PR & Communication while pursuing her passion and interest for art. Andra enjoys integrating contemporary art into the fast-paced social media world.
Nicole Conquilla
Customer Service Assistant
Erizalde Panergo
Customer Service Assistant
Artists Testimonials
My experience with Agora gallery and the CIPC has been solid from start to finish. Forthright, proactive, professional, helpful, communication throughout. The exhibition itself was well put together and looked great at every level. Thanks for everything!
Bradly Dever Treadaway, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Bradly Dever Treadaway, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Being part of the Photo Competition show at the Agora Gallery was a great experience. The team was very helpful and supportive. It was an honor to be included with all the other artists and the show itself was top notch! I will definitely enter again! Thank you to Agora and NY Art Competitions!
Morgan Anderson, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Morgan Anderson, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
I would HIGHLY recommend that anyone thinking about entering the competition should do so. It was an absolutely amazing experience and I could not believe how packed the opening reception was, at points it was getting hard to move! It was great fun, great exposure, great space and hopefully won’t be the last time!
Bill Stephens (Billamack), United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Bill Stephens (Billamack), United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Being invited and involved with the Chelsea International Photography competition was a wonderful and seamless experience. Every one was beyond helpful, cordial and well organized re getting the work there. The collection of images was fabulous- I was honored to have made the cut. Opening night was a wonderful event-so many interested viewers, and fellow artists. Many thanks for the opportunity to show my work in Chelsea!
Jo Ann Chau, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Jo Ann Chau, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
The Chelsea International Photography Competition was a wonderful experience for me! The Gallery is situated in the heart of the Manhattan Art District and is a lovely exhibition space. The team at the Agora Gallery was very efficient and professional. Their social media promotion is a boost for any artist! This is an opportunity not to be missed!
Monique Fillion, Canada, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Monique Fillion, Canada, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Thanks to Agora Gallery for a memorable week. The professional exhibition arrangement makes everyone’s works shine in the exhibition hall. We tell the story of creation with the guests. This is the proudest moment for every artist. And thanks to the jurors for their choice. It’s great to see so many wonderful artists publicly creating Spaces. Photography is the medium through which we record our lives and create stories. We all have a presence here.
Man Zhu, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Man Zhu, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
My overall impression was that the competition and exhibition were very well prepared. The gallery is well maintained and the personnel was impeccable. Hopefully I will have more collaborations in the future. I strongly recommend artists to apply to the Chelsea International Fine Art competition.
Sonia Indelicato Roseval, Canada, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Sonia Indelicato Roseval, Canada, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
It was a “wow” moment for me to display my work with artists from different countries. The whole process of the competition is so enriching and educating, rather its jurying, displaying of artworks, marketing and corresponding. It is remarkable to have a chance to work with the very enthusiastic team of Agora Gallery with their remarkable efforts. To participate in the Chelsea International Fine Art Competition is the best chance for any artists to show their work in front of the New York audience. It was overall a memorable experience.
Bhairavi Modi, India, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Bhairavi Modi, India, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
I was honored to be part of the 36th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition Collective exhibition. During all the period, communications with the members of the Agora Gallery has been perfect, constant and always supportive. My picture was digitally exhibited and I think that this has been a great opportunity to show my work to a wider audience, that’s why I warmly suggest to other artist to participate to the future competition.
Ilaria Miani, Italy, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Ilaria Miani, Italy, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
I attended the competition on behalf of Hiromitsu Kato. Thanks to the efforts of the organizers, we had a wonderful experience. Not only was it a valuable experience to be able to exhibit at Agora Gallery, it was also very exciting for me to be able to exchange ideas with artists from all over the world and to hear the evaluations of the people in New York who are connoisseurs of art. I hope that everyone will experience this challenge and sense of accomplishment!
Tomoko Kato on behalf of Hiromitsu Kato, Japan, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Tomoko Kato on behalf of Hiromitsu Kato, Japan, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
It was wonderful to be part of the Chelsea International Fine Art Competition. They gave a great platform for my work to the international art market even during the peak of the pandemic when it was hard to reach an audience. I also felt a lot of warmth from Agora Gallery staff who got in touch with me during the exhibition. Communication was also clear from day one. It was extremely satisfying to see my work in the gallery; everything about it was just perfect.
Shubhi Gupta, Singapore, 2020 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Shubhi Gupta, Singapore, 2020 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
I absolutely loved being part of The 2020 Chelsea International Photography Competition. The team was super professional and supportive during the process. I unfortunately couldn’t attend but felt confident in sending my image across the Ocean and loved seeing the images of “Serenity” in the gallery during the exhibition. I encourage artists to enter and to make the most of the opportunity and look forward to potentially exhibiting in the future.
Marina de Wit, New Zealand, 2019/2020, Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
Marina de Wit, New Zealand, 2019/2020, Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
Participating in the competition has been one of the most exciting experiences of my life. The opportunity to show my work in the great showcase open to the world that is the gallery, is very important for me at this time: nothing less than the opportunity to make myself known at the highest level.
Clara De Bobes, Spain, 2018 Selected Artist for The Latin American Competition
Clara De Bobes, Spain, 2018 Selected Artist for The Latin American Competition
The whole experience of exhibiting in the gallery has been even better than I expected, the staff has always been very kind, always attentive guiding me in every step of the process. I would do it again without thinking and I hope everyone has a chance to participate in the future, it will be a unique and pleasant experience. One that I will never forget.
Daniel Serva, Venezuela, 2018 Selected Artist for Latin American Competition
Daniel Serva, Venezuela, 2018 Selected Artist for Latin American Competition
Two of my favorites takes from this experience have been: Having my work curated by such influential figures in the New York art scene, and being a part of a show with multiple generations of Latin American artists; Artists who have been evolving their practice for 50 years, and young artists like myself that are still learning and developing.
Kevin Quiles Bonilla, Puerto Rico, 2018 Selected Artist for The Latin American Competition
Kevin Quiles Bonilla, Puerto Rico, 2018 Selected Artist for The Latin American Competition
My experience at the Agora Gallery is by far the most satisfying of the many galleries I’ve appeared in. The communication between the gallery and myself have been superb, timely and responsive. Within 2 days of the opening, they have sold 4 out my 5 offerings and the 5th remaining one is getting a great response. I feel honored to be included in this exhibition of truly superb work. Thank you for having me!
Richard Greene, United States, 2018 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
Richard Greene, United States, 2018 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
I am honored to have been selected as a finalist for two consecutive years in the Chelsea International Fine Art Competition! So too, to sell an artwork. It was such an enjoyable experience working with the kind and professional Agora team the first time that I decided to enter again. An invaluable opportunity for any artist.
Emily Jones, Australia, 2018 Selected for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Emily Jones, Australia, 2018 Selected for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
The gallery sold 3 of my photographs! The price of artworks was carefully negotiated to secure the best outcome and any profit from sale transferred in timely manner.
It was a pleasure to work with the Agora Gallery staff, all were very professional, friendly and the communication was excellent!
Artur Golacki, United Kingdom, 2017, Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
It was a pleasure to work with the Agora Gallery staff, all were very professional, friendly and the communication was excellent!
Artur Golacki, United Kingdom, 2017, Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
I was super excited to see my work displayed. I was especially fortunate to have my photo used as the “poster photo” for the show and when we approached the gallery on the way to the opening we saw the poster on a wall with other gallery posters. I was not expecting this and I was so excited and proud. When I saw my work in the gallery everything about the show was professional and I couldn’t have been happier to have been selected for the show.
Vincent Chahley, Canada, 2017 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
Vincent Chahley, Canada, 2017 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
It is always great to know that one's work is being exhibited internationally and in prestigious gallery so it's a feeling recognition after may years of photography.
Stephanus Meyer, Spain, 2017, Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
Stephanus Meyer, Spain, 2017, Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
I consider it has been an important step forward in my career as an artist. Having been selected out of so many international artists contributes to increasing the value of my work.
José María Peña, Spain, 2017 Selected for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
José María Peña, Spain, 2017 Selected for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
This was the first time that my artwork was exhibited outside Canada... two pieces were sold, and the positive feedback that I received boosted my confidence in what I am doing.
Renée De Gagné, Canada, 2014 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Renée De Gagné, Canada, 2014 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
My experience with Agora gallery and the CIPC has been solid from start to finish. Forthright, proactive, professional, helpful, communication throughout. The exhibition itself was well put together and looked great at every level. Thanks for everything!
Bradly Dever Treadaway, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Bradly Dever Treadaway, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Being part of the Photo Competition show at the Agora Gallery was a great experience. The team was very helpful and supportive. It was an honor to be included with all the other artists and the show itself was top notch! I will definitely enter again! Thank you to Agora and NY Art Competitions!
Morgan Anderson, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Morgan Anderson, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
I would HIGHLY recommend that anyone thinking about entering the competition should do so. It was an absolutely amazing experience and I could not believe how packed the opening reception was, at points it was getting hard to move! It was great fun, great exposure, great space and hopefully won’t be the last time!
Bill Stephens (Billamack), United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Bill Stephens (Billamack), United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Being invited and involved with the Chelsea International Photography competition was a wonderful and seamless experience. Every one was beyond helpful, cordial and well organized re getting the work there. The collection of images was fabulous- I was honored to have made the cut. Opening night was a wonderful event-so many interested viewers, and fellow artists. Many thanks for the opportunity to show my work in Chelsea!
Jo Ann Chau, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Jo Ann Chau, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
The Chelsea International Photography Competition was a wonderful experience for me! The Gallery is situated in the heart of the Manhattan Art District and is a lovely exhibition space. The team at the Agora Gallery was very efficient and professional. Their social media promotion is a boost for any artist! This is an opportunity not to be missed!
Monique Fillion, Canada, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Monique Fillion, Canada, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Thanks to Agora Gallery for a memorable week. The professional exhibition arrangement makes everyone’s works shine in the exhibition hall. We tell the story of creation with the guests. This is the proudest moment for every artist. And thanks to the jurors for their choice. It’s great to see so many wonderful artists publicly creating Spaces. Photography is the medium through which we record our lives and create stories. We all have a presence here.
Man Zhu, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
Man Zhu, United States, 2021/2022 Selected Artist for the Photography Competition
I was honored to be part of the 36th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition Collective exhibition. During all the period, communications with the members of the Agora Gallery has been perfect, constant and always supportive. My picture was digitally exhibited and I think that this has been a great opportunity to show my work to a wider audience, that’s why I warmly suggest to other artist to participate to the future competition.
Ilaria Miani, Italy, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Ilaria Miani, Italy, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
I attended the competition on behalf of Hiromitsu Kato. Thanks to the efforts of the organizers, we had a wonderful experience. Not only was it a valuable experience to be able to exhibit at Agora Gallery, it was also very exciting for me to be able to exchange ideas with artists from all over the world and to hear the evaluations of the people in New York who are connoisseurs of art. I hope that everyone will experience this challenge and sense of accomplishment!
Tomoko Kato on behalf of Hiromitsu Kato, Japan, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Tomoko Kato on behalf of Hiromitsu Kato, Japan, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
My overall impression was that the competition and exhibition were very well prepared. The gallery is well maintained and the personnel was impeccable. Hopefully I will have more collaborations in the future. I strongly recommend artists to apply to the Chelsea International Fine Art competition.
Sonia Indelicato Roseval, Canada, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Sonia Indelicato Roseval, Canada, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
It was a “wow” moment for me to display my work with artists from different countries. The whole process of the competition is so enriching and educating, rather its jurying, displaying of artworks, marketing and corresponding. It is remarkable to have a chance to work with the very enthusiastic team of Agora Gallery with their remarkable efforts. To participate in the Chelsea International Fine Art Competition is the best chance for any artists to show their work in front of the New York audience. It was overall a memorable experience.
Bhairavi Modi, India, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Bhairavi Modi, India, 2021 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
I absolutely loved being part of The 2020 Chelsea International Photography Competition. The team was super professional and supportive during the process. I unfortunately couldn’t attend but felt confident in sending my image across the Ocean and loved seeing the images of “Serenity” in the gallery during the exhibition. I encourage artists to enter and to make the most of the opportunity and look forward to potentially exhibiting in the future.
Marina de Wit, New Zealand, 2019/2020 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
Marina de Wit, New Zealand, 2019/2020 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
It was wonderful to be part of the Chelsea International Fine Art Competition. They gave a great platform for my work to the international art market even during the peak of the pandemic when it was hard to reach an audience. I also felt a lot of warmth from Agora Gallery staff who got in touch with me during the exhibition. Communication was also clear from day one. It was extremely satisfying to see my work in the gallery; everything about it was just perfect.
Shubhi Gupta, Singapore, 2020 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Shubhi Gupta, Singapore, 2020 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
My participation in the Latin American Fine Art Competition at Agora Gallery was one of the most important experiences of my career as an artist. The work that the Agora Gallery team put into our exhibition was extremely professional: starting with their selection of the jury, the communication with the artists, the incredible work they put into our exhibition and the relationship with the press. The reception was especially emotional. I am eternally grateful to Agora and his team for giving Latin American art a home.
Claudia Ruiz Gustafson, Peru, 2019 Selected Artist for the Latin American Competition
Claudia Ruiz Gustafson, Peru, 2019 Selected Artist for the Latin American Competition
Participating in the competition has been one of the most exciting experiences of my life. The opportunity to show my work in the great showcase open to the world that is the gallery, is very important for me at this time: nothing less than the opportunity to make myself known at the highest level.
Clara De Bobes, Spain, 2018 Selected Artist for The Latin American Competition
Clara De Bobes, Spain, 2018 Selected Artist for The Latin American Competition
The whole experience of exhibiting in the gallery has been even better than I expected, the staff has always been very kind, always attentive guiding me in every step of the process. I would do it again without thinking and I hope everyone has a chance to participate in the future, it will be a unique and pleasant experience. One that I will never forget.
Daniel Serva, Venezuela, 2018 Selected Artist for Latin American Competition
Daniel Serva, Venezuela, 2018 Selected Artist for Latin American Competition
Two of my favorites takes from this experience have been: Having my work curated by such influential figures in the New York art scene, and being a part of a show with multiple generations of Latin American artists; Artists who have been evolving their practice for 50 years, and young artists like myself that are still learning and developing.
Kevin Quiles Bonilla, Puerto Rico, 2018 Selected Artist for The Latin American Competition
Kevin Quiles Bonilla, Puerto Rico, 2018 Selected Artist for The Latin American Competition
My experience at the Agora Gallery is by far the most satisfying of the many galleries I’ve appeared in. The communication between the gallery and myself have been superb, timely and responsive. Within 2 days of the opening, they have sold 4 out my 5 offerings and the 5th remaining one is getting a great response. I feel honored to be included in this exhibition of truly superb work. Thank you for having me!
Richard Greene, United States, 2018 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
Richard Greene, United States, 2018 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
I am honored to have been selected as a finalist for two consecutive years in the Chelsea International Fine Art Competition! So too, to sell an artwork. It was such an enjoyable experience working with the kind and professional Agora team the first time that I decided to enter again. An invaluable opportunity for any artist.
Emily Jones, Australia, 2018 Selected for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Emily Jones, Australia, 2018 Selected for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
The gallery sold 3 of my photographs! The price of artworks was carefully negotiated to secure the best outcome and any profit from sale transferred in timely manner.
It was a pleasure to work with the Agora Gallery staff, all were very professional, friendly and the communication was excellent!
Artur Golacki, United Kingdom, 2017, Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
It was a pleasure to work with the Agora Gallery staff, all were very professional, friendly and the communication was excellent!
Artur Golacki, United Kingdom, 2017, Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
I was super excited to see my work displayed. I was especially fortunate to have my photo used as the “poster photo” for the show and when we approached the gallery on the way to the opening we saw the poster on a wall with other gallery posters. I was not expecting this and I was so excited and proud. When I saw my work in the gallery everything about the show was professional and I couldn’t have been happier to have been selected for the show.
Vincent Chahley, Canada, 2017 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
Vincent Chahley, Canada, 2017 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
It is always great to know that one's work is being exhibited internationally and in prestigious gallery so it's a feeling recognition after may years of photography.
Stephanus Meyer, Spain, 2017 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
Stephanus Meyer, Spain, 2017 Selected Artist for The Photography Competition
I consider it has been an important step forward in my career as an artist. Having been selected out of so many international artists contributes to increasing the value of my work.
José María Peña, Spain, 2017 Selected for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
José María Peña, Spain, 2017 Selected for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
This was the first time that my artwork was exhibited outside Canada... two pieces were sold, and the positive feedback that I received boosted my confidence in what I am doing.
Renée De Gagné, Canada, 2014 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
Renée De Gagné, Canada, 2014 Selected Artist for The Chelsea Fine Art Competition
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