bushwick gallery: urban narratives: the city as canvas

Open Call for Artists: April 2025 — “Urban Narratives: The City as Canvas”

Submission Deadline: March 15, 2025

Exhibition Dates: April 3 – April 10, 2025

Opening Reception: Thursday, April 3 | 6 PM – 8 PM

Transform the Cityscape into Art

Bushwick Gallery invites artists to submit their work for our April 2025 exhibition, “Urban Narratives: The City as Canvas.” This exhibition taps into the raw, electric energy of urban life, highlighting the stories hidden within bustling streets, towering architecture, graffiti-covered walls, and human interactions. We’re seeking works that bring the spirit of the city to life through graffiti, street photography, paintings, sculptures, and mixed media installations.

Special Note: We encourage artists working in large sculpture and site-specific installations to apply, as we have the space to accommodate bold, immersive works. If your piece captures the magnitude or grit of the urban landscape, we want to see it here!

Important Information: In-Person Exhibition

This is an in-person exhibition at Bushwick Gallery, Brooklyn, New York. All selected artists must ensure their work is delivered to the gallery prior to the show.

Why Submit to Bushwick Gallery?

• NYC Exposure: Bushwick is home to NYC’s most creative artists, making it the perfect place to showcase works inspired by city life.
• Support for Large Installations: Our gallery has the capacity to exhibit large sculptures and installations, allowing for ambitious and immersive urban art pieces.
• Tailored Visitor Experience: Our appointment-only gallery model ensures that visitors take their time engaging deeply with your work.
• Global Visibility: Featured works will be promoted through our online Vault platform and social media, broadening your audience beyond NYC.

Exhibition Theme: Urban Narratives

We are interested in works that focus on:

• The City as a Canvas: Graffiti, street murals, and urban interventions.
• Urban Stories: Capturing the people, architecture, and hidden moments within metropolitan life through street photography, portraits, or visual storytelling.
• Urban Sculptures and Forms: Physical representations of city structures, industrial textures, or abstract forms reflecting the energy of urban environments.
• Cultural Intersections: The ways in which diverse populations and subcultures contribute to the evolving story of the city.

We especially value large-format works, immersive installations, and bold pieces that reflect the scale, chaos, and beauty of the urban world.

Submission Details:

• Who Can Apply: Open to local and international artists, provided they can arrange for their work to be delivered to the gallery before the exhibition.
• Accepted Media: Street photography, graffiti-inspired art, paintings, large sculptures, site-specific installations, mixed media, and more.
• Submission Deadline: March 15, 2025

Note: All selected works must be delivered to Bushwick Gallery, 22 Fayette Street, Brooklyn, NY, prior to the opening. Artists submitting large sculptures or installations should include detailed logistics for delivery and installation.

About Bushwick Gallery

Situated in the heart of Brooklyn’s thriving Bushwick neighborhood, Bushwick Gallery is dedicated to promoting contemporary and experimental art. Founded by Gina Keatley, the gallery is a space where artists push boundaries and connect with audiences on a deeper level. Bushwick is home to NYC’s creative pioneers, and our gallery reflects this energy in every exhibition.