Building on the legacy of founder Duncan Phillips and his enduring commitment to presenting and promoting the work of artists of the greater DC region, The Phillips Collection invites artists currently residing in the Washington, D.C.–Baltimore metropolitan areas to submit artworks created after November 2024 for consideration.
This juried invitational furthers the museum’s mission as a welcoming home for all where the vision and spirit of artists thrive. The Phillips Collection values:
Artists of all backgrounds and experience levels are encouraged to apply and may submit up to two artworks. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. There will be a fee of $25 for submission of one artwork or $35 for the submission of two artworks. If the fee poses a financial hardship please use code PHILLIPS to have the fee waived.
Submissions accepted: Artists are requested to carefully review the submission guidelines and complete an online application between July 14 and September 30, 2025.
Entry limit: Submissions will be capped at 1,000 entries to ensure fair and thoughtful review; if we reach 1,000 entries before September 30, 2025, a notification will be posted on the website.
Sales of artwork: Exhibiting artists will be permitted to sell their artworks following the exhibition and to retain 100% of the proceeds.
Review Process: Submissions will be reviewed by a committee of art professionals. All decisions by the jurors will be final and binding in all respects. Artists will be notified by December 15, 2025.
Timeline
Prizes
A 1-year Phillips Collection Individual Friend membership shall be extended to all awardees. Memberships will be active for one year from the date of the exhibition's opening.
Each winner will be solely responsible for all taxes.
Questions?
Contact: Opencall@phillipscollection.org
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