2026 PXK Teen Art Exhibition

2026 PKX Teen Art Exhibition

Submissions are OPEN for The Art Effect’s 2026 PKX Teen Art Exhibition - showcasing the art of teens, ages 14-19. The Exhibition is an anchor point of the 5th Annual PKX Teen Arts Festival, April 24 & 25, 2026 in Poughkeepsie, NY. The PKX Exhibition celebrates imaginative and original artworks by young people who have a passion for their medium and a unique perspective on art. Application Deadline: January 9, 2026 by 11:59pm.
The Poughkeepsie Board of Artistic Youth (PK B.A.Y.) produces the PKX Festival, creating a platform for teen artists to express themselves through a month-long exhibition that inspires interactive and community-driven events. We are accepting 2D and 3D work by artists ages 14-19 from anywhere across the United States.

We are also accepting film submissions for the Film Festival showcase of the PKX Festival. SUBMIT FILMS using https://filmfreeway.com/PKX

The PKX Teen Art Exhibition will be held April - May 2026 in Poughkeepsie, New York with an opening reception and awards ceremony on April 24th.

For our juried exhibitions, The Art Effect brings together a diverse roster of vital voices in art and culture, presenting thought-provoking artwork and ideas that enliven our City.
APPLICATION GUIDLINES AND REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT DATES

Call Dates: November 3, 2025 - January 9, 2026

Submission deadline: January 9, 2026 by 11:59pm ET

Notification of accepted artwork: February 13, 2026

Delivery and arrival of accepted artwork: February 23 - March 27, 2026

Exhibition: April 24 - May 27, 2026

Opening Reception: April 24, 2026 6-8pm

Return Shipping and pickup of accepted artwork: June 1 - June 26, 2026

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Each artist should submit their work under their own name with each work's individual artwork information. Please DO NOT submit works under the name of an organization or school. Each artist between the ages of 14-19 are eligible to submit up to 3 works. Each upload must be no more than 10 MB. Accepted file formats: pdf, mpg, jpg, jpeg, png, gif.

Artists will be notified by email about the selection status of their entries on or around February 13, 2026.

ELIGIBILITY

The Art Effect is only accepting art from artists between the ages of 14-19 years old within the United States. Artwork must be exhibition ready with appropriate frames and hardware as applicable. Art must be READY TO HANG upon arrival with either D-Rings, wire attached, functional mounting or display mechanisms, and/or include legible and detailed installation instructions. Art that is not hangable and/or exhibition ready will not be displayed in the exhibition. The art must be family-friendly and appropriate for viewing by all ages. Artwork selected for the exhibition will be shown in The Art Effect’s Gallery in Poughkeepsie, NY. Artists are responsible for transportation/delivery to and from The Art Effect. Artists must provide pre-paid, return shipping labels and appropriate packing materials.

SALE OF WORKS

Exhibiting artists may specify a retail price for work that is available for purchase or “NFS” (Not for Sale). To better support youth artists, The Art Effect waives its commission fee for teen art exhibitions.

QUESTIONS?

Email info@thearteffect.org or call 845-471-7477.

Artist Name*

First NameLast Name
Artist E-mail*
Please provide an active e-mail address that is check regularly. All official communications about the exhibition, including selection notification, will be sent to this e-mail address.
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Birth Date*
Current School*
Artist Statement*

An artist statement is a brief, written description of your artistic work. Include both "why" you make the art that you do and "how" you do it in terms of process and technique. Your artist statement is personal to you and should be written in the first person. 0/250

Artwork Submission 1
Title*
Year Created*
Art Materials List*
Dimensions (L X W)*
Price*
If artwork is not for sale, write "NFS"
Upload Image*

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Artwork Submission 2
Title*
Year Created*
Art Materials List*
Dimensions (L X W)*
Price*
If artwork is not for sale, write "NFS"
Upload Image*

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Artwork Submission 3
Title*
Year Created*
Art Materials List*
Dimensions (L X W)*
Price*
If artwork is not for sale, write "NFS"
Upload Image*

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Please review your application to make sure all of your information is entered correctly and then hit submit below. Applications must be successfully submitted by January 9, 2026 11:59pm in order to be considered.
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2026 PKX Teen Art Exhibition

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