New Futures Atlanta October 2026 - Artist Application

  • Atlanta October 2026

    Artist Application

  • Welcome to the New Futures Artist application for The Other Art Fair Atlanta taking place October 1-4, 2026. 

    The New Futures program is part of The Other Art Fair's continued mission to break down traditional barriers of the contemporary art world. One recipient will be awarded free exhibition space at The Other Art Fair Atlanta along with access to opportunities designed to jump start their career.

    New Futures is designed for very early career artists at the start of their professional careers. Please ensure that you meet all eligibility criteria listed below before continuing with the application. 

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  • *An established exhibition history refers to artists who have 2+ years of group or solo exhibitions on their artist CV in commercial or non-profit establishments outside of the school setting.

  • If you do not meet all eligibility criteria, your application will not be considered for the New Futures prize. However, if you are keen to participate in the Fair, you may apply for a paid booth. Please see www.theotherartfair.com/artists-apply for more information.

  • Unfortunately, you do not qualify for the New Futures program.

    We require that an applicant meet all of the eligibility criteria in order for their New Futures application to be submitted.

    If you are keen to participate in the Fair, you may submit a free application for a paid booth at www.theotherartfair.com/artists-apply until June 14th.

     For more information about the Fair experience, the general application process, and booth fees, please visit www.theotherartfair.com/artists-apply. You may also email artists@theotherartfair.com with any questions.

  • About You

    All the information provided in your application will remain private and will only be used by the Fair team and Selection Committee for the New Futures selection process.
  • Are you ...*
  • Have you previously exhibited in a solo or group exhibition of any kind?*
  • Do you have plans for any forthcoming solo or group exhibitions in 2026?*
  • Have you or your artwork been featured in any publications?*

  • Website and Social Media

    Please provide URL links to any relevant websites or social media pages:

  • Why are you applying to New Futures and what do you hope to gain from the experience?

    Create a video (2 minutes or less) introducing yourself and explaining why you are applying - get creative and show us your personality! Please upload your video response to Youtube or Vimeo and share the link to watch or upload the .mp4 file in the relevant fields below. // If you would prefer NOT to submit a video response, you may instead submit a response of 500 words or less in the the text field.
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  • Your Artworks

    Upload 4 artworks and include title, dimensions, medium, and price (if for sale). These artworks do not have to be ones you will show at The Other Art Fair.
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  • Your Booth Proposal

    Show us what you would do if you were to win a 16 linear foot (4ft x 8ft x 4ft) artist booth at The Other Art Fair. Use the space below to include a text answer and/or upload images, a mood board or a proposal document below. Consider: How will you curate your booth and use the space around it? What will the visitor experience be like in your booth space? What is the story and thinking behind the curation of your booth space?
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  • What barrier(s) do you feel you face in launching your career and finding success in the traditional art world? Check all that apply.
  • If you are not selected as a New Futures recipient, would you be interested in taking a 16 linear foot (4ft x 8ft x 4ft) booth for $2,050 + tax?
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