Artists to Watch 2022

Every month we work together with 3 international curators to seek out exceptional artistic talents from around the world who will become ArtConnect Artists to Watch for 2022.

Submit for July 2022

“Grandchildren in Transit” by Steven Baboun

Shining a spotlight on your work

You’re an emerging artist with something to say — and you want to get noticed? That’s what drives us at ArtConnect.

We make it our mission to showcase exceptional contemporary art by up-and-coming artists so that you can take your work to the next level. Because we believe fresh artistic voices like yours deserve a chance to be heard.

Awards

Solo Magazine Feature

Stand out with a solo feature in ArtConnect Magazine. Winners will receive a dedicated page in our magazine to feature your artwork and a short artist interview there too; because we’re eager to let the world know who you are.
Curatorial Review

One of our exciting international guest curators will provide a short review of your submitted work. This is where the curators will give their take on what made you stand out as an artist to watch.
Homepage Feature

Your work will be featured right at the top of ArtConnect’s homepage for art. Take center stage on ArtConnect and get seen by a whole new audience of curators, collectors, and art lovers just waiting to discover your work.
Social Media Promotion

We announce each of the winning artists on all our social media channels, where they will reach an enthusiastic international art community of over 60,000 followers.
Dedicated Newsletter Feature

Winners are presented in a dedicated newsletter that goes out to more than 28,000 subscribers. Your artwork will land directly in the inboxes of our global audience of art lovers and art professionals.
Free ArtConnect Subscription

Winners will receive a voucher that enables them access to ArtConnect Professional for 1 year. Learn more about what that can do for your career here.

Apply early and stand out - Featured artists all month long

Did we mention there are benefits to applying early? For the entire month, we’ll select some of the most exciting submissions to share on ArtConnect’s Instagram stories and on the front page of our website each week.

It’s an extra chance to get your work noticed and something else you can be proud of!

Submit for July 2022

Application Process

Applying is easy, so you can spend time where it counts — making your art.

Who can apply?

We welcome applications from artists at any stage of their career, based anywhere in the world — regardless of media or educational background. In short, anyone with artwork to share. So don’t be afraid to show us what you’ve got!

Requirements

Artists are asked to submit up to 3 artworks along with their artist statement via the application form.

However, if you’re an ArtConnect Pro member, all you need to do is include a link to your profile!

Selection Process

Outstanding artwork deserves to be seen by top industry experts. We believe the selection process should include many different voices, that’s why we invite an international jury of professionals from across the contemporary art field to join our jury.

Deadline

Don’t miss out — the next call ends on:

July 31, 2022

Submit for July 2022

Meet the Jury

Majka Tkáčiková

Independent curator & art producer

Majka is particularly interested in contemporary visual art and art installations and their ability to build cultural, social, and intergenerational exchange.