What it means to be chosen

“It has always been a dream of mine to exhibit in New York City and have the chance to show so many people my work. I was really, really honored to be chosen. This is my first time exhibiting. So, I’m hoping more comes my way and I get more opportunities to hopefully show off so much more of my work.”

Shannon CharvatUnited States · 7th CIPC Selected Artist

“Being able to display my work in New York at Agora Gallery was the icing on the cake. I was extremely excited to be part of this creative community and have the opportunity to exhibit my work in New York.”

Rik RoosNetherlands · 7th CIPC Selected Artist

“Seeing my work in this space is really amazing. I’ve always wanted to exhibit my work in a physical medium, and I feel like this space is really beautiful. It really does capture everything that I want to present as an artist.”

Kathryn HuangUnited States · 7th CIPC Selected Artist

“The Chelsea International Competition was such an exciting event! Being in this juried competition goes a long way in building confidence in your work as a photographer, gaining international exposure, meeting other artists and the opportunity to exhibit in the fabulous Agora Gallery! Thank you so much!”

Cheryl MillerUnited States · 6th CIPC Selected Artist

“Everyone working behind the scenes at Agora and NYAC was kind and professional, making the entire experience absolutely superb!”

Heidi MargocsyUnited States · 6th CIPC Selected Artist

“It’s been an inspiring and insightful journey, and going home with a different perspective to the work that follows. If you’re a photographer and want to show your work, the Chelsea International Photography Competition is a great opportunity to be part of a great collective. Being selected to be part of an exhibition and showing work is an honor.”

Caterina PacialeoAustralia · 5th CIPC Selected Artist

“I’ve always wanted to put my art out there and despite not having gotten in the first few times in the past, I knew I didn’t want to give up just yet. Being part of the collective exhibition has allowed me to meet amazing photographers whom I plan to stay in contact with. Meeting new artists and photographers was the most memorable part of the reception night.”

Lewis DérogèneUnited States · 5th CIPC Selected Artist

“I received an email with information about the Chelsea International Photography Competition and decided that it offered an opportunity to be included in, what would be, my first show in a Manhattan gallery. The evening reception was an interesting experience. I enjoyed the chance to talk with some of the other photographers, and to interact with people who had come to the exhibit. I was impressed by the size of the crowd and I was very happy to learn that my photo was sold! I would tell anyone thinking of applying to the next competition that it’s a very good opportunity and to make a careful selection of their best work.”

Andrea ZinnUnited States · 5th CIPC Selected Artist

“I have known New York Art Competitions for a few years now and I had already been selected on a previous occasion. I decided to participate again because over time the organization has always given me the impression of selecting the artists you choose for your events in a very serious and professional way. The team is very well organized and I have had the opportunity to work with all of them in a very serene way, feeling appreciated and effectively supported.”

Nicola DucatiItaly · 5th CIPC Selected Artist

“I have been impressed by the guidance provided by Agora Gallery. Agora Gallery provided a personalized invitation for me, social media and marketing suggestions, a press release, and an opportunity to meet other artists through an opening reception. Agora Gallery also promoted the exhibition and judging by the attendance at the opening reception; I’d say they did a fabulous job.”

Irene WolpertUnited States · 5th CIPC Selected Artist

“I’ve been following the gallery since forever and honestly I’ve been trying to build up my nerve to apply. So this year, I was like ‘I’m gonna apply for that!’ and we had some amazing judges so that was definitely another thing that was pushing me to apply.”

Mahnoor HussainPakistan / United States · 5th CIPC Selected Artist

“Being part of the Photo Competition show at the Agora Gallery was a great experience. The team was very helpful and supportive. It was an honor to be included with all the other artists and the show itself was top notch! I will definitely enter again! Thank you to Agora and NY Art Competitions!”

Morgan AndersonUnited States · 4th CIPC Selected Artist

“I would HIGHLY recommend that anyone thinking about entering the competition should do so. It was an absolutely amazing experience and I could not believe how packed the opening reception was, at points it was getting hard to move! It was great fun, great exposure, great space and hopefully won’t be the last time!”

Bill StephensUnited States · 4th CIPC Selected Artist

“Being invited and involved with the Chelsea International Photography competition was a wonderful and seamless experience. Every one was beyond helpful, cordial and well organized re getting the work there. The collection of images was fabulous—I was honored to have made the cut. Opening night was a wonderful event—so many interested viewers, and fellow artists. Many thanks for the opportunity to show my work in Chelsea!”

Jo Ann ChausUnited States · 4th CIPC Selected Artist

“My experience with Agora gallery and the CIPC has been solid from start to finish. Forthright, proactive, professional, helpful, communication throughout. The exhibition itself was well put together and looked great at every level. Thanks for everything!”

Bradly Dever TreadawayUnited States · 4th CIPC Selected Artist

“Thanks to Agora Gallery for a memorable week. The professional exhibition arrangement makes everyone’s works shine in the exhibition hall. We tell the story of creation with the guests. This is the proudest moment for every artist. And thanks to the jurors for their choice. It’s great to see so many wonderful artists publicly creating spaces. Photography is the medium through which we record our lives and create stories. We all have a presence here.”

Man ZhuUnited States · 4th CIPC Selected Artist

“The Chelsea International Photography Competition was a wonderful experience for me! The Gallery is situated in the heart of the Manhattan Art District and is a lovely exhibition space. The team at the Agora Gallery was very efficient and professional. Their social media promotion is a boost for any artist! This is an opportunity not to be missed!”

Monique FillionCanada · 4th CIPC Selected Artist

“I absolutely loved being part of The 2020 Chelsea International Photography Competition. The team was super professional and supportive during the process. I unfortunately couldn’t attend but felt confident in sending my image across the Ocean and loved seeing the images of ‘Serenity’ in the gallery during the exhibition. I encourage artists to enter and to make the most of the opportunity and look forward to potentially exhibiting in the future.”

Marina de WitNew Zealand · 3rd CIPC Selected Artist

“My experience at the Agora Gallery is by far the most satisfying of the many galleries I’ve appeared in. The communication between the gallery and myself have been superb, timely and responsive. Within 2 days of the opening, they have sold 4 out my 5 offerings and the 5th remaining one is getting a great response. I feel honored to be included in this exhibition of truly superb work. Thank you for having me!”

Richard GreeneUnited States · 2nd CIPC Selected Artist

“I have had a very professional and straight forward experience with Agora Gallery and its staff. Firstly, the level of communication has been superior, polite, courteous and very clear. The photography exhibition is very strong; the work is strong and the hanging of the work is impressive and professional. The show looks really interesting. The gallery’s treatment of me has been professional and respectful. Agora has not been pretentious in its manner; business like. Nothing but good vibes here.”

Mariela MartinUnited States · 2nd CIPC Selected Artist

“Honored to have my work exhibited at the 2nd Annual Chelsea International Photography Competition organized by the Agora Gallery, I warmly recommend photographers to participate in future competitions. My experience with the Agora Gallery’s team has been fantastic from the beginning till the end of the show. Communications has been flawless during all the process and members of the Agora Gallery are true professionals, always available to help you and give you advice. This competition has been a great opportunity to show my work to a wider audience and the gallery itself is a wonderful place that really valorizes your photographs. I am deeply thankful to the Agora Gallery for having me at this exhibition.”

Cyrille DubreuilUnited States · 2nd CIPC Selected Artist

“One of the ways to get genuine exposure of your work is to submit it to Art Competitions with outstanding jurors. And such was the case of The Chelsea International Photography Competition at Agora Gallery. Personally, I am always looking for exceptional competitions to send in my portfolio. I regard my art practice as an endurance race, always must keep going, and this is a way to do so. No matter what the outcome of it might be.”

Laura ViñasArgentina · 2nd CIPC Selected Artist

“Participating in the Chelsea International Photography Competition, in partnership with Agora Gallery has been a game changer to me. As a new artist, after hard work research and keen eyes, being recognized overseas uplifted me to do not only more of art but better art. It fueled me with the energy I need to make sure I am on the right path. Lastly, being an artist among such talented global peers is not an easy task, and I would love to join forces with the Chelsea community encouraging other artists to dare to engage in future exhibitions and share their talents.”

Renata ValeBrazil · 2nd CIPC Selected Artist

“The gallery sold 3 of my photographs! The price of artworks was carefully negotiated to secure the best outcome and any profit from sale transferred in timely manner. It was a pleasure to work with the Agora Gallery staff, all were very professional, friendly and the communication was excellent!”

Artur GolackiUnited Kingdom · 1st CIPC Selected Artist

“It is always great to know that one’s work is being exhibited internationally and in a prestigious gallery, so it’s a feeling of recognition after many years of photography.”

Stephanus MeyerSpain · 1st CIPC Selected Artist

“I think that the fact that the jurors selected my work to be exhibited in your gallery has been a great step to open up new opportunities in the world of photography and art, to grow a little more. For me it has been a great incentive that inspires me and motivates me even more to continue doing what I love so much.”

Nadia Cecilia Manzanares VargasMéxico · 1st CIPC Selected Artist

“I was super excited to see my work displayed. I was especially fortunate to have my photo used as the ‘poster photo’ for the show and when we approached the gallery on the way to the opening we saw the poster on a wall with other gallery posters. I was not expecting this and I was so excited and proud. When I saw my work in the gallery everything about the show was professional and I couldn’t have been happier to have been selected for the show.”

Vincent ChahleyCanada · 1st CIPC Selected Artist