ARTIST Open Call
POP GOES NOW!
February 14th, 2026 - March 22nd, 2026​​
"Pop Goes Now!"
is an exhibition celebrating Pop Art and modern visual culture at full volume. Featuring bold color, graphic imagery, playful irony, and contemporary symbolism, this open-theme show invites artists to explore love, identity, connection, and modern life through Pop and modern lenses. From consumer culture and icons to abstraction, text, and emotional storytelling, this exhibition reflects where art—and culture—are right now.
Current Prospectus
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Dates of Show 2/14/26 to 3/22/26
Venue Address: 30 Belvidere Street, Nazareth, PA 18064
Contact Art Director: Jenny M. Swanker
Email: nazarethartsgallery@gmail.com
Gallery Hours:
Fridays from 5-7PM, Saturdays and Sundays 12PM - 5PM …and by appointment
(email nazarethartsgallery@gmail.com to schedule)
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Artist Open Call Details:​
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Theme: "Pop Goes Now!​
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Entry Requirements: Work must be framed in a professional manner with secure brackets and taut wire. Saw-tooth hangers will be accepted on smaller pieces. Unframed canvas must be gallery wrapped with no visible staples.
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Open to All. Artwork must be delivered in-person, if accepted.
All mediums accepted. Size: Needs to fit through the door.
Only original work is eligible. All entries must be created independently by the artist.
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Fees: There is A Non-refundable fee of $10 per work, payable at delivery. ​
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Number of Entries: Up to 4 entries per artist.
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Submission Deadline: February 4, 2026. You will be notified by the end of the day, February 5th of your participation. Accepted artwork should be dropped off at the NCA gallery on Tuesday, February 10th between 4PM - 7PM or scheduled before that for another time.
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Jurying: For acceptance and awards.
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Opening Reception: Friday, February 20th from 5PM - 7 PM.
Pick-up: TBD following the Closing or by appointment.
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Rules of Exhibition: Artwork must be the artist’s original design. Your entry acknowledges permission to have your work photographed or videoed for promotional use.
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Liability: All reasonable care will be taken of all work. NCA is covered by Erie Insurance in the event that unforeseen damage occurs. We would prefer work to be for sale. A 30% commission will be taken by the Nazareth Center for the Arts on all sales. Your entry into this exhibit constitutes agreement with these terms and conditions.