About this Event
Agora Gallery presents the 7th Chelsea International Photography Competition, opening February 19, 2026, in the heart of New York’s Chelsea art district.
The exhibition brings together a group of photographers whose work reflects the energy, depth, and creative range of today’s photographic practice.
Selected from an international pool of applicants by a distinguished jury that includes Michelle Bogre, educator, documentary photographer, author, and copyright lawyer; Andrew VanWickler, Senior Solutions Consultant at Adobe and former visual leader at ABC News; and Devin Allen, award-winning photographer and photojournalist known for his community-driven and socially engaged work, the participating artists represent a wide spectrum of voices and perspectives.
Their work comes together in a cohesive presentation that highlights photography as both a personal language and a powerful form of contemporary expression.
Exhibition Dates: February 19-25, 2026
Opening Reception: Thursday, February 19, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Gallery Location: Agora Gallery, 530 West 25th, New York, NY 10001
EventURL: https://agora-gallery.com/ag-exhibitions/the-7th-chelsea-international-photography-competition/
Featured Artists: Doron Gild, Florian W. Mueller, Kadija Corinaldi, Ramona Zordini, Joshua YeheNara, Michele Zousmer, Andrea Moreland, Anne Calamuci, Kathryn Huang, Ann Brandeis, Jon Wollenhaupt, Rik Roos, Natalie Vorontsoff, Marco Parenti, Charles Chao Wang, Paola Francesca Barone, Sophie Cool, Claudia Oliveri, Yi Han & Yaorong Lu, Magdalena Konwinska, Jason Ward, Jennifer Parsad, Han Jiang, Shannon Charvat, Carlos Mendoza, Courtney Robertson, James Pryor, John Pfisterer
About Agora Gallery
Agora Gallery is a contemporary fine art gallery located in the heart of Chelsea’s fine art district in New York. Established in 1984, Agora Gallery specializes in connecting art dealers and collectors with national and international artists. The art gallery’s expert consultants are available to assist corporate and private clients in procuring original artwork to meet their organization’s specific needs and budget requirements. With a strong online presence and popular online gallery, ARTmine, coupled with the spacious and elegant physical gallery space, the work of our talented artists, who work in diverse media and styles, can receive the attention it deserves. Over the years, Agora Gallery has sponsored and catered to special events aimed at fostering social awareness and promoting the use of art to help those in need.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Agora Gallery, 530 West 25th Street, New York, United States
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