Organizer Information
The Macro Project is an independent contemporary art initiative focused on supporting emerging and mid-career artists through experimental programming, exhibitions, and open calls. The platform operates internationally and is known for its interest in critical discourse, conceptual practices, and socially engaged art. By creating opportunities that bridge digital and physical spaces, The Macro Project encourages artists to explore urgent global themes and develop innovative artistic responses.
The organization positions itself as a flexible and research-driven platform, providing visibility and curatorial support to artists working across disciplines. Its open calls are designed to foster dialogue between artists, curators, and audiences while expanding access to contemporary art beyond traditional institutional frameworks.
Title & Description
The Macro Project Billboard Exhibition Open Call 2026
The Macro Project invites artists from around the world to apply for its 2026 open call, offering a platform for the development and presentation of contemporary artistic practices. This opportunity is centered on showcasing innovative, concept-driven works that reflect current global concerns, critical thinking, and experimental approaches to art-making.
The open call encourages submissions that engage with social, political, environmental, or technological themes, reflecting the complexities of contemporary life. Artists are invited to propose works that challenge conventional boundaries and explore new visual languages, whether through research-based processes, speculative narratives, or interdisciplinary experimentation.
Selected artists will have the opportunity to present their work through The Macro Project’s curated platform, gaining international exposure and engaging with a wider audience. The initiative supports both digital and conceptual formats, making it particularly relevant for artists working in expanded or hybrid practices.
The program emphasizes critical engagement, artistic rigor, and originality. It is not limited to finished works; proposals for ongoing or research-based projects are also welcomed, provided they demonstrate strong conceptual grounding and relevance to contemporary discourse.
Categories
- Visual Art
- Installation
- Video
- Film
- Photography
- Digital Art
- New Media
- Performance
- Interdisciplinary Art Practices
Eligibility
- Open to international artists
- Emerging and mid-career artists are encouraged to apply
- Open to individuals working across all contemporary art disciplines
- No strict age limit specified
- Applicants should demonstrate a clear conceptual approach in their work
Program Benefits & Awards
- Opportunity to present work through an internationally visible platform
- Curatorial consideration and selection by The Macro Project team
- Increased exposure to global audiences, curators, and art professionals
- Inclusion in curated programming and potential digital or hybrid exhibitions
- Professional visibility and networking opportunities within the contemporary art field
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Artist CV
- Portfolio of recent works
- Project proposal or statement
- Personal and contact information
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 19 April 2026
- Program Timeline: August or September 2026
Location
New York, United States
Additional Details
- The open call supports experimental and research-based artistic practices
- Digital and hybrid formats are welcome
- The program prioritizes conceptual strength and critical engagement
- Selected artists may be featured in curated online exhibitions or publications
- Applicants are encouraged to carefully review submission guidelines on the official website