Overview
Founded in France by contemporary artist and curator Narcisse Rafati (who also organized the Watercolor Golden Brush International Competition), NEW ROAD 2 ART is an independent international platform, juried exhibition organizer, and virtual gallery space. The platform features an executive team and jury panel comprising artists, sculptors, art historians, and cultural managers—including Patrick Chanéac, Maylis Mazoyer Guizonne, and Magali Novak. NEW ROAD 2 ART specializes in immersive 3D virtual exhibitions, digital showcases, and juried competitions that have featured artists from more than 60 countries.
Mission
NEW ROAD 2 ART aims to support contemporary visual artists worldwide by creating accessible, transparent, and professional exhibition opportunities without geographical or logistical barriers. By utilizing digital 3D virtual gallery technology that eliminates physical shipping costs, the platform seeks to democratize international art exposure, foster cross-cultural dialogue, and connect creators with global audiences, collectors, galleries, and art professionals.
Programs / Opportunities
- International Open Calls & Juried Competitions: Open calls evaluated by an international jury based on artistic merit, technical execution, and thematic relevance, accepting painting, drawing, watercolor, mixed media, photography, digital art, printmaking, and collage.
- Immersive 3D Virtual Exhibitions: Digital, room-scale 3D gallery exhibitions hosted online, enabling selected artists to display works to a worldwide audience without physical shipping requirements.
- In-Person & Hybrid Exhibitions: Physical group showcases and hybrid exhibition events organized in collaboration with European art networks and associations.
- Awards, Recognition & Features: Monetary cash prizes, official digital certificates, curated artist features, interviews, and social media promotion for winning and selected artists.
Target Community
- Multidisciplinary Visual Artists: Emerging, mid-career, and established visual artists working across all contemporary 2D and 3D visual mediums globally.
