MUSEUM STATEMENT
The Monmouth Museum is proud to host The Bias Inside Us, a traveling Smithsonian exhibition dedicated to exploring the concept of bias—how it shapes our perspectives, interactions, and society as a whole. Through engaging art and educational programs, this exhibition aims to foster dialogue, understanding, and empathy within our diverse community.
As a compliment to this meaningful initiative, the Museum invites artists to submit artwork that creatively reflects upon themes related to bias, perception, inclusion, and the pursuit of empathy and equity. The artwork will accompany the Smithsonian exhibit in the Main Gallery.
JUROR & CURATION
Juror/Curator: Bryant Small is an award-winning artist, curator, and Co-Founder of Kaleidoscope.Art (KAAI Inc.), a collaborative platform empowering artists through generative AI. Recognized for his inclusive and innovative curatorial approach, Bryant has exhibited nationally and curated notable exhibitions at the Monmouth Museum, including Ancestral Call by Danielle Scott. His exhibits skillfully blend art and storytelling, sparking meaningful dialogue and engaging audiences deeply with historical and contemporary themes.
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Installation: Jenn Hampton is an innovative curator, arts advocate, and Creative Director/Co-Owner of Parlor Gallery in Asbury Park, NJ. Known for her bold and inclusive curatorial vision, Jenn is also the founder of the acclaimed Wooden Walls Project, a dynamic public art initiative transforming communities through large-scale murals. Her impactful exhibitions merge artistic excellence with thought-provoking narratives, continually fostering dialogue and engagement within the contemporary art community.
AWARDS
3 monetary Juror Awards of $100 each and 5 Honorable Mentions with no monetary award.
ELIGIBILITY
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Open to New Jersey artists, aged 18 and over.
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Each artist may submit one original artwork.
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Only two-dimensional artworks are eligible: painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, digital art, and mixed media.
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All artworks must be ready to hang (wired/framed; gallery-wrapped canvas acceptable).
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Artist name and title must be labelled on back of work.
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No sculptures or three-dimensional pieces.
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No nudity or explicit content.
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Giclée reproductions of original artworks will not be accepted; however, original digital and photographic artworks are permitted.
ENTRY FEE
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There is no entry fee (one submission per artist).
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
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Deadline: June 30, 2025
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Submission Method: Online via Submittable only.
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Submission Materials:
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​Artist contact info: name, address, phone, email, and social media handles.
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Brief artist statement (200-word max) explaining how the submitted work relates to themes of bias and inclusion.
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Artwork details: title, medium, dimensions (H x W), completion year, and sale price (all work must be for sale).
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Digital image: JPEG format, 300 dpi, max size 3000 x 3000 pixels.
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File naming format:
Title_Media_Size_Year_Price.jpg
(Example: Perception_Photography_16x20_2023_$400)
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Additional Submission Information
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Accepted artworks cannot be substituted.​
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All work must remain on exhibit throughout the entire exhibition period.
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Acceptance into the exhibition is NOT guaranteed with entry.
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The Monmouth Museum reserves the right to reject work delivered at the time of the exhibition that is not the artist's accepted work and/or does not meet the criteria set by the curator.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACCEPTED ARTISTS
Artists selected for exhibition will be notified via email by July 10, 2025. Declined submissions will also be notified via email.
IMPORTANT DATES
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Notification: July 10, 2025
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Exhibition Dates: August 9 – September 7, 2025
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Opening Reception: Sunday, August 10, 2025, 4–6 PM
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Artwork Drop-Off (In-Person): August 4 - 6, 2025, 10 AM–4 PM
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Shipping Deadline: Artwork must arrive by August 6, 2025, 4 PM EST
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Artwork Pick-Up: September 8–10, 2025, 10 AM–4 PM
SALES
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All artworks must be FOR SALE
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The Monmouth Museum retains a 30% sales commission, with the remainder paid to the artist after the exhibition.
IN PERSON DROP OFF
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Address (for accepted works)
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Monmouth Museum 765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ 07738 . (Campus of Brookdale Community College on Museum Drive, Parking Lot 1, Building #10) , Follow signs to Parking Lot 1
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SHIPPING AND LIABILITY
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Shipping Address (for accepted works)
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Monmouth Museum 765 Newman Springs Road (Museum Drive, Parking Lot 1, Building #10) Lincroft, NJ 07738 ​
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Media/Public Relations Release The Monmouth Museum reserves the right to use digital images of accepted and exhibited artwork for media and website PR and advertising.
For submission assistance, contact:
Jenna McDonald