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Call for Entries: Orchids: Jewels of the Plant World

The Sixth New York Botanical Garden Triennial

DESCRIPTION

The theme for The Sixth New York Botanical Garden Triennial is all about orchids, whether terrestrial or epiphytic, found nearby or anywhere in the world. The diversity of orchids is incredible; there are over 30,000 species and over 100,000 hybrids.

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DATES

Opening Early Spring 2027

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

March 11 - September 11, 2026

VENUE

The New York Botanical Garden
2900 Southern Blvd.
Bronx, NY 10458-5126 USA

ELIGIBILITY

Current ASBA members, worldwide. Before entering, international entrants are encouraged to read International Framing and Shipping policies to be sure you’re able to comply:

SUBJECT

Orchids.

MEDIA ACCEPTED:

Two-dimensional original botanical art. No photography, no digitally generated work, and no three-dimensional work will be accepted.

FEE

$35 for the first entry, $10 for each additional entry up to three.

DETAILS

Number artworks per entry: 3

Submissions

Up to three entries per artist will be accepted. Entry fee $35 for the first entry, $10 for each additional entry up to three. Online entries only. Please see website at: https://asba-art.org/enteronline

Presentation

Framed size limit 34 x 30 inches, either horizontal or vertical. Accepted artists will be notified of framing requirements.

Jurors

To be announced

Notification

Sent by October 9, 2026 by email. If accepted, artist ensures that artwork(s) will be available for display. If artist withdraws artwork before exhibition, artist will not be eligible to show at any ASBA exhibition for two years.

Sale of Works

Artworks can be for sale but must stay with the exhibition until the close of the travel schedule.

Awards

New York Botanical Garden Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals.

Publicity and Catalog

Your submitted images may be used in educational materials or publicity for the exhibition, either in print or electronic media, before, during and after the exhibition. A catalog will be prepared using the image file you provide for jurors.

Contact

Carol Woodin at exhibitions@asba-art.org,

Availability

Exhibition will travel; artwork must be available to travel into 2029.