
Presented by NextGen InterArts Foundation, a nonprofit organization supporting youth creativity and cross-disciplinary exchange.
Bringing together professional artists and student artists, the festival features visual art, music, video, and experimental work in one shared space. Selected student submissions from the open call will be exhibited alongside professional artists, creating opportunities for young creatives to enter a real exhibition context.
We’re inviting student artists (ages 6–18) and composers (under age 30) to submit work for a cross-disciplinary exhibition exploring connections between visual art, music, writing, and media.
This opportunity is designed for students interested in experimenting across multiple media and engaging in a collaborative, idea-driven environment.
The festival also includes artist walkthroughs, workshops, live commentary, and student journalism, making the experience interactive and open to multiple perspectives.
Eligibility
- Students ages 6–18
- Open to all mediums: visual art, music/sound, writing, media, and interdisciplinary work
- Music composition submissions are also welcomed (open to participants under 30)
- Interest in experimentation and cross-disciplinary exploration is encouraged
What You Receive
- Exhibition opportunity alongside professional artists at The Blanc in New York
- A digital certificate of participation
- Access to on-site artist walkthroughs
- Participation in in-person workshops
Opportunities
- Engage in a collaborative, mentorship-based creative environment
- Present work within a curatorial framework that values process and experimentation
- Connect with artists and audiences across different disciplines
- Explore new ways of thinking, making, and understanding your work