“FUNGI”
An International Art Show | NYC | June 07 – June 29, 2025
Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition & Brooklyn Mushroom are proud to announce an open call for the international juried art exhibition “FUNGI.”
Fungi, one of the most mysterious and least understood realms in biology, holds the power to influence, sustain, and even kill us. This multimedia art show brings together diverse creative expressions — including, but not limited to, visual art, sculpture, sound art, video, and performance — all inspired by the world of fungi.
We welcome both emerging and seasoned artists to apply. The show will exhibit approximately 40 works. Join us in exploring a realm that bridges art, science, psychedelics, and biology.
About the Organizers
Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition (BWAC) is an artist-run 501(c)3 nonprofit located in a Civil War–era warehouse in Red Hook, Brooklyn. With 25,000 sq. ft. of exhibition space, BWAC offers professional development, public engagement, and exhibition opportunities for artists of all levels. Visit bwac.org to learn more.
Brooklyn Mushroom is a platform for arts, culture, and knowledge-sharing around all things mycological. Their most recent Fungi Festival drew over 1,200 attendees.
Call to Artists
- Submission Deadline: Friday, May 16, 2025
- Exhibition Dates: June 07 – June 29, 2025 (Weekends, 1–6 P.M.)
- Opening Reception: Saturday, June 07, 1–6 P.M.
Eligibility
- Open to all artists aged 18 or older
- All media accepted: traditional and non-traditional
- Work must be original and available for sale (No NFS or POR)
- No crafts, kit work, or reproductions unless part of a mixed-media piece
- Oversized or overweight works only accepted at BWAC’s discretion
Submission & Fees
- $35 for up to 3 images; $5 per additional image. Brooklyn Mushroom takes zero of the application fee. The fee is used to sustain BWAC.
- All fees are non-refundable and support the nonprofit production
- Artists are responsible for all shipping and return labels
- $30 handling fee (waived for Airfloat boxes)
- BWAC retains a 30% commission on sold artwork
Judging
All entries are blind juried by the BWAC Exhibition Committee and Brooklyn Mushroom. Judging is online. Works that differ significantly from digital images may be rejected. All decisions are final.
Online Submission Instructions
- Go to the Smarter Entry site and create an account if needed
- Select “Fungi” under Available Shows
- Pay the application fee
- Upload your images (JPG or PNG, min 1280px, max 4MB)
⚠️ Submission is not complete without image upload. Keep a record of submitted work details.
Contact / Questions
Email: zeke@brooklynmushroom.com
Email: rabia_williams@yahoo.com
Please email us if you have any questions. If you do not receive a response by May 20, please reach out again. Accepted artists will receive further instructions via email.
Installation & Pick-Up
- Drop-Offs: Last week of May (exact dates in acceptance letter)
- Pick-Ups: Sunday, June 29, after the show
Entry Agreement
By submitting artwork to the “FUNGI” BWAC show, you agree to all terms and conditions stated in this prospectus.
Ready to Submit Your Fungi-Inspired Work?
Click below to apply through Smarter Entry. Submit your work and be part of this groundbreaking fungi-themed exhibition!
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