FOR ARTISTS
ARTISTS
You are the foundation of this industry, and your voice matters. We’ve designed a full day of powerful conversations to support, inspire, and empower you at every stage of your journey. Whether you’re established or just starting out, you belong at the summit.
Emerging artists are encouraged to submit their work for our art competition and a chance to win prizes, and the opportunity to show your work at a prominent gallery in Los Angeles.
EMERGING ARTIST COMPETITION
We’re now accepting submissions for our SAVAGE Emerging Artist Competition. This is an incredible opportunity to win cash prizes and have your work exhibited at a prominent gallery in Los Angeles.
This is your moment to share your vision on a national stage and be seen by leading art collectors, curators, and industry professionals serving on our distinguished jury panel. Panelists will be announced soon! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this celebration of creativity and rising talent.
Submission Guidelines:
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Open to emerging artists only
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Submit up to three original works that reflect the theme:
The Future is Ours — a celebration of bold visions, unapologetic expression, and the creative force shaping what’s next -
Accepting submissions in the following mediums: painting, photography, drawing, mixed media, and sculpture
(No digital art, video, or performance art at this time) -
Submission deadline: Dec 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST
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Selected artists will have their work exhibited in Los Angeles in February.
WHAT ARTISTS HAVE TO SAY
Kipkemoi
What stood out was how intentional everything at the Black Art Summit felt. Every panel, every conversation and every person in the room enriched and inspired me as an artist.
Penda Diakité
The Black Art Empowerment Summit was such an inspiring experience! The day was filled with motivating conversations that championed Black empowerment in the art world and brought together an incredible community of artists, collectors, gallerists, and professionals across all areas of the art world. If you love art and want to learn more or connect within the community, I highly recommend attending!
Floyd Strickland
The Art Melanated Black Art Empowerment Summit was a valuable experience and great opportunity to connect with fellow artists, collectors and industry professionals. Each panel offered thoughtful and insightful discussions. I'd highly recommend it to artists at any stage in their careers.
Kevin West
Attending the Art Melanated Art Summit in LA was an unforgettable experience. Traveling all the way from Indianapolis, I was blessed to connect with an inspiring community of artists, gallery owners, collectors and curators. The energy, creativity, and conversations opened up unexpected doors - leading to several art sales and an incredible opportunity to show my work on the West coast. It was truly a moment of growth, connection and purpose.
Rugiyatou Ylva Jallow
Attending the summit was an inspiring and enriching experience. As an artist, I gained valuable insights into often-overlooked aspects of the art world-such as art insurance-that had never been part of my previous conversations. The caliber of the panelists and the depth of the discussions were truly impressive, and I look forward to attending this event again.
Calvin Clausell Jr.
The Black Art Empowerment Summit truly is an empowering experience. Combining knowledge with creativity, I left with a greater understanding of the business of art, as well as the inspiration to head straight to my studio and create.