Visions of Self is an international juried art exhibition for female artists, featuring work in self-portraiture, environment, emotions, world, and state of being. Sponsored by Yosemite Sierra Artists.
CALL FOR ENTRY opens January 1, 2026
DEADLINE: February 10, 2026
Visions of Self is an international online exhibition for female artists, sponsored by Yosemite Sierra Artists. Embarking on our sixth season, Visions continues to feature incredible female artists from all over the world, with work including the subjects of self-portraiture, environment, emotions, and state of being.
Requirements
Visions of Self can include self-portraits, work depicting your environment, your emotions, or state of being. Work must be your own, and each artist will have the opportunity to add a Vision Statement that will be displayed along with your piece, if accepted. This is an online show, however works in all media accepted. While digital art is accepted, AI-generated images are not allowed and will be disqualified.
Awards
Best of Show: $200 + Ribbon
1st Place: $125 + Ribbon
2nd Place: $75 + Ribbon
3rd Place: $50 + Ribbon
Honorable Mentions: Ribbon
Fees
$20 for first entry + $10 each additional entry.
YSA members: Get $5 off first entry with Discount Code (will be emailed to members).
Dates
January 1, 2026 – February 8, 2026 – Call for Submissions.
February 14, 2026 – Accepted pieces posted on YosemiteSierraArtists.org and MettaGallery.com
March 1, 2026 – Show debuts online at MettaGallery.com with prize winners posted.
2026 Judges
Michele Chmielewski, Artist & Art Educator – Boise, ID
Carolynne Gamble, Multi-Media Artist – Oakhurst, CA
Questions? Contact shows@mettagallery.com or join our Facebook Group: Women’s Voices, Women’s Vision.
The History of Visions of Self
Yosemite Sierra Artists is a close-knit community of artists based in the mountains of California. When the lockdown of 2020 brought in-person exhibitions to a halt, we looked for a new way to support our artists and share their work. At the same time, YSA members Wendy Denton and Jennifer Moss envisioned a show dedicated to women’s voices—and Visions of Self was born. What we didn’t expect was a global female phenomenon, drawing hundreds of submissions from women around the world and representing the female experience across 14 countries. We’re now in our 6th year for this incredibly important exhibition.
Why enter an online show?
Participating in an online art show helps your work reach beyond a single gallery or social platform, putting it in front of a global audience. MettaGallery exhibitions stay live for at least one year, giving your artwork long-term visibility, search-engine exposure, and a solid exhibition credit for your artist résumé. It’s also an easy way for collectors, curators, and fellow art lovers to discover your work and click through to your website and social media, helping you grow your audience and your opportunities.