Julie Keyes, a Sag Harbor-based art consultant with more than 30 years of experience in the contemporary art world, will serve as juror for the Newport Art Museum’s “Springboard: Members’ Juried Exhibition,” opening Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Keyes is founder and principal of Keyes Art, a global art consultancy, and has worked with private collectors, corporations and cultural institutions to acquire and present significant works of art. She brings a unique perspective as both an advocate for emerging talent and a trusted advisor to established collectors.
“‘Springboard’ invites artists to put their best foot forward,” Keyes said. “In conversation with the museum’s permanent collection, the exhibition encourages artists to reflect on the past while considering their own practice more critically and ambitiously.”
“Springboard” welcomes submissions from all current museum members. Artists interested in submitting may become members and can submit between one and five works created within the past two years. Entries should demonstrate originality, technical skill, and a clear connection to the exhibition’s theme of exploring cultural inheritance, artistic lineage, and collective memory.
Entries are due by 5 p.m. on November 15. Notifications will be sent December 15. Artwork delivery is scheduled for January 11 to 13, 2026. The exhibition runs January 22 through May 31, 2026.
At the opening reception on January 22, Keyes will present three awards: Juror’s Choice, Emerging Artist Award, and Award for Innovation. A VIP Preview will be held from 5 to 6 p.m., followed by a public reception from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Full submission details and membership information are available at newportartmuseum.org/springboard.
Staff Writer on Nov 10, 2025