Botanical & Floral Art - Open Call for Exhibition
Deadline to submit your application: 7 July 2025 at 23:59 GMT
Call for Artists: ‘Botanical & Floral Art' Exhibition – August 2025. Open Gallery is inviting submissions of original artworks on the theme ‘Botanical & Floral Art’ for a vibrant summer exhibition in August 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for UK-based artists to showcase their work at the Open Gallery in Halifax and connect with a new audience.
Botanical & Floral Art Open Call invites artists to submit 2D and 3D artworks that celebrate the beauty and diversity of botanical and floral subjects through the lens of nature.
This exhibition welcomes works that explore the essence, emotion, and atmosphere of plant life—whether capturing the vivid colours of summer blooms, the intricate details of leaves and petals, or the personal memories and moods evoked by nature’s flora.
All interpretations and creative approaches to botanical and floral themes are encouraged.
Key Dates
Deadline to apply: Monday, 7 July 2025
Notification of selection: Tuesday, 8 July 2025
Delivery of artwork: Between 9 – 19 July 2025
Exhibition dates: 6 – 9 & 20 - 23 August 2025
Opening event: Wednesday, 6 August, 5–7 pm
Who Can Apply
We welcome submissions from any UK-based artist working in 2D or 3D media who can arrange delivery and collection of their work to/from the gallery in Halifax.
Accepted Media
Painting, sculpture, photography, textiles, jewellery, artists’ books, mixed media, etc.
Submission Guidelines
Apply via curatorspace.com
Submit up to three artworks
Provide a short description (max. 250 words) of your work and how it connects to the theme ‘Botanical & Floral Art’. This will be included in the exhibition catalogue.
Include price (or mark NFS if not for sale)
Include dimensions in cm (including frame if applicable)
Fees & Sales
Free to apply
If selected, a £30 participation fee per artist applies
A 20% commission will be taken on sales to cover administrative costs
The participation fee helps support the exhibition and directly benefits participating artists by increasing their exposure, through inclusion in a professionally printed catalogue, features on our website and on our Instagram account (with over 1,700 followers), and the opportunity to connect with fellow artists during the exhibition and opening event.
The fee also helps us keep the gallery running as an accessible space for artists and the local community.
Selected works will be:
Exhibited in Open Gallery, Halifax (4a Broad St Plaza, Halifax HX1 1UX), a new location in a prime spot to attract visitors.
Featured on our website and social media
Included in a printed exhibition catalogue
By submitting, you agree that your images may be used in promotional materials (social media, flyers, posters, etc.).
About Us
Open Gallery, founded in 2022, is a local, independent art space in Halifax dedicated to showcasing contemporary visual art across a wide range of media.
Run by a small, passionate team, the gallery aims to support emerging and established artists by providing inclusive opportunities to exhibit work and connect with new audiences.
Our newly relocated space at Broad Street Plaza offers a vibrant, accessible setting in the heart of Halifax, designed to engage the local community and attract art lovers from across the region.
The gallery is open Wednesday–Saturday, 11 am–4 pm.
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To apply go to: 'Botanical & Floral Art' - Open Call
Open Call for Annual Open Show
Deadline to submit your application: 11 May 2025 at 23:59 GMT
Call for entries for an 'Annual Open Show/ No Theme' All Media Art Exhibition 2025! The Open Gallery is proud to announce its 4th Annual Open Art Exhibition in June 2025. The Open Art exhibition 2025 provides artists with a great opportunity to get greater exposure by exhibiting their work at the Open Gallery's new space at Broad Street Plaza in Halifax in front of a new audience.
The Open Gallery is looking for artists to display 2D and 3D artworks in our new Gallery space in Halifax.
The gallery is open Tuesday - Saturday, 11 am - 4 pm. The exhibition will run from 11th to 28th June 2025.
Artists are invited to produce and submit original work of their choice.
We will accept artwork from any individual artist who lives/works in the UK and will be able to deliver and pick up their artwork to/from the gallery.
Any two-dimensional and 3D artwork can be submitted through curatorspace.com, the work can be in any media: painting, sculpture, photography, jewellery, artists' books, textiles, mixed media etc.
To Apply:
- Free to apply. If accepted, there will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
- Provide a short description of your work (250 words maximum). It will be published in the art catalogue.
- Price (if you would like to sell it), if your work is not for sale, please state NFS.
- Size measurements, if the work is framed, then the size of the frame in cms.
- Three images.
The work can be offered for sale during the exhibition, there will be a commission charge of 20% of the sale price of each piece of art to cover the admin costs.
If you are accepted, your work will be exhibited at the Open Gallery, on the Open Gallery's website, social media channels and will be published in the art catalogue.
By taking part in the Exhibition, you agree that your images can be used for any publicity material (social media and/or printed matter like flyers or posters, etc).
To apply go to: 'Annual Open Show' - Open Call
Booking Form
Artist Residency - Open Call
This May, we are thrilled to offer a new artist residency, featuring spacious studios filled with natural light, located in the vibrant heart of Halifax. This residency presents a unique opportunity to explore new ideas, take creative risks, and break free from your usual routine. A change of surroundings can be just what you need to inspire fresh perspectives and spark your creativity. Whether you're advancing an ongoing project, embarking on something entirely new, or simply seeking uninterrupted time to focus, our studios provide a welcoming and supportive environment for your artistic practice.
The studios are perfectly situated—just a 10-minute walk from both the train and bus stations, and conveniently close to shops and local amenities.
Studio spaces are available on a flexible, weekly rolling basis at £70 per week, for up to 4 weeks. They will be open Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 4pm, offering ample time for focused work, collaboration, and exploration in a peaceful environment.
Please note: this residency provides studio space only and does not include materials or accommodation.
There will be an opportunity to exhibit your work at the Open Gallery after the end of your residency.
To secure your residency space dates, please fill out the form.
Portraits and Figures - Open Call for Exhibition
Deadline to submit your application: 17 February 2025 at 23:59 GMT
The Open Gallery is looking for artworks on the theme of 'Portraits and Figures' for an exhibition in March 2025. The 'Portraits and Figures' Art exhibition provides artists with a great opportunity to get greater exposure by exhibiting their work at the Open Gallery in front of a new audience.
The Open Gallery is looking for artists to display 2D and 3D artworks in our Gallery space in Halifax. The gallery is open Wednesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm. The exhibition will run from 12th March 2025.
Artists are invited to produce and submit original work on the theme of 'Portraits and Figures'.
We will accept artwork from any individual artist who lives/works in the UK and will be able to deliver and pick up their artwork to/from the gallery.
Any two-dimensional and 3D artwork can be submitted through curatorspace.com, the work can be in any media: painting, sculpture, photography, jewellery, artists' books, mixed media etc, on the theme of 'Portraits and Figures'.
To Apply:
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Free to apply. If accepted there will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
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Provide a short description of your work (250 words maximum) and how is connected to the theme 'Portraits and Figures'. It will be published in the art catalogue.
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Price (if you would like to sell it), if your work is not for sale, please state NFS.
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Size measurements, if work is framed then the size of the frame in cms.
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Three images.
The work can be offered for sale during the exhibition, there will be a commission charge of 20% of the sale price of each piece of art, to cover the admin costs.
If you accepted, your work will be exhibited at the Open Gallery, on the Open Gallery's website, social media channels and will be published in the art catalogue.
By taking part in the Exhibition you agree that your images can be used for any publicity material (social media and/or printed matter like flyers or posters, etc).
There will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
To apply go to: 'Portraits and Figures' - Open Call
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Textile Art - Open Call for Exhibition
Deadline to submit your application: 20 January 2025 at 23:59 GMT
The Open Gallery is looking for artworks on the theme of 'Textile Art' for an exhibition in January 2025. The 'Textile Art' exhibition provides artists with a great opportunity to get greater exposure by exhibiting their work at the Open Gallery in front of a new audience.
The Open Gallery is looking for artists to display 2D and 3D artworks in the Calderdale Industrial Museum in Halifax. The exhibition will run from 8 February to 8 March 2025.
Artists are invited to produce and submit original work on the theme of 'Textile Art'.
We will accept artwork from any individual artist who lives/works in the UK and will be able to deliver and pick up their artwork to/from the gallery.
Any two-dimensional or 3D artwork on the theme of 'Textile Art' can be submitted through curatorspace.com.
The work can be in any media: painting, sculpture, textile, jewellery, artists' books, mixed media, etc.
To Apply:
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Free to apply. If accepted, there will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
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Provide a short description of your work (250 words maximum) and how it is connected to the theme 'Textile Art'.
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Price (if you would like to sell it): if your work is not for sale, please state NFS.
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Size measurements: if work is framed, then the size of the frame in cm.
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Six artworks.
The work can be offered for sale during the exhibition; there will be a commission charge of 25% of the sale price of each piece of art to cover the admin costs.
If accepted, your work will be exhibited in the Calderdale Industrial Museum space, on the Open Gallery's website, and on our social media channels.
By taking part in the exhibition, you agree that your images can be used for any publicity material (social media and/or printed material like flyers or posters, etc.).
To apply go to: 'Textile Art' - Open Call
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Shapes, Patterns & Symbols - Open Call for Exhibition
Deadline to submit your application: 16 December 2024 at 23:59 GMT
The Open Gallery is looking for artworks on the theme of 'Shapes, Patterns & Symbols' for an exhibition in January 2025. The 'Shapes, Patterns & Symbols' Art exhibition provides artists with a great opportunity to get greater exposure by exhibiting their work at the Open Gallery in front of a new audience.
The Open Gallery is looking for artists to display 2D and 3D artworks in our Gallery space in Halifax. The gallery is open Wednesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm. The exhibition will run from 15th January 2025.
Artists are invited to produce and submit original work on the theme of 'Shapes, Patterns & Symbols'.
We will accept artwork from any individual artist who lives/works in the UK and will be able to deliver and pick up their artwork to/from the gallery.
Any two-dimensional and 3D artwork can be submitted through curatorspace.com, the work can be in any media: painting, sculpture, photography, jewellery, artists' books, mixed media etc, on the theme of 'Shapes, Patterns & Symbols'.
To Apply:
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Free to apply. If accepted there will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
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Provide a short description of your work (250 words maximum) and how is connected to the theme 'Shapes, Patterns & Symbols'. It will be published in the art catalogue.
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Price (if you would like to sell it), if your work is not for sale, please state NFS.
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Size measurements, if work is framed then the size of the frame in cms.
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Three images.
The work can be offered for sale during the exhibition, there will be a commission charge of 20% of the sale price of each piece of art, to cover the admin costs.
If you accepted, your work will be exhibited at the Open Gallery, on the Open Gallery's website, social media channels and will be published in the art catalogue.
By taking part in the Exhibition you agree that your images can be used for any publicity material (social media and/or printed matter like flyers or posters, etc).
There will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
To apply go to: 'Shapes, Patterns & Symbols' - Open Call
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Festivities - Open Call for Exhibition
Deadline to submit your application: 17 November 2024 at 23:59 GMT
The Open Gallery is looking for artworks on the theme of 'Festivities' for an exhibition in December 2024. The 'Festivities' Art exhibition provides artists with a great opportunity to get greater exposure by exhibiting their work at the Open Gallery in front of a new audience.
The Open Gallery is looking for artists to display 2D and 3D artworks in our Gallery space in Halifax. The gallery is open Wednesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm. The exhibition will run from 11th December 2024.
Artists are invited to produce and submit original work on the theme of 'Festivities'.
We will accept artwork from any individual artist who lives/works in the UK and will be able to deliver and pick up their artwork to/from the gallery.
Any two-dimensional and 3D artwork can be submitted through curatorspace.com, the work can be in any media: painting, sculpture, photography, jewellery, artists' books, mixed media etc, on the theme of 'Festivities'.
To Apply:
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Free to apply. If accepted there will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
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Provide a short description of your work (250 words maximum) and how is connected to the theme 'Festivities'. It will be published in the art catalogue.
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Price (if you would like to sell it), if your work is not for sale, please state NFS.
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Size measurements, if work is framed then the size of the frame in cms.
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Three images.
The work can be offered for sale during the exhibition, there will be a commission charge of 20% of the sale price of each piece of art, to cover the admin costs.
If you accepted, your work will be exhibited at the Open Gallery, on the Open Gallery's website, social media channels and will be published in the art catalogue.
By taking part in the Exhibition you agree that your images can be used for any publicity material (social media and/or printed matter like flyers or posters, etc).
There will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
To apply go to: 'Festivities' - Open Call
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Decorations and Ornaments - Open Call for Exhibition
Deadline to submit your application: 18 November 2024 at 23:59 GMT
The Open Gallery is looking for artworks on the theme of 'Decorations and Ornaments' for an exhibition in December 2024. The 'Decorations and Ornaments' Art exhibition provides artists with a great opportunity to get greater exposure by exhibiting their work at the Open Gallery in front of a new audience.
The Open Gallery is looking for artists to display 2D and 3D artworks in our Gallery space in Halifax. The gallery is open Wednesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm. The exhibition will run from 11th December 2024.
Artists are invited to produce and submit original work on the theme of 'Decorations and Ornaments'.
We will accept artwork from any individual artist who lives/works in the UK and will be able to deliver and pick up their artwork to/from the gallery.
Any two-dimensional and 3D artwork can be submitted through curatorspace.com, the work can be in any media: painting, sculpture, photography, jewellery, artists' books, mixed media etc, on the theme of 'Decorations and Ornaments'.
To Apply:
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Free to apply. If accepted there will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
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Provide a short description of your work (250 words maximum) and how is connected to the theme 'Decorations and Ornaments'. It will be published in the art catalogue.
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Price (if you would like to sell it), if your work is not for sale, please state NFS.
-
Size measurements, if work is framed then the size of the frame in cms.
-
Three images.
The work can be offered for sale during the exhibition, there will be a commission charge of 20% of the sale price of each piece of art, to cover the admin costs.
If you accepted, your work will be exhibited at the Open Gallery, on the Open Gallery's website, social media channels and will be published in the art catalogue.
By taking part in the Exhibition you agree that your images can be used for any publicity material (social media and/or printed matter like flyers or posters, etc).
There will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
To apply go to: 'Decorations and Ornaments' - Open Call
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Reflection - Open Call for Exhibition
Deadline to submit your application: 20 October 2024 at 23:59 GMT
The Open Gallery is looking for artworks on the theme of 'Reflection' for an exhibition in November 2024. The 'Reflection' Art exhibition provides artists with a great opportunity to get greater exposure by exhibiting their work at the Open Gallery in front of a new audience.
The Open Gallery is looking for artists to display 2D and 3D artworks in our Gallery space in Halifax. The gallery is open Wednesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm. The exhibition will run from 13th November 2024.
Artists are invited to produce and submit original work on the theme of 'Reflection'.
We will accept artwork from any individual artist who lives/works in the UK and will be able to deliver and pick up their artwork to/from the gallery.
Any two-dimensional and 3D artwork can be submitted through curatorspace.com, the work can be in any media: painting, sculpture, photography, jewellery, artists' books, mixed media etc, on the theme of 'Colour'.
To Apply:
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Free to apply. If accepted there will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
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Provide a short description of your work (250 words maximum) and how is connected to the theme 'Reflection'. It will be published in the art catalogue.
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Price (if you would like to sell it), if your work is not for sale, please state NFS.
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Size measurements, if work is framed then the size of the frame in cms.
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Three images.
The work can be offered for sale during the exhibition, there will be a commission charge of 20% of the sale price of each piece of art, to cover the admin costs.
If you accepted, your work will be exhibited at the Open Gallery, on the Open Gallery's website, social media channels and will be published in the art catalogue.
By taking part in the Exhibition you agree that your images can be used for any publicity material (social media and/or printed matter like flyers or posters, etc).
There will be a participation fee of £40 per artist.
To apply go to: 'Reflection' - Open Call
TERMS & CONDITIONS
'Mini Art - Open Call'
Deadline to submit your application: 19 October 2023 at 23:59 GMT
The Open Gallery is currently accepting entries for their Mini Art Exhibition, which will run from December 8 to December 29. The Open Gallery is looking for artists to display 2D and 3D artworks in our Halifax gallery space. The gallery is open Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 4pm.
If you are interested in submitting your artwork, here are the requirements for wiring and framing:
- All entries must be ready to hang and wired properly with D rings. On very small works, a single D ring or sawtooth hanger is acceptable.
- Unframed gallery-wrapped canvas and floater frames are accepted.
- All entries must have clear labels securely attached to the back, including the following information: artist name, title of art, medium, and price.
- Any two-dimensional and 3D artwork can be submitted through curatorspace.com
To Apply:
- Free to apply. If accepted there will be a participation fee of £25 per artist.
- Provide a short description of your work (250 words maximum) and how this is connected to the Mini Art. It will be published in the art catalogue.
- Price (if you would like to sell it), please state NFS if your work is not for sale.
- Size measurements, if work is framed, then the frame size is in cm.
- Up to three artworks.
- The maximum size for each entry must not exceed 25 centimeters including the frame, and the longest side of the work must not exceed 25 centimeters.
If you would like to sell your artwork, please state the price, and there will be a commission charge of 20% of the sale price of each piece of art to cover the admin costs.
If accepted, your work will be exhibited in the Open Gallery's space, on the Gallery's website, and on social media channels and will be published in the art catalogue.
By taking part in the Exhibition you agree that your images can be used for any publicity material (social media and/or printed matter like flyers or posters, etc.).
To apply go to: 'Mini Art'- Open Call
Workshop Proposals - Open Call
Deadline to submit your application: 10 May 2023 at 23:59 GMT
The Open Gallery is looking for people who would like to run art/craft workshops. Please submit your proposals through Curatorspace.
As an independent art gallery we are always looking to involve local artists and to add to our cultural offering in the community.
As such, we are currently looking for artists who would be interested in running workshops at the gallery in Summer.
We would like to have six different workshops starting from 13/14th July - 31st August. The workshop time is from 11am - 3:30pm, it could be split into two. There will be a payment of £100 for running a full day's workshop and up to £50 for the materials.
If you are interested, we'd love to hear from you, please submit your proposal below through the Curatorspace.com:
www.curatorspace.com
We are looking forward to seeing your proposals/ideas.
Thank you for your interest and good luck.
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