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Moments in Time
Open for Entry
Entry Deadline: 30/04/2026, Midnight
Exhibition Location: UK
Exhibition Type: Gallery
Enter by 11th May 2026 5pm
Print • Share • Inspire
Entries are now open for the Ironbridge Fine Arts Printmaking Open 2026, a worldwide celebration of printmaking. At Ironbridge Fine Arts and Framing, printmaking sits at the heart of what we do; from the ...
Open for Entry
Entry Deadline: 11/05/2026, 5pm
Exhibition Location: UK
Exhibition Type: Gallery and Online
A regional exhibition showcasing both established and emerging artists
Exhibit at a leading Northamptonshire arts venue - Yardley Arts invites submissions of contemporary fine art, painting and sculpture for its highly anticipated Summer Open Exhibition 2026. Esteemed selection panel with prizes for sculpture and fine art.
Prizes awarded
Open for Entry
Entry Deadline: 12/05/2026, midnight
Exhibition Location: UK
Exhibition Type: Gallery and Online
Call for Entries 2026
Royal Ulster Academy of Arts
145th RUA Annual Exhibition
The 145th RUA Annual Exhibition is Northern Ireland’s longest-established and most prestigious open exhibition of contemporary visual art. Open to all artists working across painting, drawing, print, sculpture, photography, and craft, the RUA Annual offers a carefully curated and hig...
Open for Entry
Entry Deadline: 14/07/2026, Midnight
Exhibition Location: UK
Exhibition Type: Gallery and Online
The RSMA seeks submissions of art inspired by the sea and marine environment
Artists are invited to submit work for exhibition alongside members of the Royal Society of Marine Artists at the RSMA Annual Exhibition 2026
Prizes and awards worth over £5,000
Exhibition Dates: 16 to 26 September 2026
Deadline: 12 noon, Friday 24 July
...Open for Entry
Entry Deadline: 24/07/2026, Midday
Exhibition Location: UK
Exhibition Type: Gallery and Online
Open to all Irish artists living in Ireland or abroad and open to any overseas artists living in Ireland.
The prestigious "Ready to Start" Orpen Prize for the best self-portrait will offer a total prize fund of €5,000 (cash and/or vouchers) to the top three submissions from Irish artists whose self-portrait best expresses a moment of considered, meaningful reflection in their artistic career to date. Submissions may be in the form of a painting, drawing or sculpture.
...Open for Entry
Entry Deadline: 27/11/2026, 8pm
Exhibition Location: EU
Exhibition Type: Gallery and Online
Moments in Time
Call Status: Open for Entry
Exhibition Location: UK
Exhibition Type: Gallery
Entry Deadline: 30/04/2026, Midnight
Exhibition Contact: theartistspool@gmail.com
Open For Entry: 1 Feb 2026.
Entry Deadline: 30 April 2026, Midnight.
Selection Notification: 8 May 2026.
Artwork Delivery: 13, 14 July 2026, 10-3 pm or unless otherwise arranged.
Private View: 17 July 2026, 6:00 - 9 pm.
Exhibition Open To Public: 18 July - 8 August 12-5 pm
Event: To be added later
Collection of unsold work: 8, 9 August - 12am - 4pm
Standard Prices.
Maximum Artwork Entries: 3
First or Single Entry Price: £35.00
Additional Entries: £30.00 per artwork up to 3 artworks.
General Information
ScotArt
St. Margaret's House
151 London Road
Edinburgh EH7 6AE
Eligibility
Submissions of work are invited from visual artists working in any medium…
Submission Fee
Submission fees are non-refundable.
Restrictions
All entries must be less than 100 cm in any one direction including frame.
Image Uploads
Image files should be JPG or PNG and no more than 5MB large. Upload time will depend on your internet connection speed so please be patient. If you are having problems uploading your images please use image editing software to resize your image to approximately 1600 pixels wide and then save as a new file. Image file names should not be too long and should not contain any invalid characters such as ' " & % * ( ) < > / ~ # + =
Pricing
Work selected for exhibition will be expected to be for sale and must have a minimum sale price of £200.
15% Commission is charged by the gallery. It will be assumed that the sale price includes the cost of any frame and our commission. Please allow for these points when pricing your work. Prices should include VAT if applicable. If you are VAT registered please provide a VAT number in the box provided.
Communications
All communication will be by email. Successful applicants will be notified by email and must respond within one week to confirm participation. Failure to do so could result in work being withdrawn From the exhibition.
Selection
The Selection Committee will select the works for the exhibition. The Selectors will consider all correctly completed submissions. The decision of the Selectors on all matters is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
If works arrive damaged, with unacceptable framing, size discrepancies from the original submission, or not as shown online, these will be withdrawn and will need to be collected from the gallery by the artist at their expense.
D-rings and labels should be attached to all framed artworks.
Insurance
Artists are responsible for insuring their own work. All works accepted for exhibition will be displayed entirely at the artists' risk and organisers and the gallery will not accept liability for loss or damage occurring during the exhibition.
Delivery and Collection
Artists are responsible for the delivery and collection of their work at the Gallery. All packaging materials must be removed after delivery (no gallery storage is available for this) and brought back at collection. If you are applying from overseas please consider how you will get your work to and from the exhibition at the required times.
Work not collected at the stated times will be subject to a daily charge of £10 and will be disposed of after one week.
Agreement
By submitting to the exhibition you are deemed to accept and agree to the following:
The decision of the Selectors on all matters Is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
I understand that The Organisers reserves the right to make such changes to the exhibition arrangements and these Terms & Conditions as may be deemed necessary by circumstances.
I authorise The Organisers To process, store, and utilise the data in my submission and agree that, if selected for exhibition, images of my work can be freely used by The Organisers, The Gallery and associated organisations for promotional and publicity purposes.
All information provided by me is true and accurate and that the work submitted is wholly of my own creation.
I have read and understood these terms and conditions and by submitting this application I accept and agree to observe all the Terms And Conditions therein.
Please Note: The above terms and conditions are provided by the exhibition organisers.
For terms and conditions which apply to the use of the OESS entry system please view below:
OESS Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy
Enter by 11th May 2026 5pm
Print • Share • Inspire
Entries are now open for the Ironbridge Fine Arts Printmaking Open 2026, a worldwide celebration of printmaking. At Ironbridge Fine Arts and Framing, printmaking sits at the heart of what we do; from the global use of our Gunning Etching Presses to exhibitions, workshops, and our annual competition. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your work, reach an international audience, and be part of a curated exhibition that celebrates both tradition and innovation.
Open to UK and International Artists & entrants may submit up to six pieces for consideration, with the chance to compete for recognition and prizes, while also becoming part of a supportive and creative community of printmakers.
Opportunities for Artists
We’re proud to present a generous line-up of prizes from leading names in the art world, thoughtfully curated to support and elevate printmakers:
UK Printmakers
International Printmakers
All Prizes
Ironbridge Fine Arts UK Prize - Little Thumper Gunning Etching Press worth £1550
Ironbridge Fine Arts International Prize - Mini Thumper Gunning Etching Press worth £1,000 including international shipping
Ironbridge Colour Prize: An exclusive opportunity to create your own custom ink colour, with 10 pots produced, and a permanent feature in the Ironbridge Printmakers Ink Range.
Ironbridge Fine Arts Gallery Prize: Three artists will be selected as Featured Printmakers in a dedicated exhibition at the Ironbridge Fine Arts Gallery, showcasing their work in a celebrated UK space.
Leicester Print Workshop – One printmaker receives a year’s studio access.
Art Lab – 3-month access to studios for the selected artist.
Awahami Paper Award - 50 sheets of AWAGAMI EDITIONING washi paper (retail value £400) in this year’s prizes.
Roberson and Co Prizes – Two printmakers receive comprehensive printmaking kits with tools and materials for multiple processes.
Centrado Trading Framing Prize – Ten students’ artworks will be framed in Centrado Luxe Moulding with Invisible AR70 Artglass for exhibition display.
The Valley Hotel - One nights Bed and Breakfast for two people at the beautiful Valley Hotel in Ironbridge plus a bottle of House Wine on arrival!
Hahnemühle UK Ltd Paper Prize – £200 worth of professional printmaking paper.
Lion Picture Framing Prize – Four printmakers will have their artworks professionally framed by Ironbridge Fine Arts into a beautiful New Moulding by Lion Picture Framing ready for the exhibition display.
St Cuthberts Mill Prize - One printmaker will receive 25 sheets of Somerset satin 250gsm printmaking paper worth £176.00
John Purcell Paper Voucher – £150 to spend on premium printmaking and fine art papers.
Speedball Prize - £120 worth of vouchers to use against Speedball Acrylic Screen-printing inks or Akua inks.
South West Art Prize – £100 voucher for materials plus a one-day hire of their printmaking studio.
Essdee Prizes – £100 voucher for one printmaker and £50 voucher for another (materials for lino and relief printing).
Gloucestershire Printmaking Cooperative Prize - One printmaker will recieve a free place on a weekend printmaking course at Gloucestershire Printmaking Cooperative
Edinburgh Printmakers Course Place – Space on an evening or weekend course in 2026 (subject to availability).
Spike Print Studio Prize - One printmaker will receive a one day colour mixing course at Spike print Studio
CraftCourses Voucher – £100 redeemable against creative courses UK-wide.
East London Printmakers Prize – £100 gift voucher redeemable against any ELP courses, community access sessions or associate membership.
West Yorkshire Print Workshop Voucher – £80 credit for membership or courses (valid until 31 March 2027).
Fine Art Trade Guild Prize – One year of Associate Membership with access to industry expertise and eligibility for the Guild Artists Showcase.
Pressing Matters Prize – Three magazine issues and a branded tote bag.
Spike Print Studio Course – One-day colour mixing workshop.
Gloucestershire Printmaking Cooperative Course – Weekend printmaking course place.
White Hart Vouchers – £50 to spend at the Ironbridge venue.
Visual Art Network Voucher – £20 discount for purchases in the VAN Gallery.
The Yard Print Studio Prize - One Printmaker will recieve a £50 gift voucher for courses and workshops available at The YardPrint Studio, run by printmaker Nichola Goff in the Forest of Dean.
Printmaking Today prize - One printmaker will receive a year's subscription to Printmaking Today magazine.
Judging Panel
Our in-house judging team comprises artists and professionals with lifelong knowledge, industry experience, and deep expertise in printmaking. Alongside an exceptional lineup of guest judges, this year’s panel brings a broad spectrum of artistic insight and perspective. They understand the craft from every angle – technical excellence, creative vision, and the standards that define outstanding printmaking. Together they will celebrate innovation and skill, recognising work that reflects both mastery and artistic ambition.
In-House Judges
Guest Judges
Important Dates
Entries Open: 3rd March 2026
Entries Close: 11th May 2026
Selection Notification: 23rd May 2026 (log in to check if your work has been selected for the Physical & Virtual Exhibition)
Artwork Delivery Window: 19th – 20th June 2026 (10 AM – 4 PM)
Private View & Prize Ceremony: 4th July 2026 (12 PM – 4 PM)
Exhibition Ends: 26th September 2026
Artwork Collection (if unsold): 2nd & 3rd October 2026
How to Enter
Click on the following link to ask questions and discuss your application https://2026-competition.zapier.app
Technical Support:
If you experience issues during submission, contact lori@oess.uk with screenshots. Lori will respond promptly.
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Call Status: Open for Entry
Exhibition Location: UK
Exhibition Type: Gallery and Online
Entry Deadline: 11/05/2026, 5pm
Exhibition Contact: Sarah@ironbridgefinearts.co.uk
Entries Close: 11th May 2026, 5pm
Selection: 23rd May 2026 log in to check if your work has been selected for the Physical & Virtual Exhibition
Artwork Delivery Window: 19th – 20th June 2026 - 10 am to 4 pm at Ironbridge Fine Arts, Shropshire, TF8 7NJ
Private View & Prize Ceremony: 4th July 2026 (12 PM – 4 PM)
Exhibition End Date: 26th September 2026
Artwork Collection if work is unsold: Between 2nd & 3rd October 2026 during gallery opening hours 10 am till 4 pm
Standard Prices.
Maximum Artwork Entries: 6
First or Single Entry Price: £22.00
Additional Entries: £22.00 per artwork up to 6 artworks.
Student and Under 25s
Maximum Artwork Entries: 6
First or Single Entry Price: £15.00
Additional Entries: £18.00 per artwork up to 6 artworks.
When entering this call, the organisers request that you answer the following questions.
The competition is open to printmakers worldwide.
All submitted works must be original prints created by the artist using recognised printmaking processes (see Section 4).
Works may be:
Giclée prints, digital reproductions, or reproduction prints of any kind are not eligible.
There is no set theme for Printmaking 2026. The aim of the competition is to showcase excellence in contemporary printmaking worldwide, providing a platform for printmakers from across the globe to celebrate their craft, highlight technical skill, and explore innovative approaches that push the boundaries of the medium.
Entries must be submitted online only via the Olist platform.
Applicants must create an account on Olist in order to submit work.
Maximum of 6 artworks per artist
Maximum framed size (UK physical exhibition): 50cm x 50cm
High-quality image required (JPEG or PNG, 1–4MB)
Full description required (technique, size including frame, edition details)
Entry Fee:
£22 per artwork
£18 per artwork (students)
It is the artist’s responsibility to ensure their work meets all eligibility and presentation requirements before submission. Entry fees are non-refundable.
If your artwork sells, you will receive 60% of the final sale price, with the gallery retaining a 40% commission (inclusive of VAT). Any unsold works can either be collected after the exhibition or arranged for return. Collection details will be shared towards the end of the exhibition, and alternatively, you may choose our Packaging & Shipping service to have your work returned directly to you.
UK Applicants: Must be resident in the United Kingdom. Final framed artworks must not exceed 50 cm × 50 cm.
International Applicants: Artists based outside the UK may enter with no size limit. Works will be included in the online exhibition and displayed digitally in the gallery space; physical exhibition is UK only.
Republic of Ireland: Entries are considered international and are not eligible for physical exhibition or UK-based prizes.
Up to 6 artworks per artist may be submitted.
Entry fees: £22 per artwork (£18 for students & under 25s). Non-refundable.
Upload high-resolution images with a description including technique and size.
Artists are responsible for confirming eligibility; no refunds will be given.
All submissions must be completed by 5 pm on 11th May 2026 via the Olist platform.
If for sale:
Prices must be inclusive of VAT where applicable.
Prices must be confirmed at submission and cannot be changed after selection.
If a work sells:
Artist receives 60% of the sale price; Ironbridge Fine Arts retains 40% commission (inclusive of VAT).
Gallery manages all sales transactions.
If a framed work sells and a customer requests another print from the edition, the gallery may contact the artist to confirm availability and supply cost. Any subsequent sale is subject to artist confirmation.
Etching (any metal)
Drypoint
Mezzotint
Photo-Etching (Solar Plate, Dry Film, Photogravure, Photo Emulsion)
Collagraph (including collage, card cut-out, carborundum, Tetra-pack)
Relief printing (Lino, Woodcut, Engraving, Woodblock, Multi-plate, Reduction)
Monotypes & Monoprints
Lithography
Mokulito
Viscosity Printing
Letterpress
Gelli Plate Printing
Cyanotype
Silkscreen
Gyotaku
Botanical Transfer Printing
Printmaking collage (using the above processes)
Only original printmaking processes are accepted.
All submissions are reviewed by a selection committee.
Selection is based on: artistic quality, technical ability, originality, and overall presentation.
Decisions of the selection committee are final; no correspondence will be entered into.
Works not meeting size, framing, or eligibility requirements may be refused.
Physical Exhibition (UK only): Selected UK works will be displayed at Ironbridge Fine Arts Gallery, Shropshire.
Online Exhibition (UK & International): All selected works will be displayed digitally on the gallery website and virtual exhibition platform.
Catalogue: All selected works will appear in the Printmaking 2026 Catalogue, available to purchase online.
Online applications close: 11th May 2026, 5 pm
Announcement of selected works: 23rd May 2026 (check results via Olist)
Delivery of selected works (UK only): 19th–20th June 2026, 10 am–4 pm
Private View & Prize Announcement: 4th July 2026, 12 pm–4 pm
Exhibition Opens: 4th July 2026
Exhibition Closes: 26th September 2026
Collection of unsold works (UK only): 2nd & 3rd October 2026, 10 am–4 pm
All submitted works must be framed to a minimum Level 2 Conservation standard using professional materials.
Acid-Free Materials:
All mount boards, backing boards, and tapes must be acid-free to prevent yellowing or deterioration over time.
Archival Mounting:
The artwork should be mounted in a way that avoids direct adhesive contact, often using hinges, corners, or archival tape.
Protective Glazing:
Glazing must be glass or acrylic (no styrene), protecting the artwork from dust, dirt, and UV damage. Standard glass will be accepted but UV protected is preferred.
Structural Integrity:
Frames must be sturdy and secure, capable of supporting the artwork safely without risk of warping or breaking.
Glazing: Glass or acrylic only – styrene is not accepted. Standard glass will be accepted but UV protected is preferred.
Accepted hanging systems: D-rings, strap hangers, or mirror plates.
Not accepted: sawtooth hangers, clip frames, or any damaged/unstable frames.
Frames must be clean, structurally sound, and fitted with appropriate hanging hardware. Works that do not meet these standards may be refused.
International Applicants: You are not required to submit physically framed works. Digital submissions are sufficient, and framing will only be required if your work is selected for exhibition in the UK.
Selected works must be delivered to:
Ironbridge Fine Arts, Shropshire, TF8 7NJ
Delivery dates: 19th–20th June 2026, 10am–4pm
Please note that late arrivals may not be accepted.
Artists are responsible for arranging delivery of their artwork to the gallery. We do not offer a collection service from artists’ homes or studios.
All works will be condition-checked on arrival. Any artwork found to be damaged may be deemed unsuitable for exhibition and therefore not hung.
Artists must ensure all packaging is removed following delivery or that arrangements are made for its removal.
We strongly recommend using a professional art courier. Wherever possible, couriers should remain on site while the artwork is unpacked and take all packaging materials away with them.
If delivery is made via an overnight or standard courier service where packaging cannot be removed at the time of delivery, the gallery will accept the work; however, a £10 unpacking and packaging disposal fee will apply. This covers the additional time required to carefully unpack the artwork and responsibly dispose of packaging materials through recycling.10. Insurance
Artists are responsible for insuring their work during transit and exhibition.
Ironbridge Fine Arts is not liable for loss or damage.
Unsold works must be collected 2nd–3rd October 2026, 10 am–4 pm.
Uncollected works incur a £10/day storage fee.
After 30 days, uncollected works may be removed or disposed of at the gallery’s discretion.
Unsold works may be returned via the gallery’s shipping service (fees apply).
Once handed to an external courier, Ironbridge Fine Arts is not responsible for loss or damage. Artists are advised to insure their work.
Artists retain full copyright.
By entering, you grant Ironbridge Fine Arts permission to use images for promotional purposes, exhibition, catalogue, website, and marketing.
If you do not wish your work to be used for promotional purposes, notify the gallery prior to submission.
Personal information will be processed solely for competition administration and handled in accordance with GDPR.
By submitting work, artists confirm:
The work is entirely their own creation.
All submission details are accurate.
They agree to these Terms & Conditions.
They accept the selection committee’s decision is final.
Please Note: The above terms and conditions are provided by the exhibition organisers.
For terms and conditions which apply to the use of the OESS entry system please view below:
OESS Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy
A regional exhibition showcasing both established and emerging artists
Exhibit at a leading Northamptonshire arts venue - Yardley Arts invites submissions of contemporary fine art, painting and sculpture for its highly anticipated Summer Open Exhibition 2026. Esteemed selection panel with prizes for sculpture and fine art.
Prizes awarded
Selection Panel
Key Dates
About the Exhibition
We welcome all UK based artists to submit 2D and 3D works. Selected works will be shown in our spacious, light-filled gallery, sculpture garden, and in a dedicated online sales gallery, where all exhibited works will be available to view and purchase worldwide.
Located in the heart of the historic village of Yardley Hastings, Yardley Arts is a vibrant centre for contemporary practice in the East Midlands.
Alongside the gallery, our sculpture garden offers a striking outdoor setting for three-dimensional works.
The exhibition coincides with the much-loved Yardley Hastings Open Gardens on Sunday 28 June 2026, with artists working live in participating gardens — a unique fusion of art, nature, and community.
For more information about our organisation please visit www.yardleyarts.org.
Call Status: Open for Entry
Exhibition Location: UK
Exhibition Type: Gallery and Online
Entry Deadline: 12/05/2026, midnight
Exhibition Contact: exhibitions@yardleyarts.org
Open for Entry: 12 Feb 2026, midday
Entry Deadline Date: 12 May 2026, midnight
Selection Deadline: 1 June 2026
Selection Notification: 5 June 2026
Artwork Delivery: 21-22 June 2026
Private View & Awards Ceremony: 25 June 2026
Exhibition Open to Public: 25 June 2026
Collection of unsold work: 20/21 & 25 July 2026
Standard Prices.
Maximum Artwork Entries: 3
First or Single Entry Price: £10.00
Up to 2 artworks: £18.00
Up to 3 artworks: £24.00
When entering this call, the organisers request that you answer the following questions.
General Information
The exhibition will be held at Yardley Arts, The Old School Hall, The Square, Yardley Hastings, Northamptonshire NN7 1EU
Eligibility / Criteria
Any artist over 18 may submit, who is a resident in the UK. Open theme.
Acceptable media: Paintings, drawings, mixed media, collage, original framed prints, ceramics and sculpture.
We do not accept photography, digital or installation artwork. All works must be wall hung or free standing.
Works must not have been exhibited at Yardley Arts previously.
Submission Fee
The submission fees are non-refundable and support the not-for-profit programme at Yardley Arts.
Restrictions
All entries must be less than
2 Dimensional : 1.2 meters in any one direction including frame
3 Dimensional: 2 metres in any one direction
Image Uploads
Image files should be JPG or PNG and no more than 5MB large. Upload time will depend on your internet connection speed so please be patient. If you are having problems uploading your images please use image editing software to resize your image to approximately 1600 pixels wide and then save as a new file. Image file names should not be too long and should not contain any invalid characters such as ' " & % * ( ) < > / ~ # + =
Presentation
All wall-hung art work must have D-rings secured on the reverse to comply with our professional picture hanging system. We do not use mirror-plating.
If the work is framed, artists are advised to submit images of the work including the frame. Please note, a work maybe be rejected during the final selection prior to the hang, if the frame is deemed unsuitable.
Metal frames, unprotected glass edges and clip frames are inadmissible.
Pricing
Work selected for exhibition must be for sale. Commission is charged by the gallery at 30% (no VAT). It will be assumed that the sale price includes the cost of any frame and our commission. Please allow for these points when pricing your work.
Insurance
Artists are responsible for insuring their own work. All works accepted for exhibition will be displayed entirely at the artists' risk and organisers and the gallery will not accept liability for loss or damage occurring during the exhibition.
Delivery and Collection
Works should be delivered and collected on the specified receiving and collection days to Yardley Arts, The Old School Hall, The Square, Yardley Hastings, Northamptonshire NN7 1EU.
If you are unable to deliver or collect your work, you may send another person on your behalf – this may include an art courier (see below).
Artists are responsible for the costs of delivery and collection.
Delivery:
Works should be delivered unwrapped with the relevant form and labels, which are downloadable upon notification of selection.
All packaging must be taken away at the point of delivery.
Collection:
We are unable to wrap works or provide wrapping for works being returned.
Any uncollected works will be removed from the gallery after the collection day and stored by an independent courier company at the artist's expense.
If works are not collected within 2 weeks of the collection day, the gallery will be entitled to destroy, sell, or otherwise dispose of the works without consent, prior notification, or compensation to the artist.
Please note that we do not accept liability for the services of any art courier.
Selection
The Selection Panel will be solely responsible for selecting artworks. The Selectors will consider all correctly completed submissions. The decision of the Selectors on all matters is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
If works arrive damaged, with unacceptable framing, size discrepancies from the original submission, or not as shown online, these will be withdrawn and will need to be collected from Yardley Arts by the artist at their expense.
The decision of the Selection Committee is final and we are unable to offer feedback.
The prize winning works are selected in time for the awards ceremony during the Private View, prior to the exhibition opening to the public.
Sales
All work must be for sale.
Once work has been submitted, any sale made by the gallery before or during the course of the exhibition up to and including the collection day shall take precedence and supersede one made privately. Any private sale made in this period will incur the normal commission.
Online Selling
If a buyer makes a purchase via the online gallery the organisers will contact the artist and buyer to determine if there are additional postage and handling charges that need to be charged to the buyer. All sales will be subject to a commission of 30%.
Agreement
By submitting to the exhibition you are deemed to accept and agree to the following:
The decision of the Selectors on all matters Is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
I understand that The Organisers reserves the right to make such changes to the exhibition arrangements and these Terms & Conditions as may be deemed necessary by circumstances.
I authorise The Organisers To process, store, and utilise the data in my submission and agree that, if selected for exhibition, images of my work can be freely used by The Organisers, The Gallery and associated organisations for promotional and publicity purposes.
All information provided by me is true and accurate and that the work submitted is wholly of my own creation.
I have read and understood these terms and conditions and by submitting this application I accept and agree to observe all the Terms And Conditions therein.
exhibitions@yardleyarts.org
Please Note: The above terms and conditions are provided by the exhibition organisers.
For terms and conditions which apply to the use of the OESS entry system please view below:
OESS Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy
Call for Entries 2026
Royal Ulster Academy of Arts
145th RUA Annual Exhibition
The 145th RUA Annual Exhibition is Northern Ireland’s longest-established and most prestigious open exhibition of contemporary visual art. Open to all artists working across painting, drawing, print, sculpture, photography, and craft, the RUA Annual offers a carefully curated and highly competitive snapshot of current practice, bringing together emerging voices and established artists in a single, landmark exhibition.
Drawing a substantial public, critical, and collecting audience each year, the RUA Annual is a cornerstone of the cultural calendar and a vital platform for artists, combining visibility, professional recognition, and significant sales opportunities. It remains a key event for both public institutions and private collectors at every level.
The 145th guest adjudicator is Dr Caroline Campbell Director of the National Gallery of Ireland.
Dr Caroline Campbell is an international museum director and art historian from Northern Ireland, serving as Director of the National Gallery of Ireland since November 2022. She is the first woman to hold this position in the Gallery’s 158-year history.
Call Status: Open for Entry
Exhibition Location: UK
Exhibition Type: Gallery and Online
Entry Deadline: 14/07/2026, Midnight
Exhibition Contact: info@royalulsteracademy.org
Submission Period
Opening: Tuesday, 10 March 2026
Deadline: Monday, 14 July 2026
All works must be submitted online through the OESS submission system before the deadline.
Stage One Selection (Digital)
Completed: Tuesday, 22 July 2026
Artists will be notified of the outcome of Stage One selection through their OESS accounts.
Please log in to your account to view your result.
Delivery for Physical Selection
Artists whose works are selected at Stage One will be invited to deliver their work for physical selection.
Deliveries will take place in Belfast in early August 2026.
The exact delivery address and schedule will be provided to successful artists following Stage One selection.
Delivery is by scheduled appointment only.
Please note that the Royal Ulster Academy does not operate a public intake venue and therefore walk-in deliveries cannot be accommodated.
Dublin Drop-Off (Optional Service)
A Dublin drop-off point will be available for artists based in the Republic of Ireland.
This is an independent service arranged for artists’ convenience and carries a small handling fee.
Further details will be provided to artists invited to deliver work for physical selection.
Final Selection
Completed: Tuesday, 11 August 2026
Artists will be notified of the outcome through their OESS accounts.
Exhibition
145th Royal Ulster Academy Annual Exhibition
Open to the public:
18 October 2026 – 5 January 2027
Venue: Ulster Museum
Opening hours:
Tuesday – Sunday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Important
Only works selected at Stage One should be delivered for physical selection. Unselected works should not be delivered.
Standard Prices.
Maximum Artwork Entries: 3
First or Single Entry Price: £20.00
Up to 2 artworks: £35.00
Up to 3 artworks: £50.00
When entering this call, the organisers request that you answer the following questions.
145th RUA Annual Exhibition – Call for Entries 2026
The Royal Ulster Academy of Arts invites submissions for the 145th RUA Annual Exhibition, Northern Ireland’s longest-established open exhibition of contemporary visual art.
Founded in 1879, the RUA Annual presents a rigorously selected survey of current practice and is a major platform for both emerging and established artists. The exhibition is scheduled to take place at the Ulster Museum, Belfast, from October 2026 to January 2027 (subject to confirmation).
Submissions are open to artists aged 18 and over.
The Royal Ulster Academy Annual Exhibition primarily presents works in painting, drawing, original print, photography, textiles, ceramics, sculpture, and craft, reflecting the Academy’s longstanding emphasis on materially-based practices.
Artists working with multi-media or digital processes may submit work; however, the exhibition format and available infrastructure are principally designed for physical works. As a result, only a very limited number of digital or screen-based works can typically be accommodated.
All works are considered through a democratic selection process by the Academy’s panel.
Technical requirements and presentation guidelines for digital or multi-media submissions are available here: [Digital & Multi-Media Submission Guidelines].
Work must have been created between 2024 and 2026
Work previously exhibited in Northern Ireland is not eligible
Maximum size: 2 metre in any one direction. There is no minimum size
Artists should bear in mind that the exhibition typically includes several hundred works, and larger works may be more difficult to accommodate within the available gallery space
All works must be for sale and suitably prepared for display
Works on canvas may be submitted unframed, provided they are properly stretched and presented in an exhibition-ready condition suitable for display.
Submission fees are non-refundable and apply whether or not a work is selected
Online submissions only
Opens: 10 March 2026
Deadline: 14 July 2026 (midnight)
Maximum of three works per artist
⚠️ Important:
Physical artworks must not be delivered at the submission stage. Delivery is only permitted for artists shortlisted following Stage 1 digital pre-selection.
Stage 1: Digital pre-selection (completed 22nd July 2026)
Stage 2: Physical selection for shortlisted artists only
Delivery date: Sunday, 2 August 2026
Belfast delivery address to be confirmed and issued directly to shortlisted artists
Optional Dublin drop-off available via an independent third-party service (small handling fee applies)
1 artwork: £20
Up to 2 artworks: £35
Up to 3 artworks: £50
Selected works are subject to a 30% RUA commission.
Minimum artwork price: £200.
Submission fees are non-refundable and apply whether or not a work is selected
For editioned works, the exhibited piece is the only framed example sold through the RUA.
Any additional editions sold through the RUA will be supplied unframed, with framing arrangements left to be agreed privately between artist and purchaser.
Artists using AI tools must comply with the RUA’s AI Usage Policy and declare AI use where applicable.
Full policy:
https://www.royalulsteracademy.org/ai-policy
All works are submitted at the artist’s risk; artists are responsible for insurance
Entry fees are non-refundable
Dates, venues, and delivery arrangements are subject to change
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The RSMA seeks submissions of art inspired by the sea and marine environment
Artists are invited to submit work for exhibition alongside members of the Royal Society of Marine Artists at the RSMA Annual Exhibition 2026
Prizes and awards worth over £5,000
Exhibition Dates: 16 to 26 September 2026
Deadline: 12 noon, Friday 24 July
Call Status: Open for Entry
Exhibition Location: UK
Exhibition Type: Gallery and Online
Entry Deadline: 24/07/2026, Midday
Exhibition Contact: exhibitions@mallgalleries.com
Submissions open: Monday 13 April 2026, 12 noon
Submissions close: Friday 24 July, 12 noon
Notification of selection: Friday 7 August, 12 noon
Receiving Day (if selected): Saturday 5 September, 10am to 5pm
Exhibition opens: Wednesday 16 September, 10am to 5pm daily
Private View (invite only): Wednesday 16 September, 5pm to 8:30pm, official opening at 6:30pm
Exhibition closes: Saturday 26 September, 5pm
Collection of unsold work: Thursday 1 October, 10am to 5pm
Standard Prices.
Maximum Artwork Entries: 6
First or Single Entry Price: £22.00
Additional Entries: £22.00 per artwork up to 6 artworks.
Young Person under 36 years old.
Maximum Artwork Entries: 6
First or Single Entry Price: £14.50
Additional Entries: £14.50 per artwork up to 6 artworks.
When entering this call, the organisers request that you answer the following questions.
Eligibility
Any artist aged 18 or over may enter, from anywhere in the world.
Artists may enter a maximum of six works each, from which up to four works per artist may be selected.
Artists are strongly urged to submit new work not previously exhibited.
Works should be no larger than 2.4m along the longest dimension.
All works must be an original creation by the artist.
Subject matter: Subject matter must be essentially marine in nature, relating in some way to tidal waters of the world; topographical, historical, still life, and figure painting are all welcomed.
Works relating to non-tidal rivers, inland lakes and waterways etc. are not permissible.
Acceptable media: Oil, acrylic, watercolour, original prints of any media (excluding photography), mixed media, textiles, drawings, pastels, or sculpture.
Works may be from a limited edition not exceeding fifty.
Submission Fee
There is a non-refundable submission fee of £22 per work, or £14.50 per work for artists aged 35 or under.
The submission fee includes free admission to the exhibition (normally £7).
Submission fees support the not-for-profit programme at Mall Galleries. The gallery is home to visual arts charity, the Federation of British Artists (Registered Charity Number 200048).
We have partnered with the Visual Artists Association to offer a Free Artist Resource Pack to all entrants. This includes 'The Artist's Guide to Selling Art on Instagram’ (PDF) and 'Instagram for Art Careers’ (Video Masterclass). Entrants will receive instructions to download the Artist Resource Pack upon notification of selection.
Presentation
Frames or stretchers should be sufficiently substantial to withstand mirror plating with 12mm (size 6) screws.
Artists are advised to use plain, simple framing in a light or medium colour.
Metal frames, unprotected glass edges and clip frames are inadmissible.
Please remove all fittings and fixings from the back of frames, for example D-rings and picture wire. This is to prevent damage to other works, and because we will mirror-plate works for hanging.
Delivery & Collection
Works should be delivered and collected on the specified receiving and collection days via the gallery's rear entrance at Mall Galleries, 17 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5BD.
If you are unable to deliver or collect your work, you may send another person on your behalf – this may include an art courier (see below).
Artists are responsible for the costs of delivery and collection.
Delivery:
Works should be delivered unwrapped with the relevant form and labels, which are downloadable upon notification of selection.
All packaging must be taken away at the point of delivery.
Collection:
We are unable to wrap works or provide wrapping for works being returned.
Any uncollected works may be removed from the gallery after the collection day and stored by an independent courier company at the artist's expense.
If works are not collected within 12 months of the collection day, the gallery will be entitled to destroy, sell, or otherwise dispose of the works without consent, prior notification, or compensation to the artist.
Art Couriers:
Below is a list of art couriers by region:
• London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and Bristol
Art Moves of Chelsea
artmoveschelsea@aol.com
020 7352 7492
• Scotland, the North of England and Birmingham
Picture Post Art
info@picturepostcompany.co.uk
07833 450788
Picture Post Art receive artwork for delivery to UK galleries: “handing in” unwrapped and storing packaging free of charge for reuse if required.
• Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset
3 Lanes Transport
info@3lanes.com
01736 799298 / 07970 948324
• Leicester, Loughborough, Coventry, Birmingham and Nottingham
JD Art Transport
jdarttransport@gmail.com
07825 339787
• Norfolk and Suffolk
A S Elvin Transport Ltd
bernadette@elvingroup.co.uk
01502 677025
• Nationwide
Aardvark Art Services
01253 794673
• Wales
Mid Wales Freight
enquiries@midwalesfreight.co.uk
07866 731400 / 01974 282500
International Artists:
Many international artists use Picture Post Art to transport their work to and from Mall Galleries.
Picture Post Art arrange for the shipping of work from the artist's country to the UK, help artists to correctly fill out paperwork from customs, and store packaging for reuse if required.
Picture Post Art
info@picturepostcompany.co.uk
+ 44 7833 450788
Please note that we do not accept liability for the services of any art courier.
Selection
The works for exhibition are selected by a committee formed of members of the Society.
If selected works arrive damaged, with unacceptable framing, size discrepancies from the original submission, or not as shown online, these will be withdrawn and work will need to be collected from Mall Galleries by the artist at their expense.
The decision of the Selection Committee is final and we are unable to offer feedback.
The prize winning works are selected in time for the awards ceremony during the Private View, prior to the exhibition opening to the public.
Sales
All work must be for sale.
Once work has been submitted, any sale made by the gallery before or during the course of the exhibition up to and including the collection day shall take precedence and supersede one made privately. Any private sale made in this period will incur the normal commission.
There is a minimum price per work of £600, except for prints – framed £325, unframed £200. (Buyers will not be charged for postage and packaging of unframed prints, so please ensure the price of unframed prints allows for this).
Unless otherwise advised, the gallery will charge a commission on the total price paid for works, including commissioned works, before, during, or as a result of the exhibition.
The price submitted should be the selling price, which should include commission, and is the price at which the work will be sold.
The price of works must include commission of 45% +VAT. If an artist is registered for VAT, then the VAT due on the selling price of works should be included in the price submitted.
Mall Galleries reserves the right to query the price of works.
The price of works may only be changed by written agreement between the artist and Mall Galleries.
You will be notified by Mall Galleries if your work sells.
Artists who are not resident in the UK but are resident in the EU or elsewhere are welcome to submit work.
Artists without a UK residence are classified as NETPs (Non-Established Taxable Persons) and must register with HMRC (HM Revenue & Customs) for a UK VAT number in order for their work to be included in the exhibition. If selected for the exhibition, you must supply us with your UK VAT number before the Receiving Day, otherwise your work may be withdrawn. We will be unable to issue payment for any sales of work by artists classified as NETPs until a UK VAT number is supplied.
More information about UK VAT registration can be found under Section 9 at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vat-notice-7001-should-i-be-registered-for-vat/vat-notice-7001-should-i-be-registered-for-vat
If you have any questions, please contact HMRC directly on their VAT Helpline on Telephone 0300 200 3701, or, if calling from abroad, +44 2920 501 261.
Please note: the registration process can take up to 4 weeks so please allow enough time to register.
Personal Data
The gallery will hold personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). However, the gallery may provide third parties with an artist's contact details in the course of administering exhibitions, commissions and prizes.
The gallery has the right to reproduce works in connection with the exhibition.
The copyright and all other intellectual property rights will remain with the artist. If any rights are owned by a third party, that third party will remain the owner.
Liability
The gallery is not responsible for any loss of, or any damage to, works entrusted to them. All goods are at the artist owner's risk absolutely and the gallery and/or their agents exclude all liability to the maximum extent permitted by law. The galleries are used for various purposes and so artists are advised to insure their works against all risks.
The gallery endeavours to take good care of works sent for exhibition, but in the event of a work sent being lost, destroyed or damaged, the gallery's liability (if any) shall not exceed the value of the work as stated at the time of submission (less 45% plus VAT) or any altered price subsequently.
In the event of any dispute regarding loss or damage, the dispute shall be referred for final arbitration to an independent expert valuer to be chosen by agreement between the parties, provided that the arbitrator's award shall not exceed the gallery's maximum liability as above.
Artists shall indemnify and keep indemnified the gallery against any actions between the artist and any third party.
Help
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Open to all Irish artists living in Ireland or abroad and open to any overseas artists living in Ireland.
The prestigious "Ready to Start" Orpen Prize for the best self-portrait will offer a total prize fund of €5,000 (cash and/or vouchers) to the top three submissions from Irish artists whose self-portrait best expresses a moment of considered, meaningful reflection in their artistic career to date. Submissions may be in the form of a painting, drawing or sculpture.
Call Status: Open for Entry
Exhibition Location: EU
Exhibition Type: Gallery and Online
Entry Deadline: 27/11/2026, 8pm
Exhibition Contact: info@priorystudios.ie
Open for Entry: January 2026
Entry Deadline Date: 27th November 2026
Entry Deadline Time: 8pm
Selection Dates
Selection Deadline: 21st December 2026
Selection Notification: 22nd December 2026
Artwork Delivery: between Tuesday 5th January and Monday 11th Jan 2027
Exhibition opens: 14th January 2026
Exhibition closes: 3rd February 2027
Collection of unsold work: Within one week after the exhibition
Standard Prices.
Maximum Artwork Entries: 1
Single Entry Price: £10.00
General Information
The exhibition will be held at..The United Arts Club, 3 Fitzwilliam Street Upper, Dublin.
Eligibility
Submissions of work are invited from visual artists working in any medium other than digital. Open to all Irish artists living in Ireland or abroad and open to any overseas artists living in Ireland.
Submission Procedure
Submission is by online entry only. The submission fee is non-refundable.
Communications
All communication will be by email or via the online login process. Applicants will be required to login to see if they have been preselected and will be asked to download and print their application details to be delivered with the artwork. Failure to do so could result in work being withdrawn from the exhibition.
Selection
The Selection Committee will select the works for the exhibition. The Selectors will consider all correctly completed submissions. The decision of the Selectors on all matters is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Insurance
Artists are responsible for insuring their own work. All works accepted for exhibition will be displayed entirely at the artists' risk and organisers and the gallery will not accept liability for loss or damage occurring during the exhibition.
Delivery and Collection
Artists are responsible for the delivery and collection of their work at the Gallery. All packaging materials must be removed after delivery (no gallery storage is available for this) and brought back at collection. If you are applying from overseas, please consider how you will get your work to and from the exhibition at the required times.
Work not collected at the stated times will be subject to a daily charge of £10 and will be disposed of after one week.
Agreement
By submitting to the exhibition you are deemed to accept and agree to the following:
The decision of the Selectors on all matters Is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
I understand that The Organisers reserves the right to make such changes to the exhibition arrangements and these Terms & Conditions as may be deemed necessary by circumstances.
I authorise The Organisers To process, store, and utilise the data in my submission and agree that, if selected for exhibition, images of my work can be freely used by The Organisers, The Gallery and associated organisations for promotional and publicity purposes.
All information provided by me is true and accurate and that the work submitted is wholly of my own creation.
I have read and understood these terms and conditions and by submitting this application I accept and agree to observe all the Terms And Conditions therein.
Please Note: The above terms and conditions are provided by the exhibition organisers.
For terms and conditions which apply to the use of the OESS entry system please view below:
OESS Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy