Artists’ information for Open Call, 2027 themes at Wetherby Gallery
Please read before applying for any Open Call.
We are looking for high quality artwork that fits the theme for an exhibition as described below.
We welcome submissions from any UK-based artist working mainly in 2D media who can arrange delivery and collection of their work to/from the gallery in Wetherby, West Yorkshire.
Each exhibition will feature up to 6 artists who can provide up to 8 pieces each (subject to size).
The application is for framed wall-hung pieces. NB if you have artwork that isn’t wall-hung please enquire first before applying.
Artists are expected to
Be able to deliver and collect on required days and times
Provide an A4 bio and business cards
Clearly label every piece with artist's name and price, visibly attached to each artwork.
Take away packaging and wrapping (we have no storage space)
Attend the exhibition launch
Share social media posts to promote exhibition
Have artwork fitted with 2 D rings to fit the hanging system.
A photo of you with your work for ‘Meet the artists’ post will be taken at the exhibition launch.
Exhibition Themes and Dates
January 2 - 30, The Art of Paper - cut, collage, fold, manipulate
Drop off artwork - Tue 29th Dec 10am
Exhibition launch - Sat 2nd Jan 4-6pm
Collection of artwork - Sat 30th Jan 5pm
February 6 - 27, Curiosities
Drop off artwork - Sat 30th Jan 5pm
Exhibition launch - Sat 6th Feb 4-6pm
Collection of artwork - Sat 27th Feb 5pm
March - private exhibition
April - Artists Around Wetherby Exhibition Preview for Open Studios
Drop off artwork - Tue 30th Mar 10am
Exhibition launch - Sat 3rd Apr 4-6pm
Collection of artwork - Sat 8th May 5pm
May - Artists Around Wetherby Open Studios
June - private exhibition
July 3 - August 7 Play
Drop off artwork - Tue 29th Jun 10am
Exhibition launch - Sat 3rd Jul 4-6pm
Collection of artwork - Sat 7th Aug 5pm
August 14 - September 25 The Art of Autumn
Drop off artwork - Sat 7th Aug 5pm
Exhibition launch - Sat 14th Aug 4-6pm
Collection of artwork - Sat 25th Sep 5pm
October - private exhibition
November - December - private exhibition
Application process
There is no charge for application. A 40% commission will be taken on all sales.
Deadlines for each exhibition application are two weeks before drop off date.
You will be notified within a few days.
Application can include unframed work and prints for browsers, and cards to accompany the framed artwork.
Please send an email (lauri.bower@gmail.com)
Subject title - Application for … Exhibition … dates
Include
4 high quality photos
A short description (max. 150 words) of your work and how it connects to the theme. This will be included in the promotional posts
An acknowledgement you have read the requirements and can adhere to the dates associated with the exhibition
