Roots 2 Routes is a pop-up exhibition that will take place in London in December 2022. It is part of CasildART’s mission to promote emerging contemporary Black artists with established and recognised names in the art world.

We aim to showcase the diversity of Black artistic expression and amplify stories that reflect the physical, cultural, and inner lives and experiences of Black people. We organise exhibits in traditional and non-traditional gallery settings, including virtual spaces to reach the widest audience possible.

The brief is open to interpretation as CasildART is looking for creative ideas and fresh perspectives on the theme. However we are seeking submissions from artists whose work demonstrates a bold and original voice, and is of exceptional artistic and technical quality.

Artists whose practice represents unique viewpoints on current societal issues (e.g climate change, nationalism, migration, gender) and push at the boundaries of what is safe and comfortable. We would also like to encourage artists who embrace new techniques that challenge ideas about fine art and contemporary Black art in particular, to apply. 

A virtual exhibition will run concurrently with the in person event.

CasildART is looking for artworks in the following mediums:

• Canvas or framed wall-based artworkTextile based work
• Craft art
• Collage
• Sculptural pieces (small and large)
• Installations
• Video art
• Neon light art

Roots 2 Routes is a unique opportunity to be a part of an exciting group exhibition featuring International artists.  Selected artists may be required to take part in the accompanying public talk and events programme, including instalive interviews, and promote the exhibition on their social media accounts,

Costs

There is no fee to apply but selected artists pay a fee of £300 for six works.