North Bar Art Wall is an exciting, collaborative project led by artists to support and showcase both emerging and established creatives. The selected artist will have full artistic control - from the artwork displayed to how the exhibition is marketed. This is a unique opportunity to transform the space, connect with a wide audience, and be part of a growing community that celebrates independent art.

The Opportunity

We are looking for Leeds-based artists who would like to exhibit in one of our bars for three months.

No experience putting on exhibitions is required - we are focused on showcasing quality artists of all backgrounds, free of charge.  

Our Winter exhibitions will begin in December/January with a specific date discussed with the artist.

Please let us know if you have a preference venue-wise, and we will try our best to accommodate this. Also, please let us know if you would prefer to exhibit later on in 2026 - we are always on the lookout for future exhibitors!

The Exhibitions

Exhibition requirements: any artwork that can be mounted onto a wall, whether that's photography, painting, drawing, sculpture, video or anything in between.

You can choose a theme and/or name for the show, and we will create a poster and market it on social media and in the venue. 

As part of the exhibition, we will host an optional open evening in the bar - we will help you run this.

All artists are given the opportunity to sell their work in the bar, but please note we will take a 10% commission fee.

The Venues

Alfred, Meanwood - Approx 4 metres (w) x 1.8 metres (h) (There is a television measuring 97cm by 56.5cm mounted at the top of the wall.) There is also opportunity to display work above the door and window frames.

Further North, Chapel Allerton - Approx. 3.25m (w) x 2.25m (h)

North Bar,  New Briggate *Please note,  we have a Summer artist for this venue, so just applications for September* - Approx 7.5 metres (w) x 2.5 metres (h) (There is a slatted wooden wall - approx 5 metres by 2.5 metres - opposite, that is optional to use)

Any questions, please contact us through the Contact curator tab.

We are looking forward to seeing all the wonderful artwork!