Exhib­it your art­work at Cir­cu­lar Art­Space – East Bristol’s vibrant gallery sup­port­ing emerg­ing and under-rep­re­sent­ed artists

Are you an artist eager to exhibit your work?

Applications are now open for our 27th Community Art Exhibition 25 June - 18 July 2026, at Circular ArtSpace – East Bristol's first permanent art gallery, proudly housed in a converted double-decker bus! 

This will be our 27th group exhibition, forming part of a wider programme of 40 curated shows, including solo exhibitions and members' collectives.

We welcome all mediums:

Painting, photography, sculpture, installation, illustration, digital art, ceramics, video and more.

What's available:

• 24 spaces for 2D artworks — one piece per artist, up to 110 cm x 110 cm 
• 6 plinths for sculptures and ceramics (90 cm x 40 cm)

How to apply:

• Submission is FREE.
• Each artist is selected to exhibit one piece only. 
• You may submit images of multiple works, but only one will be selected.
• 2D works must be framed and corded.
• We only accept original artworks (handmade prints, photography, and video are exceptions).
• We do not accept AI generated work in any form.
• Please include a few images of your work or a link to your website/social media.
• Fees if selected: £35 per artist (£25 for sculptures and ceramics). 
• No commission on sales — artists keep 100%!

Important dates:

• Application deadline: 8 June 2026 (23:59 GMT)
• Artwork delivery: 24 June 2026, 12 pm–3 pm (alternatively, works may be posted to arrive by 23 June 2026)
• Opening: Thursday, 25 June 2026, 12–4 pm
• Meet the Artists event: Thursday, 25 June 2026, 6–8 pm
• Collection: Sunday, 19 July 2026, 12 pm–3 pm

About Circular ArtSpace: 

Circular ArtSpace is a not-for-profit gallery based in Bristol, UK, established in March 2022, supporting creativity in East Bristol.

We curate both physical and virtual exhibitions, as well as artist fairs, with a focus on supporting emerging and underrepresented artists.

Our gallery space in Fishponds welcomes approximately 300 visitors each month.

To date, we have provided exhibition opportunities to over 830 artists in our physical gallery.

Why exhibit with us?

• Sit back and let us do the work — we handle all curation, placement, and installation of your piece.
• Showcase your work in a vibrant and supportive creative community.
• Reach new audiences in a busy, accessible East Bristol location.
• Benefit from promotional support via our website, mailing list, and social media channels.
• Featured listings on Curatorspace, VASW (Visual Arts South West) and Bristol Creatives websites, Visit Bristol Tourist information website.
• Be part of a professionally curated group exhibition.
• Meet fellow artists and expand your creative network.
• Keep 100% of your sales — we take no commission!
• Fully curated exhibition — we manage the selection, placement, and installation of every work.

Excited? 

Apply now — and if you know an artist who might love this opportunity, please share!