Open Call for zines, illustration, cartooning, and comic book artwork.

Aire Place Studios, in collaboration with Zineophelia, invites artists to submit work for Folded Realities, an upcoming exhibition at The Mill Gallery, Leeds, celebrating the art of storytelling through image, sequence, and print.

We’re looking for artwork that tells a story, plays with perspective, or mixes reality and imagination.

Submissions can include zines, comics, cartoons, bold illustrations, or experimental work — anything that uses drawing, print, or sequential storytelling to explore ideas, perspectives, or narratives in creative ways.

Your work can be personal, political, humorous, abstract, or experimental; all styles are welcome.

Alongside the exhibition, Zineophelia will host a series of zine-making workshops and creative events, inviting visitors to get hands-on and join the conversation.

Who can apply:

• Artists at any stage of their practice
• Based in the UK
• Working in any medium - must be wall based

Submission Details:

• Selected artworks will be curated by The Mill Gallery team
• Exhibition dates: 14th November - 12th December - these dates may be subject to change
• If selected, all artwork deliveries must be arranged with the gallery via appointment on Wednesday 12th November
• The Mill Gallery, Unit 5 Cardinal House, Swinnow Grange Mills, Bramley, Leeds, LS13 4EP

About the Opportunity:

Free participation (no submission or exhibition fees)

Opportunity to sell your work — sales are encouraged and subject to a 40% gallery commission

Curated group exhibition

Opening event/private view with opportunities for networking

A chance to share your work in a vibrant, high-quality gallery setting at The Mill Gallery

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About the Organisers:

Aire Place Studios is an artist-led organisation based in Leeds, supporting underrepresented creatives since 2015 through exhibitions, workshops, and studio space.

We believe in accessibility, creativity, and social impact.

This exhibition is generously supported by The People’s Postcode Lottery.