Anadu Art Gallery is inviting emerging and mid-career visual artists for an opportunity to exhibit at Luminous Art Exhibition in London this August.

Our exhibitions are dedicated to launching the careers of emerging artists and supporting mid-career artists to attain global recognition through our 11k+ followers on Instagram, a mailing list of 500 + art collectors, and an opportunity to network with invited guests (Art lovers, Collectors, Curators, and Gallerists),

We invite artists working in all mediums—including painting, sculpture, graphic work, and mixed media—to contribute to a collective narrative of artistic growth and professional momentum.

Artists can submit up to five (5) physical artworks and up to five (5) digital artworks, or a combination of both. The application submission is free of charge.

Why Apply?

•  Total Financial Autonomy (Zero Commission): We are committed to empowering artists. We operate on a 0% commission model, ensuring you retain 100% of all sale proceeds generated at the exhibition.
  
  
• Formal Recognition: You will receive a digital & physical Certificate of Attendance issued by Anadu Art Gallery, verifying your successful participation at  our exhibitions.
  
  
• Direct Collector & Curator Access: Our events guarantee dedicated time for you to network with high-profile collectors, gallerists, and established curators, providing a direct path to building professional relationships
  
  
• Enhanced Global Profile: Your art will be featured in our targeted digital promotion across AAG channels, boosting your global visibility.
  
  
• Peer Networking: You will join a supportive cohort of contemporary artists, fostering invaluable peer-to-peer collaborations and networking opportunities.
  
  
• Financial Accessibility: We offer popular, flexible payment options—including Klarna, Clearpay, flutterwave,  and PayPal—for both the artist’s participation fee and the final purchase of artwork by collectors. This allows payment in installments.

Participation Fee & Value Breakdown

The fee directly secures the following services and assets for the participating artist:

• Exhibition Space: Guaranteed physical wall space or screen space (for digital works) to present your artwork professionally.
  
  
• Professional Curation: Full professional installation and de-installation assistance, ensuring optimal placement and safe handling of your works.
  
  
• Catalogue Feature: A dedicated feature of your work and biography within the official exhibition catalogue, which is distributed to our network of collectors and contacts.
  
  
• Event Documentation: Comprehensive coverage including high-quality photography and videography of the exhibition, your installed artwork, and event highlights, providing essential media for your portfolio.
  
  
• Targeted Promotion: Inclusion in the gallery’s targeted digital marketing campaign, which includes collective social media promotion and press releases aimed at industry contacts.
  
  
• Logistics & Comfort: Provision of labels and safe packaging materials for your works. Includes professional staffing, security, and general logistics management for the event, along with complimentary refreshments for artists and invited guests.
  
  
• Catering Services: We partner with @martinzngrill to offer our guests complimentary food and drinks. You can't miss this.

PARTICIPATION FEE TIERS

Number of Pieces Price

• One Digital Artwork £50
• Two Digital Artworks £80
• Three Digital Artworks £100
• Four Digital Artworks £120
• Five Digital Artworks £150
• One Physical Artwork £100
• Two Physical Artworks £175
• Three Physical Artworks £250
• Four Physical Artworks £300
• Five Physical Artworks £350

Exhibition Date: August 15, 2026

Our exhibitions are ephemeral (one-day) which enables us bring together a diverse group of artists, high-end collectors, curators, art lovers, and gallerists all in one intense space to expedite networking and facilitate sales for our participating artists.

Furthermore, his compressed timeline enables us to attract 150 + visitors in one space.

Delivery Details:

Please note, we require artists participating in our physical exhibition for Luminous London to deliver their artwork(s) to us at the following address: 

The Factory 21-31
Shacklewell lane,
London E8 2da
 
Delivery Dates:

Friday, 14 August 2026 between 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM, OR
Saturday, 15 August 2026 (exhibition day) between 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Please note: If your work is purchased during the exhibition, the gallery will handle shipping directly to the buyer, and collection will not be necessary.

Chief Curator

Chieloka Anadu: An art professional who works as the Chief Curator at the gallery, responsible for overseeing the entire collection, planning exhibitions, and managing the curatorial staff. At Anadu Art Gallery, our vision is to democratise art, making it accessible for emerging and mid-career artists, art buyers, and collectors.

Be a Part of an Immersive Experience!