OPO OPEN 2027
Deadline: 03/01/2027City: Scarborough | Region: North Yorkshire | Country: United Kingdom | Old Parcels Office
This opportunity launches on 07/11/2026
Until then, you can send the curators a message using the "contact curator" button above.
Who is eligible for this opportunity?
This opportunity is open to all visual artists and makers whether professional, amateur, student or graduate who are resident in the UK.
Work should have been created within the last 2 years, must be your own work, and owned by you.
Copies of artworks will not be accepted, but those ‘derived’ from another piece may be considered
Work should have been created within the last 2 years, must be your own work, and owned by you.
Copies of artworks will not be accepted, but those ‘derived’ from another piece may be considered
When is the deadline?
The deadline for submissions is midnight on Sunday 3rd January 2027
How many works can I submit?
Up to 3 artworks may be submitted per artist. Please ensure the media and dimensions are accurately listed in your entry form.
The following forms of visual art will be accepted: painting, original & digital printmaking, drawing, sculpture, textiles, crafts (2D & 3D), photography. (Unfortunately we are unable to accept video work this year). If your work has special installation requirements then please let us know with clear instructions in the ‘Specials Instructions’ box on the application form.
The following forms of visual art will be accepted: painting, original & digital printmaking, drawing, sculpture, textiles, crafts (2D & 3D), photography. (Unfortunately we are unable to accept video work this year). If your work has special installation requirements then please let us know with clear instructions in the ‘Specials Instructions’ box on the application form.
When are the delivery dates?
Delivery of selected works:
Thurs 28th Jan, 11 am–6.00 pm (if you are sending your work by courier, use this date)
Fri 29th Jan, 11 am–1 pm
Sat 30th Jan, 11 am–3 pm
Sun 31st Jan 10 am–12.00 noon
Bring your work to: Old Parcels Office, Westborough, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1TN.
You will find us at the far end of the station carpark.
Please use the car parking spaces and leave the loading area free, unless your work is exceptionally heavy or large, in which case please give us prior warning to assist in the handling of it.
We are able to accept work from couriers on Thursday 28th January provided that they arrive during the hours stated above, the OPO is closed outside of these hours.
If you are sending work by post we recommend Parcel Force.
Thurs 28th Jan, 11 am–6.00 pm (if you are sending your work by courier, use this date)
Fri 29th Jan, 11 am–1 pm
Sat 30th Jan, 11 am–3 pm
Sun 31st Jan 10 am–12.00 noon
Bring your work to: Old Parcels Office, Westborough, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1TN.
You will find us at the far end of the station carpark.
Please use the car parking spaces and leave the loading area free, unless your work is exceptionally heavy or large, in which case please give us prior warning to assist in the handling of it.
We are able to accept work from couriers on Thursday 28th January provided that they arrive during the hours stated above, the OPO is closed outside of these hours.
If you are sending work by post we recommend Parcel Force.
When do I need to collect my work?
The dates for collection of unsold work are:
Sunday 7th March 2026 4pm – 5.30pm (artist collection)
Monday 8th March 2026 10am – 6pm (artist and courier collection)
Courier collection of work should be organised by the artist. Courier pick-up times will be during those outlined above, as the OPO is closed outside of those stated hours. The work will be returned in its original packaging, be aware there may be a charge for our time taken in repackaging the work for transit.
As we have limited storage facilities, we reserve the right to dispose of any uncollected work after 1st May 2027
Sunday 7th March 2026 4pm – 5.30pm (artist collection)
Monday 8th March 2026 10am – 6pm (artist and courier collection)
Courier collection of work should be organised by the artist. Courier pick-up times will be during those outlined above, as the OPO is closed outside of those stated hours. The work will be returned in its original packaging, be aware there may be a charge for our time taken in repackaging the work for transit.
As we have limited storage facilities, we reserve the right to dispose of any uncollected work after 1st May 2027
How much does it cost?
Submission fees are £25 for 3 works and £10 for a single work, irrespective of size or medium.
Fees must be paid at the time of application and will be paid online. Failure to make the correct fee for the number of works submitted will lead to works being automatically rejected.
This fee is non-returnable, even if your work is not selected for exhibition.
Fees must be paid at the time of application and will be paid online. Failure to make the correct fee for the number of works submitted will lead to works being automatically rejected.
This fee is non-returnable, even if your work is not selected for exhibition.
Is there a private view / opening?
The PV/opening date is Saturday 6th February 2- 4pm.
What are the exhibition opening hours?
The exhibition will be open to the public:
Saturday 6th February to Sunday 7th March 2027
Gallery opening hours are Thursday to Sunday, 11am – 4pm
Saturday 6th February to Sunday 7th March 2027
Gallery opening hours are Thursday to Sunday, 11am – 4pm
Does the location have disabled access?
Yes the gallery has disabled access
What publicity will be provided as part of the opportunity?
The exhibition will be marketed through the OPO social media sites and through the regional and local press.
We may share images of works in the exhibition on social media for promotional purposes. We cannot accept responsibility for any subsequent scraping, copying or use of these images by third parties, including for AI purposes.
We may share images of works in the exhibition on social media for promotional purposes. We cannot accept responsibility for any subsequent scraping, copying or use of these images by third parties, including for AI purposes.
What happens if my work is selected?
If your work is selected you will receive an email via Curartorspace with a reminder of delivery dates.
How will the works for the exhibition be selected?
Work will be selected on-line by our panel of 3 independent judges. Art work will be considered entirely on its own merits, therefore your name and biographical information will not be revealed to the panel during this process.
How will the work be selected for the exhibition?
Work will be selected on-line by our panel of 2 independent judges and one member of the Board of Trustees of the OPO. Art work will be considered entirely on its own merits, therefore your name and biographical information will not be revealed to the panel during this process.
If my work is selected how should I prepare my work?
You will need to clearly label each piece with your name, title and price of the work, to match the information on your application form.
As the OPO is a heritage building and the hanging system is rail-based, with wires and sliders, rather than the work being attached to the wall itself. Therefore all 2D work for hanging should be fitted on the back with D-Rings, placed vertically approximately 5cm from the top of the frame. Please ensure the D-Rings used are suitable for the weight of the artwork. No picture cord or wire is required.
Mirror plates will not be accepted. If they are required, for any reason, then we reserve the right to fit them to your frame/stretcher at the OPO.
We also reserve the right to adjust your fittings, if needs be, to ensure a successful curation of your work.
As the OPO is a heritage building and the hanging system is rail-based, with wires and sliders, rather than the work being attached to the wall itself. Therefore all 2D work for hanging should be fitted on the back with D-Rings, placed vertically approximately 5cm from the top of the frame. Please ensure the D-Rings used are suitable for the weight of the artwork. No picture cord or wire is required.
Mirror plates will not be accepted. If they are required, for any reason, then we reserve the right to fit them to your frame/stretcher at the OPO.
We also reserve the right to adjust your fittings, if needs be, to ensure a successful curation of your work.
When will I know if my work has been selected?
You will be notified on or before 15th January 2026 whether your artwork has been selected for exhibition or not.
The decision of the selectors on all matters is final and no correspondence will be entered into regarding the selections made
The decision of the selectors on all matters is final and no correspondence will be entered into regarding the selections made
How much commission will be taken if my work is sold?
If your work is sold Scarborough Studios CIO will take a 33% commission on the sale price. Please remember to include commission when you are pricing your works. Please also note that artists liable to VAT are responsible for paying their own tax.
When your work sells and once the buyer has paid in full, a red dot will be placed beside the piece, and another on the list of works in the space.
Any sales of the work during the exhibition should be processed via the Old Parcels Office. If you, the artist, sell the artwork via another platform, then the commission to the OPO will still be owing. Please inform us of all sales immediately to avoid replication.
Payment to artists will take place after the exhibition closes. A member of the Old Parcels Office will be in touch to take your bank account name, number and sort code and the funds will be transferred to you via BACS. We will not ask you for any further account information, and this information will only be used to make this payment.
When your work sells and once the buyer has paid in full, a red dot will be placed beside the piece, and another on the list of works in the space.
Any sales of the work during the exhibition should be processed via the Old Parcels Office. If you, the artist, sell the artwork via another platform, then the commission to the OPO will still be owing. Please inform us of all sales immediately to avoid replication.
Payment to artists will take place after the exhibition closes. A member of the Old Parcels Office will be in touch to take your bank account name, number and sort code and the funds will be transferred to you via BACS. We will not ask you for any further account information, and this information will only be used to make this payment.
What happens if the exhibition is cancelled for any reason?
The OPO reserves the right to restrict, change, postpone or cancel the exhibition if deemed necessary or unavoidable. In this case we will be in touch with all artists to update them on the situation.
Do I need to insure my work?
Whilst every care will be take in the handling of your artworks. The Old Parcels Office and Scarborough Studios CIO can accept no liability for loss or damage to work submitted to and exhibited during the Open Exhibition; therefore, you may wish to arrange your own insurance for any artworks delivered to us
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