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RISE Open (Dumfries and Galloway)

Deadline: 01/09/2026

City: New Galloway  |  Region: Kirkcudbrightshire  |  Country: United Kingdom  |  Catherine Campbell

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Call for Submission - Rise Open Art Exhibition (18 - 30years) All shortlisted artists will take part in a group exhibition in November. First place prize is solo exhibition in 2027.

RISE OPEN 2026 is now open for submissions from visual artists up to 30 years old and living in Dumfries & Galloway.

This is a FREE opportunity for emerging artists working across 2D and 3D visual art.

Shortlisted artists will be invited to exhibit as part of a group exhibition at CatStrand in October 2026.

At the exhibition launch, there will be two awards announced:

RISE OPEN 2026 Winner

The winner will receive a solo exhibition in 2027, mentorship in the lead-up to the exhibition, and a £500 bursary towards their solo
exhibition. 

A People’s Choice Award winner will also be awarded on the night.

For each work:

Title, date created, medium and a short description/about the work

Work must be available to exhibit on the dates if selected.

All entries will be shared on the RISE social media pages.

Free entry.

RISE OPEN 2026 is supported by Glenkens Community & Arts Trust, funded by Holywood Trust as part of CatStrand Creatives.

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Who is eligible for this opportunity?
18 - 30 living in Dumfries and Galloway.
When is the deadline?
1st September.
How many works can I submit?
Max 4.
When is the delivery date?
25 and 26th Sept.
When do I need to collect my work?
Dec
How much does it cost?
Free
Are there payments to artists?
Winner will receive mentorship and a small £500 bursary towards solo exhibition.
Is there a private view / opening?
Yes.
What are the exhibition opening hours?
10 - 5 Tuesday - Saturday.
Does the location have disabled access?
Yes.
What publicity will be provided as part of the opportunity?
Yes.
Do I need to be present?
No.
Where will my venue be listed?
Various.

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