The Open Gallery is looking for artworks on the theme of 'Textile Art' for an exhibition in December/January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for UK-based artists to showcase their work at the Open Gallery in Halifax and connect with a new audience.

Open Gallery, Halifax, invites artists to take part in our Textile Art Open Call for the Winter exhibition.

We’re seeking imaginative 2D and 3D artworks that highlight the rich variety and creativity found in textile art. All artistic styles, concepts, and approaches are welcome—showcase your unique vision!

Artists are invited to produce and submit original work on the theme of 'Textile Art'.

We will accept artwork from any individual artist who lives/works in the UK and will be able to deliver/courier and pick up their artwork to/from the gallery.

Any two-dimensional or 3D artwork on the theme of 'Textile Art' can be submitted through curatorspace.com.

The work can be in any media: painting, sculpture, textile, jewellery, artists' books, mixed media, etc.

Key Dates

• Deadline to apply: Wednesday, 2 December 2026
• Notification of selection: Thursday, 3 December 2026
• Delivery of artwork: Between 4 – 12 December 2026
• Exhibition dates: 19 - 24, 30 -31 December 2026/5 -15 January 2027
• Opening event: Saturday, 19 December, 5–7 pm

Who Can Apply

We welcome submissions from any UK-based artist working in 2D or 3D media who can arrange delivery and collection of their work to/from the gallery in Halifax.

Accepted Media

Mixed media painting, sculpture, textiles, jewellery, artists’ books, mixed media, etc.

Submission Guidelines

• Submit up to three artworks
• Provide a short description (max. 150 words) of your work. This will be included in the exhibition catalogue.
• Include price (or mark NFS if not for sale)
• Include dimensions in cm (including frame if applicable)
  
  

Fees & Sales

Free to apply

If selected, a £40 participation fee per artist applies

A 20% commission will be taken on sales to cover administrative costs

The participation fee helps support the exhibition and directly benefits participating artists by increasing their exposure through inclusion in a professionally printed catalogue, features on our website and on our Instagram account (with over 2,700 followers), and the opportunity to connect with fellow artists during the exhibition and opening event.

The fee also helps us keep the gallery running as an accessible space for artists and the local community.

Selected works will be

• Exhibited in Open Gallery, Halifax (4a Broad St Plaza, Halifax HX1 1UX), a new location in a prime spot to attract visitors.
• Featured on our website and social media
• Included in a printed exhibition catalogue

By submitting, you agree that your images may be used in promotional materials (social media, flyers, posters, etc.).

About Us

Open Gallery, founded in 2022, is a local, independent art space in Halifax dedicated to showcasing contemporary visual art across a wide range of media.

Run by a small, passionate team, the gallery aims to support emerging and established artists by providing inclusive opportunities to exhibit work and connect with new audiences.

Our newly relocated space at Broad Street Plaza offers a vibrant, accessible setting in the heart of Halifax, designed to engage the local community and attract art lovers from across the region.

The gallery is open Wednesday–Saturday, 11 am–4 pm.

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