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16th Community Art Exhibition

Deadline: 03/06/2025

City: Bristol  |  Region: Somerset  |  Country: United Kingdom  |  Circular ArtSpace

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🎨 Open Call for Artists: 16th Community Art Exhibition 🎨

🎨 Call for Artists: 16th Community Art Exhibition

3–27 July 2025 | Circular ArtSpace, East Bristol

Are you an artist eager to exhibit your work?

Applications are now open for our 16th Community Art Exhibition at Circular ArtSpace – East Bristol’s first permanent art gallery, proudly housed in a converted double-decker bus!

✨ We welcome all mediums:

Painting, photography, sculpture, installation, illustration, digital art, ceramics, and more.

📍 What’s available:

  • 26 spaces for 2D artworks (up to 120 cm x 160 cm)

  • 6 plinths for sculptures and ceramics (90 cm x 40 cm)


💌 How to apply:

  • Submission is FREE.

  • Apply via Curatorspace by completing the form below.

  • 2D works must be framed and corded.

  • We only accept original artworks (handmade prints, digital pieces, photography, and video are exceptions).

  • Please include a few images of your work or a link to your website/social media.


💷 Fees if selected:

  • £35 per artist (£25 for sculptures and ceramics).

  • No commission on sales — artists keep 100%!


🗓 Important dates:

  • Application deadline: 3 June 2025 (23:59 GMT)

  • Set-up day: 2 July 2025, 11 am–4 pm

  • Opening event: Thursday, 3 July 2025, 6–8 pm


📍 About Circular ArtSpace:

Circular ArtSpace is an independent, inclusive, and not-for-profit gallery supporting creativity in East Bristol.

Visit us Wednesday to Sunday, 11 am–4 pm, behind The Crafty Egg Café at 780 Fishponds Road, BS16 3TT, Bristol.

🌟 Why exhibit with us?

  • Showcase your work in a vibrant and supportive creative community.

  • Reach new audiences in a busy, accessible East Bristol location.

  • Benefit from promotional support via our website, mailing list, and social media channels.

  • Featured listings on Curatorspace, VASW (Visual Arts South West) and Bristol Creatives websites.

  • Be part of a professionally curated group exhibition.

  • Meet fellow artists and expand your creative network.

  • Keep 100% of your sales — we take no commission!


🌟 Excited?

Apply now — and if you know an artist who might love this opportunity, please share!

Make a submission Contact the curator
When is the deadline?
3rd June, 23:59.
How many works can I submit?
Please send us a few images of your work, or a link to your website, or social media account.
When is the delivery date?
Wednesda the 2nd of July, 11 am - 4 pm.
When do I need to collect my work?
27th July, 11 am - 4 pm.
How much does it cost?
£35 for a panel 120x160cm.
£25 for a plinth 90x40cm.
Is there a private view / opening?
Thursday 3rd July, 6 pm - 8 pm.
What are the exhibition opening hours?
Wednesday to Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm.
What publicity will be provided as part of the opportunity?
The event will be promoted on the CuratorSpace platform, VASW platform, Bristol Creatives platform, Visit Bristol touristic portal, newsletter, social media, website.
Do I need to be present?
We will be glad if you can join us at the "Meet the Artists" event on the 3rd of July.
What happens if my proposal is chosen?
Once selected we will send you a confirmation email with the details for the payment and the instructions for the consignment.
What are the selection criteria?
We are as open as possible to offer any artists the opportunity to show their creativity.

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