THE SECRET SALON is excited to announce an exclusive DAVID BOWIE / GLAM ROCK pop up art gallery celebrating a historic David Bowie gig and hosted in the exact venue that David Bowie played in 1976. We are looking for bold and exciting work that will bring The Chislehurst Caves alive with art celebrating the era, the Glam Rock movement and David Bowie.

Opportunity for UK-based artists to exhibit their work physically in a historic venue / gallery space in South East London on 22nd November 2025.... WHERE DAVID BOWIE PLAYED IN 1976 !

We are looking for work based on the theme of David Bowie or Glam Rock.

It could be the clothes, the music, the colours, the lyrics, a poem, a sculpture, a painting, 3D work, digital work, a piece of writing or collage, photography, printing, textiles, mixed media....Anything that relates to the theme !

Submission is FREE and you may submit up to THREE works for consideration.

CURATED by the colourful London-born artist Andree Adley BA and MA Central Saint Martins.

Take a look at her Instagram to get a feel for her vibe @andreeadleyartist

This is our 9th exhibition and the mission in place is to create a core group of artists with the idea of exhibiting in different and unusual spaces which create exciting shows that push our works forward.

This is a ONE DAY POP UP exhibtion and excslusive social networking event.

We will be looking for exciting and unique work that we may take further into our future Secret Salon exhibitions.

Artists at any stage of their career may apply, and we welcome all cultures and artists from minority groups and backgrounds.

The Secret Salon prides itself on being inclusive to all people without judgment.

ACCEPTED MEDIA:

2D works, painting, drawing, lino printing, mono printing, abstract works, mixed media, collage, textiles, 3D works,  poetry, writing, lyrics, photography and sculpture.  

We have a huge gallery space and encourage large 3D and sculpture pieces for this show. We usually expect many visitors during the event.  

This is an excellent opportunity for artists to show their work in an exceptional location to a new London audience.

If a buyer is interested in your work, we will put them in touch with you directly, and we will charge a 20% commission on all sales.

A video of the event will be available offline for participants whose work is accepted, along with a photo of the exhibition.

The Secret Salon operates a cost-sharing model as we are not funded.

All participating artists share the costs of overheads for events, including hire, hospitality, drinks, the Private View, Invigilation, and a photographer to document the exhibition.

Any overages go towards the next show.

Benefits for participating artists:

• Your work on the wall in a prestigious London location.
• Get your art seen by a new London audience.
• A Private View for artists and invited guests.
• Hospitality, drinks, nibbles, and documentation of the exhibition.
• Networking with your peers and growing your profile.
• Meet the Curator personally and promote your work further.
• Photos of the event will be sent to those who take part and cannot attend.

Fees :

For accepted works, A3 and under £35 per piece.

Over A3 £55 per piece.

Larger than  A1 by arrangement with The Secret Salon directly.

You must be able to either post your work to us by 21st November or deliver it to the venue by 10am on 22nd November.

Works will be selected on a rolling basis, so more spaces will be available at the beginning.

Good luck!