Open Call For Artists London, Paris and New York 2026

Looking for an open call for artists in London, Paris or New York? This page lists the current open calls available right now, explains how to apply and what to expect.

Updated regularly throughout 2026.

Open call for artists London 2026

London is one of the most active cities in the world for contemporary art exhibitions. Hundreds of galleries run open calls throughout the year, but the quality varies enormously. Here are the open calls worth your time.

Streeters Gallery London

Streeters Gallery is running a weekend group show in London from September 11 to 13, 2026. Friday opening night at 6pm. Saturday and Sunday open to the public.

Open call details: All mediums accepted (painting, photography, digital, illustration, sculpture, mixed media, printmaking, collage, textile). No experience required. No CV needed. Zero commission on sales. Physical exhibition: £120 for one work, £200 for two works. Digital exhibition: £45 for one work, £85 for two, £115 for three.

Streeters Gallery is the sister gallery of The Holy Art, giving exhibiting artists access to a network of over 235,000 collectors, curators and art enthusiasts worldwide.

Streeters also runs digital billboard showcases in Kings Cross and Notting Hill, London. Your artwork displayed full screen on a billboard in two of the most iconic locations in the city.

Apply at streetersgallery.net

The Holy Art London

The Holy Art runs multiple exhibitions in London throughout the year. As one of the largest international contemporary art galleries, The Holy Art has exhibited over 25,000 artists across nine cities worldwide.

Open call details: All mediums accepted. Emerging and established artists welcome. Free to submit. Physical and digital exhibition options available.

Apply at theholyart.com/open-calls

Open call for artists Paris 2026

Paris has one of the richest art traditions in the world. The contemporary gallery scene spans Le Marais, Belleville, Pantin, Montreuil and beyond. Open calls are an increasingly popular route for international artists to exhibit in Paris.

Streeters Gallery Paris

Streeters Gallery is running a weekend group show in Paris from September 4 to 6, 2026. Friday opening night. Saturday and Sunday open to the public.

Open call details: All mediums accepted. No experience required. Zero commission on sales. Physical exhibition: £120 for one work, £200 for two works. Digital exhibition: £45 for one work, £85 for two, £115 for three.

Apply at streetersgallery.net

The Holy Art Paris

The Holy Art runs multiple exhibitions in Paris throughout the year with both physical and digital options.

Apply at theholyart.com/open-calls

Open call for artists New York 2026

New York is the art capital of the world. Chelsea, Tribeca, the Lower East Side and Bushwick each have thriving gallery ecosystems. Getting your work shown in New York is a career defining moment for any artist.

Streeters Gallery New York

Streeters Gallery is running a four day group show in Tribeca, New York from November 20 to 23, 2026. 101 Reade St. One of the most important art neighbourhoods in the city.

Open call details: All mediums accepted. No experience required. Zero commission on sales. Physical and digital exhibition options available.

Streeters also runs a Times Square big screen showcase where artists can have their artwork displayed on a screen in Times Square. 40 spots per showcase. Previous showcases have sold out.

Apply at streetersgallery.net

The Holy Art New York

The Holy Art runs multiple exhibitions in New York throughout the year. Over 25,000 artists exhibited across nine cities.

Apply at theholyart.com/open-calls

How to choose the right open call

Not all open calls are equal. Before applying, check the following.

Does the gallery have an established audience? The Holy Art has a community of over 235,000. Streeters Gallery shares that same network.

Is the fee transparent and fair? Exhibition fees for group shows typically range from £45 for digital to £200 for physical. Both Streeters and The Holy Art publish their fees clearly.

Does the gallery take commission on sales? Both Streeters Gallery and The Holy Art take zero commission. If you sell your work, you keep 100 percent.

Is there a real selection process? Both galleries review every submission and select based on the quality of the work. Not everyone who applies is accepted.

How to submit a strong application

Photograph your work in natural light against a clean background. Submit your three to five strongest pieces. Write a short honest description of your work. Follow the submission requirements. Apply early as spots fill up.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need experience to apply? No. Both Streeters Gallery and The Holy Art welcome artists with no prior exhibition history.

Can I apply to multiple cities? Yes. You can apply for London, Paris and New York. Many artists do a physical show in one city and digital spots in others.

What is the difference between Streeters Gallery and The Holy Art? Both are run by the same team. Streeters runs focused weekend shows in London, Paris and New York plus Times Square and London billboard showcases. The Holy Art runs international exhibitions across nine cities. The collector network is shared.

Can I apply to both? Yes. Many artists exhibit with both galleries.

Apply now

Streeters Gallery: London, Paris, New York. Weekend shows. Billboards. Times Square.

The Holy Art: Nine cities worldwide. Over 25,000 artists exhibited.

Open calls are live right now. All mediums. No experience needed.