Open Call for Artists - 20th Community Art Exhibition

Are you an artist eager to exhibit your work?

Applications are now open for our 20th Community Art Exhibition 30 October - 22 November 2025, at Circular ArtSpace – East Bristol’s first permanent art gallery, proudly housed in a converted double-decker bus!

This will be our 20th group exhibition, forming part of a wider programme of 31 curated shows, including solo exhibitions and members’ collectives.

We welcome all mediums:
Painting, photography, sculpture, installation, illustration, digital art, ceramics, video and more.

What’s available:
- 24 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 website by completing the form.
- 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: 15 October 2025 (23:59 GMT)
- Set-up day: 29 October 2025, 12 am–4 pm
- Opening event: Thursday, 30 October 2025, 6–8 pm

About Circular ArtSpace:
Circular ArtSpace is a not-for-profit gallery based in Bristol, UK, established in March 2022, supporting creativity in East Bristol.
We curate both physical and virtual exhibitions, as well as artist fairs, with a focus on supporting emerging and under-represented artists.

- Our gallery space in Fishponds welcomes approximately 400 visitors each month.
- To date, we have provided exhibition opportunities to over 580 artists in our physical gallery.

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, Visit Bristol Tourist information website.
- 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!