Open Call for Artists - 23rd Community Art Exhibition

Are you an artist eager to exhibit your work?

Applications are now open for our 23rd Community Art Exhibition 5 - 28 March 2026, at Circular ArtSpace – East Bristol’s first permanent art gallery, proudly housed in a converted double-decker bus!

This will be our 23rd group exhibition, forming part of a wider programme of 36 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:

• send us an email at contact@circularartspace.co.uk, subject 23rd Art Show
• Please include a few images of your work or a link to your website/social media.
• We do not accept AI generated work in any form.
• Submission is FREE.
• 2D works must be framed and corded.
• We only accept original artworks (handmade prints, photography, and video are exceptions).

Fees if selected:
£35 per artist (£25 for sculptures and ceramics).

No commission on sales — artists keep 100%!

Important dates:

• Application deadline: 29 January 2026 (23:59 GMT)
• Set-up day: 4 March 2026, 12 am–4 pm
• Opening: Thursday, 5 March 2026, 12-4 pm
• Special Meet the Artists event: Saturday 7th March 2-4 pm
• Collection: Sunday 29 March, 12 am - 3 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 underrepresented artists.

Our gallery space in Fishponds welcomes approximately 400 visitors each month.
To date, we have provided exhibition opportunities to over 680 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!