United Kingdom
Organizer Information: Visual Art Open (VAO) in partnership with the Visual Artists Association (VAA). The VAA represents a global community of over 25,000 members, providing resources to nurture artistic and professional growth. Title & Description: Applications are open for the 11th annual Visual Art Open (VAO26). This major international art award celebrates the diverse talents […]
Organizer Information The opportunity is hosted by University College London, one of the leading global research universities based in London. Within UCL, the position sits in the Department of History of Art, part of the Faculty of Social & Historical Sciences. The department is internationally recognized for its critical and interdisciplinary approaches to art history, […]
No Place Art, established in 2018, is an artist-led initiative dedicated to supporting and connecting artists with those who champion their work. Through thoughtfully curated exhibitions, we create opportunities for artists to showcase their work, engage with collectors, and foster meaningful collaborations with arts organisations and industry leaders. Our tailored awards further enrich artistic practice […]
Organizer Information: National Portrait Gallery. The Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize showcases the work of talented young photographers, gifted amateurs, and established professionals in the very best of contemporary portrait photography. Title & Description: Applications are open for the Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2026. The competition celebrates a diverse range of images—from formal commissioned […]
Organizer Information Tate Modern is a globally recognized art institution based in the United Kingdom, with a mission to make art accessible for all audiences and champion culturally inclusive, innovative exhibitions. Tate operates across four UK galleries (Tate Liverpool, Tate St Ives, Tate Britain, Tate Modern) and collaborates with national and international partners. The institution […]
Organizer Information The Barbican is a multidisciplinary international arts centre in the City of London, renowned for its contemporary and modern Visual Arts, performance, music, film, and Design programs. The Centre showcases international artists, presents major exhibitions, and engages local communities through education and public programming. Its Visual Arts department produces solo commissions, large-scale exhibitions, […]
Organizer Information Photoworks is a UK-based organization dedicated to supporting photographers and artists through professional development, exhibitions, and research initiatives. For this residency, Photoworks partners with the Royal Geographical Society and the Italian Cultural Institute in London. The program focuses on archival research, environmental and humanitarian themes, and fostering cross-cultural dialogue among professional photographers. Title […]
Organizer Information: Cromer Artspace. The exhibition will be held at Artspace on the Prom in Cromer. Title & Description: Applications are open for Cliff Edge: Textile Art on the Brink. This exhibition captures the precarious moment where textile art stands today: between tradition and innovation, craft and concept, material and message. Like the literal cliff […]
Organizer Information: ArtEN, in collaboration with the Florence Trust and a network of international cultural agencies (Partner Tracks). Title & Description: Applications are open for the ArtEN Annual Exhibition 2026. This group exhibition maps the diverse practices of artists actively shaping the UK art scene. Selected artists will present their work to international curators, collectors, […]