Organizer Information
Imprint is the latest venture from the team behind the renowned Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair. This new contemporary art fair is dedicated to positioning print and editions as a vital gateway to collecting contemporary art. Hosted at the landmark Art Deco RHS Lawrence Hall in Westminster, London, Imprint integrates a curated artist presentation within a professional gallery structure, fostering an environment where independent talent stands alongside established institutions.
Title & Description
Imprint Art Fair 2026: International Artist Open Call.
This call offers artists a high-profile opportunity to exhibit within a curated framework at the heart of London. Imprint seeks to push the boundaries of the medium, inviting works that netexplore innovative techniques and multi-faceted processes. From traditional relief and intaglio to expanded approaches involving sculpture and installation, the fair celebrates printmaking as a primary contemporary practice. Selected artists will gain direct access to collectors, curators, and industry professionals, establishing their work within a commercial and curatorial landscape of exceptional strength.
Categories
Printmaking.
Eligibility
- Open to International and domestic artists at all career stages.
- Works must be original prints (conceived as a print from the outset, not a reproduction).
- Includes all traditional techniques (Etching, Lithography, Screenprint, etc.) and expanded formats.
- Digital and photographic prints are accepted if issued as limited editions (no open editions).
- No restrictions on scale, though work must be professionally presented.
Program Benefits and Awards
- Exhibition: Showcase work at RHS Lawrence Hall, Westminster, alongside specialist galleries and publishers.
- The Director’s Cut: A secondary selection by fair Directors for artists demonstrating exceptional distinction, offering additional visibility.
- Commercial Platform: Direct engagement with the contemporary art market and global collectors.
- Regional Support: Access to a free "Regional Drop Off" network across the UK (Glasgow, Belfast, Bristol, etc.) for transport logistics.
- Framing Service: Access to a dedicated high-quality, low-cost framing service.
Fees
- Standard Application: £35.00 for the first work, £5.00 per subsequent work (up to 6 total).
- Artist Members: Free application for up to 6 works (Membership is £50/year).
- Hardship Help: Limited fee waivers available for those in need (contact info@woolwichprintfair.com).
- Commission: 40% + VAT on sales (excluding framing).
Application Requirements
- Digital Images: High-resolution files (max 5MB).
- Artist Statement: 200 words max, written in the third person.
- Tagline: A brief summary of your CV/Statement (under 175 characters).
- Metadata: Dimensions (cm), Price, and Edition Size.
- Profile: A portrait photograph (for marketing purposes only).
How to Apply?
Submissions are handled via a two-stage online application process through the artist portal. Apply for Imprint Art Fair 2026
Key Dates
- Open Call Deadline: July 9, 2026 (5:00 PM GMT).
- Artist Notification: August 17, 2026.
- Regional Drop-offs: October 12 – 18, 2026.
- Private View: October 26, 2026.
- Fair Dates: October 26 – November 1, 2026.
- Collection of Unsold Work: November 3 – 8, 2026.
Location
United Kingdom, RHS Lawrence Hall, Westminster, London.
Additional Details
Selected 2D works should be professionally framed with D-rings and string. Artists may also provide one "browser edition" (unframed) per selected artwork. All unsold work is returned to its original drop-off point at no extra cost to the artist.