Organizer Information
Located in the Neukölln district of Berlin, Germany, LiTE-HAUS Galerie + Kultur-Project Space operates as an independent non-profit cultural organization under Ad Finem gGmbH. Self-funded and non-grant-dependent for this project, LiTE-HAUS provides platforms for local and international contemporary artists to showcase work, connect with collectors, and participate in curated physical exhibitions.
Title & Description
Open Call for EU Artists: October Group Show in Berlin
LiTE-HAUS has launched an open call for EU-based visual artists to participate in a open-themed group exhibition taking place from October 8 to October 24, 2026 in Berlin. Designed without a restrictive theme to encourage diverse artistic expressions and attract wide audiences, the exhibition offers participating creators dedicated wall display units measuring 120 cm × 120 cm. Artists may fit multiple smaller artworks or a single large piece (maximum 120 cm × 120 cm including frames) into their allocated unit space. Due to installation guidelines, heavy or difficult-to-hang works cannot be accepted.
Categories
The call accepts Painting, Drawing, Photography, Printmaking, Illustration, and Lightweight Wall-Mounted Mixed Media.
Eligibility
- Geographic Scope: Open strictly to visual artists based within the European Union (EU).
- Artwork Constraints: Maximum dimensions of 120 cm × 120 cm per display unit (including frame). Work must be light enough for standard wall mounting.
- Attendance: Artists are not required to attend the vernissage or exhibition in person.
Program Benefits & Support
- Physical Gallery Display: Display in a high-ceiling gallery space in Neukölln, Berlin (Exhibition dates: Oct 8–24, 2026).
- Services Provided: Professional artwork installation and gallery sitting throughout public hours (Tue–Fri 1–6 PM, Sat 11 AM–3 PM).
- Opening Event: Featured placement during the public Vernissage on Thursday, October 8, 2026 (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM).
Application Fee & Co-Funding Donation
- Application Fee: 100% free to apply (€0 entry fee).
- Co-Funding Donation (Only for Accepted Artists): As a self-funded non-profit space, accepted artists co-fund the exhibition via a tier-based donation upon registration:
- Top Row Display Unit (120 cm × 120 cm): €45 EUR (Ideal for single large works).
- Bottom Row Display Unit (120 cm × 120 cm): €60 EUR (Preferable for multiple smaller works).
- Gallery Commission: 30% commission taken on all artwork sales made during the exhibition.
How to Apply
Submit your correctly formatted image files via the official Google Form application portal.
- Official Application Form: LiTE-HAUS October Group Show Form
Key Dates
- Application Submission Deadline: September 18, 2026, at 11:00 PM CEST (23:00)
- Notification of Selected Artists: September 21, 2026 (Accepted artists notified only)
- Accepted Artist Registration Deadline: September 25, 2026
- In-Person Artwork Delivery: Saturday, Oct 3 (10 AM–1 PM) OR Monday, Oct 5 (9 AM–6:30 PM)
- Exhibition Run: October 8 – October 24, 2026
- Vernissage (Opening Night): Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- In-Person Artwork Pickup: Saturday, Oct 24 (3 PM–5 PM) OR Monday, Oct 26 (9 AM–7 PM)
Location
Physical delivery, gallery display, and sales take place live in Germany at:
- LiTE-HAUS Galerie + Kultur-Project Space, Neukölln, Berlin, Germany