Organizer Information
PAI_32 – Platform for Art Initiatives is an independent art organization based in London, United Kingdom, that supports artists through curatorial projects, exhibitions, and community-driven initiatives. The platform’s mission is to innovate art practices and empower artists by creating opportunities for exposure, professional growth, and international collaboration. PAI_32 organizes exhibitions in its London gallery space, connects artists with curators and collectors, and fosters cultural dialogue through thematic shows and open calls.
Title & Description
PAI32 Exhibition Open Call – “SOFT MECHANICS: Difference, Repetition, Life”
PAI_32 invites global artists to participate in a thematic exhibition exploring rhythm, pulse, and vibration as embodied experiences beyond linear time. The show reflects on how the body absorbs and creates signals and asks artists to consider what signals we choose to tune into or block out in an accelerating world. Artists are encouraged to present work that engages audiences with ideas around repetition, change, and experiential time through visual, auditory, kinetic, or interactive media. Exhibition dates are scheduled for April 1–5, 2026, in London.
Categories
This call welcomes a wide range of artistic and creative disciplines, including:
- Visual Art (Painting, Sculpture, Prints)
- Photography
- Installation
- Multimedia & Digital Art
- Video/Film
- Sound/Music & Performance
- Site-Specific and Experimental Works
- Interactive Art Practices
- Hybrid and Interdisciplinary formats
Eligibility
- International artists from any country (artists aged 18 and above are eligible).
- Open to established and emerging artists working in any medium.
- Individual artists and collectives are welcome to apply.
- Artists must provide original works and affirm authorship rights.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Exhibition of their work in a London gallery space with public viewing.
- Exposure to collectors, curators, and arts professionals.
- Opportunity to sell works during the show (with a commission of 20% on sales).
- Professional visibility and networking potential.
- For remote applicants, professional printing support for quality-display digital works.
- Career development through inclusion in a curated thematic exhibition.
Application Fee
£25 (non-refundable) for up to five submitted works.
Application Requirements
To apply, artists must submit:
- Personal details (name, contact, location).
- Digital images or links to artwork files (Google Drive/Dropbox).
- Project descriptions (approx. 200 words).
- Work details (title, year, dimensions, medium, price or NFS).
- Artists can submit multiple works in one application.
- Artworks must be original and not infringe intellectual property rights.
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 1 March 2026
- Exhibition Dates: 1–5 April 2026
Location
London, United Kingdom
Additional Details
- PAI_32 encourages an inclusive and diverse exhibition platform for artists of all backgrounds.
- Artists are responsible for shipping and retrieving their physical works.
- Photography of exhibited works will be used for promotion and educational purposes by PAI_32.
- Insurance for artwork is recommended but not provided by the organizers.
- Artists should review all terms carefully before submission.