Body – International Online Group Exhibition 2026
No. 35 Gallery is pleased to announce an international Open Call for our upcoming Body Online Group Exhibition 2026.
This exhibition explores the human body as a subject, symbol, and vessel of identity, emotion, memory, culture, and experience. Artists are invited to examine the body through their own unique artistic perspectives, whether figurative, abstract, conceptual, documentary, or experimental.
The theme may be interpreted broadly and can explore physical, psychological, cultural, political, gender-related, or symbolic aspects of the body.
We welcome submissions from emerging and established artists worldwide working across all visual art mediums, including painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, digital art, textile art, printmaking, drawing, performance documentation, and other contemporary practices.
The human body has served as one of the most enduring subjects in art history, reflecting personal narratives, social realities, beauty, vulnerability, strength, transformation, and the complexities of human existence. Through this exhibition, we aim to present diverse interpretations of the body and foster an international dialogue through contemporary art.
Selected artists will have the opportunity to exhibit their work as part of an international online exhibition presented by No. 35 Gallery and promoted to a global audience of artists, collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts.
Important Dates
Open for Submissions: 22 June 2026
Submission Deadline: 6 July 2026
Selected Artists Notification: 11-12 July 2026
Exhibition Opening: 22 July 2026
The winners and nominated artists will be announced on the opening day of the exhibition.
Eligibility
Artists from all countries are welcome to apply.
Both emerging and established artists may submit artwork.
All visual art mediums are accepted.
AI-created artworks is not acceptable
Submission Requirements
Artists may submit one artwork.
For 3D works, multiple views may be combined into a single image.
Artwork should relate to the exhibition theme of Body, either directly or conceptually.
Awards & Opportunities
First Prize
Featured Interview on the No. 35 Gallery website
Solo Show on No. 35 Gallery website
Nominated Artists
Featured Artist Profile on our website
Promotion through our social media platforms
Special Opportunity — Artist of the Month
To support women artists from the Middle East and South Asia, one selected artist will receive:
Solo Show Opportunity on the No. 35 Gallery website
Dedicated promotion through our platforms
Eligible countries Artist of the Month include:
Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cyprus, Egypt, Georgia, India, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Maldives, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, and Yemen.
Participation Fee
Entry is free.
A participation fee of £15 is required only after selection to be included in the exhibition.
Deadline
7 July 2026
Selection Criteria
Submissions will be reviewed based on:
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Artistic quality and technical execution
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Relevance to the exhibition theme
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Originality and individual artistic voice
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Conceptual and visual strength
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Curatorial compatibility within the exhibition
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Quality of artwork presentation
The jury seeks a diverse range of artistic approaches, media, cultural perspectives, and interpretations of contemporary urban environments.
Exhibition Details
The exhibition will be presented online through the No. 35 Gallery website.
Selected works will be curated into a dedicated digital exhibition accessible to an international audience.
The exhibition will remain archived on the gallery website for one year following its conclusion, providing continued visibility for participating artists.
Sales & Commission
Artists may choose to make their artworks available for sale through the exhibition.
No. 35 Gallery receives a 30% commission on any sales made through the exhibition.
About No. 35 Gallery
No. 35 Gallery is an independent online contemporary art platform supporting emerging and established artists through curated exhibitions, solo presentations, artist interviews, and international open calls.
The gallery provides artists with opportunities for professional presentation, international visibility, and meaningful engagement with global audiences.
Founded in 2025 by Anisa M. Nia.
Based in London, United Kingdom.
How To Apply
Please complete the submission form below:
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We look forward to discovering and celebrating contemporary artists from around the world.