Solo Show 2026: episode 4
No. 35 Gallery is pleased to announce an international Open Call for our Solo Exhibition Programme 2026.
This opportunity is designed for artists seeking a dedicated platform to present a cohesive body of work through a professionally curated online solo exhibition.
We welcome submissions from emerging and established artists working in all visual art mediums, including painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, digital art, textile art, drawing, printmaking, and other contemporary visual practices.
Selected artists will receive a dedicated solo exhibition page on the No. 35 Gallery website, providing an opportunity to showcase their artistic practice to an international audience of collectors, curators, galleries, and art enthusiasts.
Our Solo Exhibition Programme aims to support artists in developing their professional presence and expanding the visibility of their work through a focused and personalised exhibition experience.
Important Dates
Open for Submissions: 4 August 2026
Submission Deadline: 21 August 2026
Selected Artists Notification: 23 August 2026
Exhibition Launch: It will set with artists
Eligibility
Artists from all countries are welcome to apply.
Applications are open to both emerging and established artists working in any visual art medium.
Submission Requirements
Applicants may submit up to 1 artworks from a cohesive body of work.
Artists should provide:
Artist Biography
Artist Statement
Artwork Images
Artwork Details (Title, Medium, Dimensions, Year)
Awards & Opportunities
Dedicated Online Solo Exhibition
Curated Exhibition Presentation
Artist Biography and Statement Publication
Direct Artwork Enquiry Feature
International Exposure Through No. 35 Gallery
Promotion Through Our Website and Social Media Platforms
Permanent Exhibition Archive
Reduced Participation Fee for Eligible Women Artists from the Middle East and South Asia
Participation Fee
Entry is free.
A participation fee is required only after selection.
Standard Participation Fee: £45
Reduced Participation Fee (£30)
To support women artists from the Middle East and South Asia, selected women artists from the following countries are eligible for a reduced participation fee of £30:
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.
Selected artists will receive full participation details and payment instructions in their acceptance email.
Deadline
22 August 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.