OPEN CALL: EMERGING ARTIST EXHIBITION 2025
EXHIBIT YOUR WORK IN OUR SEPTEMBER GROUP SHOW!
Submit three-works to be considered for inclusion in our annual Emerging Artist Exhibition this September. This open call is an opportunity for Emerging Artists to present a small collection of works. A chance to exhibit and gain valuable experience working with a gallery and building an exhibition, reach new audiences and have mentorship from mid-level resident artists and gallery directors.
ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday 1st August 2025
Gallery Hours: Thursday - Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 10 - 2pm
Location: 451 Sydney Road, Balgowlah
Gallery Website: https://sydneyroadgallery.com/
Socials: @sydneyroadgallery
ABOUT THE EXHIBITION
We're calling on local emerging artists to submit a three-piece series of artworks for our 2025 Emerging Artist Exhibition. This showcase highlights exciting new talent working across a wide range of disciplines—from painting and sculpture to textiles, ceramics, photography and mixed media.
Selected artists will exhibit their work as part of a curated group show at Sydney Road Gallery September 4th - 21st , with an Opening Night celebration Friday 5th September.
This is a unique opportunity for exposure, connection, and professional development, and is open to artists looking to take the next step in their creative practice.
ELIGIBILITY
Open to emerging artists living and working in Australia
An early career artist, creating quality works, consistently. No age limit.
Artists must not have exhibited with us previously.
ARTWORK GUIDELINES
Submit three artworks that show your visual language.
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Any medium accepted (except video).
Works must be available for sale upon delivery to gallery
SELECTION CRITERIA
Works will be selected based on:
Originality & Conceptual Depth
Technical Skill & Craftsmanship
Clarity in style
Audience Compatibility & Marketability
KEY DATES
Open Call Live: Sunday 22nd June
Entries Close: Friday 1st August 2025
Finalists Notified: Friday 8th August 2025
Artwork Delivery Deadline: Sunday 24th August
Exhibition Dates: September 4th - 21st
Opening Night: Friday, 5th September
IF SELECTED
Artists will have 3 works hung in the gallery for a 3 week period, works available through the SRG website, and marketing through our Newsletter and Socials.
Gain valuable mentorship from Gallery Directors and insight from Gallery Management.
There is no entry charge.
Artist will be required to pay an upfront administration fee upon selection, of $120
The gallery will take a 35% commission on sold works.
We are so exciting to be curating this emerging artist show and platforming the incredible talent, bringing art and community to our local area.
We can’t wait to see what you create.