Cultivating spaces for extraordinary artists

Newlyn Art Gallery: Open Call

Applications are now open.

Newlyn Art Gallery & The Exchange are creating their first group exhibition celebrating D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists who live and work across the rural South West.

They'd love to hear from you.

Who can apply?
Your main home must be in:
• Cornwall
• Devon
• Somerset
• Dorset

How to apply
Send Newlyn Art Gallery & The Exchange:
• Up to 6 digital images of your work or a short video.
• A short written statement or a short video.

An independent panel will select around 10 artists for the exhibition.

Exhibition dates
21 November 2026 – 1 May 2027
At Newlyn Art Gallery

Selected artists will then have a studio visit to choose the works for the exhibition.

Good to know
• It's free to apply.
• Shortlisted artists will receive £150 to help cover the cost of taking part.

Deadline for Applications
10:00 am, Monday 7 August 2026

Your submission should be emailed to the following email address, writing EXHIBITION in the subject line.

opportunities@newlynartgallery.co.uk

Please include your full name, postal address and telephone number.

If you have any questions about how to apply, or your eligibility, please check through the FAQs below, or send an email to the Opportunities email address, writing QUESTION in the subject line.

For full details visit Newlyn Art Gallery & The Exchange.