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Frequently Asked Questions

I'm having issues submitting my art, what can I do?

Try the following, even if they seem obvious as these are typically the most common fixes:
– Make sure you’ve filled out all the requested information.
– Make sure your images are no bigger than 15MB
– Clear your cache!
– Accepted images typed are jpg, pdf, jpeg, img, png
– How’s your internet connection? Make sure you’re all connected.
– Press the NEXT button only once after you’ve filled out all the info, and then wait a moment.
– Try refreshing the page, and then re-enter your info
If all else fails, submit via Google
If you’re still having a problem, contact us.

How do I become an artist on your webpage?

All you need to do is be a great art maker from anywhere in the world and then click here to submit your art
We change our Artists every month, so there’s plenty of chances to be featured. If you’ve joined our mailing list and follow our social media, you’ll already know when our call outs are.

How can I apply to one of your exhibitions?

Best way to know about our upcoming exhibitions and how to apply is to join our mailing list 
Currently all our exhibitions are in London. If we have any Open Calls we’ll put them on our opportunities page.

I saw an artist at one of your exhibitions but I can't remember their name!


Don’t fret! Check the Exhibitions page to see if you can spot the artist there.

Do I need insurance to exhibit my artwork?

It’s not required, but if you want guaranteed protection over your artwork while exhibiting, you might want to consider insuring your own work.
Try A-N insurance. There are also many others to choose from. Do your research and find something that suits you.
For information read our Terms

Do I have to pay to submit my art?


Sometimes. We pride ourselves on creating both free and affordable submission fees, because we’re artists too and know what it’s like to spend on expensive application fees.

Submission fees are in place not only to maintain and update the website, but allows for the time it takes to go through each application carefully reading your descriptions, reviewing your work, and sharing artwork online so that we can continue creating opportunities for artists like you.

When you fill in the application form, you’ll be redirected to a payment page powered by PayPal.

How do you select your artists?

We are big on showing support to artists that don’t always get a chance to exhibit. So we look for artists that show a great deal of potential and skill, and have a clear passion for what they’re doing.
When we partner with venues for exhibitions or arts markets, we’ll get their opinion on what art works best in their space. Sometimes we make call outs for specific artists, for events based on certain locations or demographics.
As for the types of art, we’re always open! We love to find artists doing new and cool things. For the website, we accept art in any medium, except film and performing art. Although sometimes we consider film and performance art for certain occasions or events.

When will I hear back?


If we have selected your artwork, we’ll get in touch by email. If we can’t reach you there, we may try to catch you on Instagram.

If you apply to Artist of The Month or 1B Window Gallery, these are ongoing opportunities. You’ll only hear from us if you’ve been successfully chosen for that month. We keep entries incase we want to consider you for any of the months following.

If you apply to our other exhibitions or collaborative projects, we’ll tell you either way if you’ve been selected or not. It could take up to 3 weeks after the given deadline to be notified.

Can I write something for your blog?

We’re occasionally open our blog to guest contributors. We only respond to serious enquiries and do not accept any recycled content or self-promotional content. We look forward to sharing useful articles with our readers that are specifically aimed at artists, creatives and the development of their work or practice.
If you’re interested in writing for us, please take the time to read our blog first and get an idea of what we write about. Please not send us any ideas that are off topic.
Send an email to hello@darkyellowdot.com if you have any ideas or questions about writing for us, we’d love to hear it.

I am an arts venue/project, I'd like you to curate an exhibition


Let’s chat! Contact our Founder and events organiser Lauren at laurenlittle@darkyellowdot.com

I'm an arts organisation, can we work together?

Let’s chat! We’re always looking to make new friends with people who like supporting artists too.
Send an email to our Founder and events organiser Lauren at laurenlittle@darkyellowdot.com – we can talk about any ideas you may have for exhibitions, events, workshops, panel discussions and more.