Call For Artwork

We’re looking for artists who would like to take part in our upcoming exhibitions celebrating black excellence in creativity during Black History Month 2022 in October.

Open to any medium of works in 2D and 3D works, this includes but is not limited to sculpture, large or small paintings, drawings, collage, print, textiles, photography, mixed media and installation. (no film or performance at this time).

This year, selected artists will have the opportunity to physically display artwork at either the Genesis Cinema Gallery or the 1B Window Gallery.

If you’ve never been selected by us before, or it would be one of your first exhibitions we encourage you to enter. Submit your VERY BEST work, high quality images, and artist bio. It’s a great way to get yourself out there and share what you do best! We want to hear from you. ⁠

Successful artists will be:

• Black, African or Caribbean Heritage
• Living / working in or near London (Please be aware that we are unable to store or ship artwork to or from the galleries at this time)
• Over 16 years old
• Practicing or studying art
• unique approach to their medium of choice
• Ready to hang artwork by the beginning of October, and available to deliver and pick up artwork in person or arrange it for the dates specified)

Exhibition Dates:

Genesis Cinema Gallery: Sept 28th – Nov 9th, 2022
1B Window Gallery: October 8 – Nov 11th, 2022

Previously selected artists have said:

 “I just wanted to say, thank you so much for selecting my work to be part of Bold exhibition. The event was fantastic and I really enjoyed the opening show. The entertainment and organisation were first class. The response as you mentioned was very positive. You and the team done brilliantly, (which I think you know already, however just felt it needed to be said). So congratulations on a pulling together top event. I will definitely submit work for future events for consideration.” — Francilla Zions I, Exhibited Artist, BOLD (Black History Month Group Exhibition)

“I’ve had some lovely feedback from the public who have seen my work up at Genesis so all very encouraging. This whole experience has given me a great boost to get my website up and push myself forward. It’s great I’ve sold a piece and with the exhibition being up longer there is more opportunity to sell still so that’s great. It’s lovely to hear people talking about my work with enthusiasm.” — Chloe Amy Avery, Solo Exhibited Artist, A Taste of Home

Please note that even though we want to, we can’t select everyone who applies.

£5 administration fee applies

Submission Deadline: 9th Sept 2022 at 11pm