Opportunity details | 2025 Redcar Summer Exhibition

2025 Redcar Summer Exhibition

Deadline: 03/05/2025

City: Redcar | Region: North Yorkshire | Country: United Kingdom | Redcar Contemporary Art Gallery

Expenses paid

OPEN CALL: ABOUT TIME - the theme of the third (2025) Redcar Summer Exhibition, aims to serve as a thought-provoking framework for Artists in all disciplines to respond in their own unique way, reflecting on the temporal connections in our world.

We invite artists to explore the multifaceted concept of time—its urgency, its persistence, and its profound influence on our lives and planet.

From the pressing need to address environmental crises to the broader rhythms of Deep Time, Tidal Time, and Timeliness, this exhibition encourages innovative interpretations across all mediums, including painting, video, and even live transmission from other time zones.

To support participants, we will host a pre-submission workshop on 15th March, providing both professional development and inspiration to help artists engage with this expansive theme

Exhibition Theme: About Time

Guest Curator (selection panel lead): Prof. Susan Collins, Artist and former Director of the Slade School of Fine Art, University College London

Exhibition Period: 11th July to 24th August

Pre-submission workshop by Guest Curator, Susan Collins: 15th March

Application Deadline: 3rd May (midnight)

Selection Announcement: 23rd  May

Artwork Delivery to the Gallery: 11th  - 15th  June

Preview: 11th July (Friday), 5 - 8 pm OR 4:30 – 7:30 pm

Guest Curator Talk: 12th July

Professional Development Event: 13th July

Closing Event (to be confirmed): 24th August

Exhibited Work Collection: 24th August (Saturday) after 4 pm – 27th August (Tuesday) between 10 am - 6 pm

While there is no application fee, a handling charge of £10 per accepted work applies. Gallery commission stands at 30%.

Artwork can be personally delivered or sent to the gallery (see FAQ for details).

Wherever possible, artists are encouraged to use sustainable and/or recycled materials.

Costs:

Application is free, but if your work is accepted, it will cost £10 per piece. You need to pay the fee by bank transfer.

Artists are responsible for shipping costs and customs/duty fees when shipping pieces.

Some financial assistance may be available for shipping in the case of: (i) large works, (ii) works shipping from distant locations or (iii) where an artist has special financial needs regarding affordability – in all cases please enquire if your artwork is accepted.

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Who is eligible for this opportunity?

Any contemporary artist.

When is the deadline?

3rd May 2025 (midnight).

How many works can I submit?

Up to three works.

When is the delivery date?

11th June (Wednesday) – 15th June (Sunday) between 10 am - 6 pm.
You can bring your work or send it to the gallery by post or courier.

When do I need to collect my work?

You can collect your work 24th August (Saturday) after 4 pm – 27th August (Tuesday) between 10 am - 6 pm.

How much does it cost?

No application fee is required but if your work is accepted, it will cost £10 per piece. You need to pay it by bank transfer.

Are there payments to artists?

We can offer some financial assistance for the shipping of large work, shipping from a distant location or, if for affordability reasons your financial situation prevents you from being able to send work. In all cases, please contact us if you require assistance.

Is there a private view / opening?

Private view is 11th July from 5 pm - 8 pm with drinks. Public opening and curator talk is 12th July. There will also be a Professional Development event on Sunday, 13th July and a Closing event (date to be confirmed) on the 24th August.

What are the exhibition opening hours?

The gallery opening hours are Wednesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm.

Does the location have disabled access?

No.

What publicity will be provided as part of the opportunity?

The exhibition will feature in regional magazines. The gallery will be producing a physical catalogue as well as an online catalogue. Agreed art works will also be included for sale online via the gallery's website.

Do I need to be present?

All the successful artists are invited for all the events (Preview, Curator's talk, Professional Development Event on the Opening weekend and Closing event) and we would love to see you there.

What are the selection criteria?

We have a selection panel led by Prof. Susan Collins. They are looking at the quality of artwork as well as it's concept in relation to the theme.

Is there a size limit?

For painting and print, it should be no larger than 100cm x 150cm. Installation and sculpture, we do not limit size however, the work must be able to be brought in through a standard-sized door.

Do you accept performing art?

We would like to encourage applications from performing artists.

Are there and recommendations for accommodation?

Redcar can be very busy during summer especially on the weekends. We recommend you book accommodation at the earliest possible time. If you cannot find one in Redcar, check nearby towns such as Saltburn by the Sea, Marske on the Sea and Middlesbrough. They are easy to access. Here are some popular accommodation places in Redcar near the gallery: Bowles Hotels, Amanda B&B, Abbey Guest House, Redcar Seaview Apartments, Claxton Hotel

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