Opportunity details | Sculpture Lounge Summer Exhibition- collections, editions and affordable works.

Sculpture Lounge Summer Exhibition- collections, editions and affordable works.

Deadline: 21/03/2025

City: Holmfirth | Region: West Yorkshire | Country: United Kingdom | Jamie Frost

Affordable artworks, editions and handmade products sought for a pop-up shop during one of the biggest open exhibitions in the North.

Each summer, Sculpture Lounge holds a major exhibition at their studio building in the picturesque town of Holmfirth.

This year we plan to exhibit collections of affordable works from a selected number of artists. We are also looking for editions, multiples and products for our pop-up shop.

All types of work are eligible for this open call. We also have a separate call for our main exhibition, where we are looking for unique pieces of figurative work for a curated show. If this interests you, please look for it on CuratorSpace.

The exhibition opens each weekend from the 7th June to the 13th July.

Additionally we open all week from the 7th July. We keep our exhibition installed for a further weekend for late viewing requests.

Sales commission is 40% (no VAT) Stock will be supplied to Sculpture Lounge on a sale or return basis.

The following dates must be observed unless by prior arrangement:

Stock must be delivered between 20th and 23rd May

Collection of unsold stock: by Friday 1st August.

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How many works can I submit?

Please submit up to five examples of work in the first instance.

When is the delivery date?

All work must be delivered between 20th and 23rd May.

When do I need to collect my work?

Work must be collected by 5.00 pm on 1st August 2025.

How much does it cost?

This open call is free to enter.

Are there payments to artists?

Payments are made based upon sales. Sculpture Lounge Ltd take 40% commission and do not currently apply VAT to sales.

Does the location have disabled access?

Sculpture Lounge is not currently fully accessible. Our gallery is up one flight of stairs in a former textile mill.

Do I need to be present?

No, this is not an art fair or market, we stock your work in our shop and gallery.

How do you decide on proposals?

We choose products that we think will sell well to our audience and that complement the work in our main exhibition. We’re always eager to try something unexpected- if you know you have a good product please let us see it.

What happens if my proposal is chosen?

You will be contacted by Sculpture Lounge regarding plans to deliver your stock.

What kind of proposals are you looking for?

We wish to showcase the best affordable handmade work and products, from makers and businesses our visitors will appreciate.

Can I arrange for a courier to deliver/collect my work?

Yes. If you send the work in re-usable packaging we will happily pack unsold works back up and make them available for your courier. Please note this is at your risk.

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