Artist Opportunities

At Blackdot Gallery, we are committed to giving artists worldwide a platform to share their work, stories, and artistic vision with a diverse audience.

We offer two distinct Open Calls to suit different needs — whether you want a focused online feature or to be part of a curated yearly digital publication.

Explore the options below, compare the details, and submit your application to be considered for our next selection.

Temptastic - Posters
by Haotian Dong & Dexin (Leah) Chen

1) Monthly Artist Highlight

Where your work will be seen:

Featured on our official website: Artists Highlight Page
Shared on Instagram @____blackdot
Published on RED for Chinese-speaking art audiences

Who can apply:

Open to artists worldwide, in any medium and discipline.

Application fee: £12 (one-off; no further payment if selected)

Please note that paying the application fee does not guarantee selection. All submissions are reviewed by our curatorial team, and only selected artists will be featured based on artistic merit and curatorial relevance.

Deadline: Last day of every month, 23:59 GMT
Announcement: Selected artist revealed within 14 working days

What selected artists receive:

Full artist interview and critical review by Sara Chyan, based on your artist statement, work statement, and supplied images
Publication on all Blackdot Gallery online platforms
Permanent feature on our website

Submission requirements:

Artist bio and statement (max 200 words)
Work statement(s) for featured piece(s)
5–20 images (150 dpi, JPEG or PNG)
Website link
Instagram link
Portfolio for artist interview & review

2) Yearly Online Artist Interview & Review Book

Where your work will be seen:

Published in Blackdot Gallery’s Online Book (yearly edition)
Book will be viewable online + PDF sent to selected artists as reference
Shared on Instagram @____blackdot and RED

Who can apply:

Open to artists worldwide, in any medium and discipline.

Application fee: £20 (one-off; no further payment if selected)

Please note that paying the application fee does not guarantee selection. All submissions are reviewed by our curatorial team, and only selected artists will be featured based on artistic merit and curatorial relevance.

Deadline: 31st December, 23:59 GMT
Announcement: Selected artists revealed within 21 working days

What selected artists receive:

Full artist interview and critical review by Sara Chyan, based on your artist statement, work statement, and supplied images
Inclusion in the yearly digital review book (5 artists per edition)
Permanent online archive + PDF copy for your portfolio

Submission requirements:

Artist bio and statement (max 200 words)
Work statement(s) for featured piece(s)
5–20 images (150 dpi, JPEG or PNG)
Website link
Instagram link
Portfolio for artist interview & review

Selection Criteria

Conceptual Strength

Clarity and depth of ideas

Craftsmanship &
Technical Execution

Quality of making and presentation

Innovation

Originality in approach, materials, or form

Artistic voice

Distinctiveness and coherence of practice

How to Apply

Prepare your materials:
- Artist bio and statement (max 200 words)
- Work statement(s) for featured piece(s)
- 5–20 images (150 dpi, JPEG or PNG)
- Website link
- Instagram link
- Portfolio for artist interview & review
Choose your preferred open call:
- Monthly Artist Highlight (£12)
- Yearly Artist Interview & Review Book (£20)
Submit your application via our online submission form
Wait for the selection announcement after the deadline

Q: Can I apply for both open calls at the same time?

A: Yes, you are welcome to submit to both, but each requires a separate application and fee.

Terms & Conditions

These Terms & Conditions apply to both the Monthly Artist Highlight and the Yearly Artist Interview + Review Book open calls hosted by Blackdot Gallery. By submitting an application, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms.

1. Eligibility

Open to artists worldwide.
All mediums, disciplines, and formats are welcome.
No age restrictions.

2. Entry Fee

Monthly Artist Highlight: £12 per entry.
Yearly Artist Interview + Review Book: £20 per entry.
All fees are non-refundable unless the programme is cancelled by Blackdot Gallery.

3. Submission Requirements

Complete the online application form in full.
Submit an artist statement and/or artwork statement in English.
Upload images of your work (150dpi, JPEG or PNG).
All submitted works must be original and created by the applicant.

4. Selection Process

All submissions will be reviewed by the Blackdot Gallery curatorial team.
Selection will be based on artistic quality, conceptual depth, and coherence between statement and work.
For themed months or quarters (if applicable), relevance to the theme will be considered.
All decisions are final and not subject to appeal.

5. Timeline

Monthly Artist Highlight:
- Deadline: Last day of each month at 23:59 GMT.
- Results announced within 14 working days.
Yearly Artist Interview + Review Book:
- Deadline: Last day of December at 23:59 GMT.
- Results announced within 21 working days.

6. Copyright & Usage

All copyright remains with the artist.
By applying, you grant Blackdot Gallery the right to use submitted images, statements, and relevant materials for:
- Online and social media publication (including but not limited to the Blackdot Gallery website, Instagram, and RED).
- Inclusion in online publications such as the Yearly Review Book.
- Non-commercial promotional purposes related to the gallery’s activities.
Works will not be sold by Blackdot Gallery without a separate written agreement.

7. Deliverables for Selected Artists

Provide any additional images if requested (150dpi is sufficient for online use).
Participate in an interview process (for Yearly programme) and provide any additional information required for the review.
Cooperate in providing background details, work descriptions, and other relevant materials.

8. Publication

Monthly Artist Highlight: Featured on the Blackdot Gallery website, Instagram, and RED.
Yearly Artist Interview + Review Book: Published as an online PDF (non-downloadable) and emailed to the artist for reference only.

9. General

Blackdot Gallery reserves the right to amend or cancel the open calls at any time.
Submission of an application constitutes acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.