Open Call: Artist Representation at A&A Contemporary Art Gallery
Become One of Our Founding Artists
A&A Contemporary Art Gallery, part of the Alpha & Alpha Contemporary Art Platform, is pleased to announce an international open call for artists seeking professional gallery representation within an emerging and ambitious contemporary art environment.
As we continue building our online gallery and curatorial programme, we are inviting a limited number of artists to become part of our inaugural cohort of represented artists.
This opportunity is offered free of charge to selected applicants and is designed to establish a strong international community of artists whose practices contribute to contemporary visual culture, artistic research, and interdisciplinary dialogue.
What Selected Artists Will Receive
Selected artists will benefit from:
A dedicated artist profile page within A&A Contemporary Art Gallery
Professional presentation of artworks within the gallery
Inclusion in future online group exhibitions
Opportunities for artwork promotion and sales through the gallery
Long-term visibility through the Alpha & Alpha platform
Opportunities for future curatorial collaborations and projects
Editorial Opportunities
Artists represented by the gallery will also benefit from editorial exposure through ArtUnivers Journal, our independent publication dedicated to contemporary art, visual culture, artistic research, and interdisciplinary discourse.
Benefits include:
Complimentary artist features and editorial publications
Opportunities to publish texts related to artistic research and creative practice
Interviews, exhibition coverage, and artist spotlights
International visibility through our editorial network
Exclusive Publishing Benefits
Artists represented by A&A Contemporary Art Gallery will receive exclusive promotional discounts for selected AlphaArt Review programmes.
Standard Fee: £180
Artist Representation Rate: £126 - 30% Discount
Standard Fee: £350
Artist Representation Rate: £175 - 50% Discount
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from:
Emerging Artists
Mid-Career Artists
Established Artists
Independent Researchers Working Through Artistic Practice
Interdisciplinary Practitioners
Eligible media include, but are not limited to:
Painting
Drawing
Sculpture
Photography
Digital Art
Mixed Media
Textile Art
Ceramics
Printmaking
Installation
Experimental Practices
Artists of all nationalities are encouraged to apply.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be assessed according to:
Artistic quality
Originality of practice
Conceptual and research value
Professional presentation
Compatibility with the curatorial vision of the gallery
Founding Artist Programme
This call represents a unique opportunity to become one of the first artists represented by A&A Contemporary Art Gallery and to contribute to the development of a new international platform dedicated to contemporary artistic practices.
Selected artists will form the gallery's initial group of represented practitioners and will actively participate in shaping its future exhibitions, publications, and curatorial direction.
How to Apply
Please submit the following materials in a single email:
Required Application Materials
Artist Name
Country of Residence
Artist Biography (up to 500 words)
Artist Statement (up to 500 words)
Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Professional Resume
Portfolio (PDF preferred)
5-15 Artwork Images
Artwork Details (Title, Year, Medium, Dimensions)
Website and Social Media Links (optional)
Founding Artist Programme Exception
The evaluation criteria for this open call follow the same professional and curatorial standards applied to all artist submissions received by A&A Contemporary Art Gallery.
As part of our inaugural Founding Artist Programme, a limited number of artists selected through this call will be offered gallery representation free of charge as a special launch initiative.
This exception has been created to establish the gallery's first cohort of represented artists and does not affect the professional review process or selection criteria.
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by the curatorial and editorial team of A&A Contemporary Art Gallery.
Due to the volume of submissions, only selected artists may be contacted for further discussion regarding representation opportunities.
Important Information
International applications are welcome.
There is no application fee.
Representation is offered free of charge to selected artists during this inaugural programme.
Artists retain copyright of their artworks.
Submission of an application does not guarantee representation.
Apply Now
Applications are currently open.
Location: International / Online
Representation Fee: Free for Selected Artists
Application Status: Open Until Positions Are Filled
Submit Your Application Today and Become Part of the Founding Artist Programme.
Submission Email
Please send your application to: gallery@alphaalpha-art.co.uk
Artist Representation Application – [Your Full Name]
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