open call: spira9 solo exhibition programme 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE
31 August 2026
HOW TO APPLY
Please fill in the application form here: https://forms.gle/gbNFMTkVqYptwTKHA
or send your application with your Artist biography, Portfolio (PDF or website link), Previous exhibition history (if available) to:info@spira9.art
Email subject: SPIRA9 ART Solo Exhibition Programme 2026 + Artist Name
Applications should demonstrate the artist’s current practice and their vision for presenting their work in London.
SPIRA9 ART is now accepting proposals for its 2026 Solo Exhibition Programme, inviting artists from around the world to present ambitious solo projects in London.
Selected artists will have the opportunity to present their work through a dedicated solo exhibition at a London gallery between September to December 2026, during one of the most active periods in the city’s cultural calendar.
The exhibition period coincides with major international events including London Design Festival and takes place around the period of Frieze London, bringing together artists, collectors, curators, cultural organisations and international visitors from across the world.
The programme is open to both established artists seeking to expand their presence within the UK and European art scene, as well as emerging artists looking to develop and realise their first major solo exhibition.
Selected artists will work closely with the SPIRA9 ART curatorial team to develop a tailored exhibition project that reflects their artistic practice, research and creative direction.
Each exhibition will be individually developed according to the artist’s body of work, exhibition requirements and spatial possibilities, creating a focused presentation dedicated to the artist’s practice.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
London remains one of the world’s leading centres for contemporary art, connecting artists, galleries, collectors, curators and cultural institutions from across the globe.
By positioning exhibitions within London’s autumn art season, SPIRA9 ART provides artists with an opportunity to engage with an international audience during a period of heightened cultural activity.
The Solo Exhibition Programme supports artists in presenting their work to new audiences, developing professional connections and increasing visibility within the international contemporary art landscape.
Through exhibition production, curatorial development, communication and audience engagement, SPIRA9 ART works with selected artists to create meaningful presentations of their practice in London.
WHAT SELECTED ARTISTS RECEIVE
SPIRA9 ART provides comprehensive support throughout the exhibition process, including:
• A dedicated solo exhibition opportunity in London
• Exhibition concept development and curatorial support
• Space planning and exhibition design
• Artwork selection and narrative development
• Exhibition production and installation coordination
• Visual identity and promotional materials
• Press communication and media promotion
• Opening event organisation and audience engagement
• Professional exhibition photography and documentation
• Opportunities for connection with collectors, curators, cultural organisations and creative networks
• Support in presenting and communicating artworks to new audiences
Each exhibition will be developed individually in response to the artist’s practice, available works and exhibition objectives.
WHO CAN APPLY
We welcome applications from:
Established Artists and Artists with an existing professional practice, exhibition history or collector base who are interested in:
• Expanding their visibility within London and European art contexts
• Presenting their work to new audiences
• Developing new institutional and professional connections
• Exploring opportunities within the international art market
Emerging Artists and Artists who are seeking:
• Their first significant solo exhibition opportunity
• Professional curatorial support in developing an exhibition project
• Guidance in presenting their practice within an international context
• Opportunities to build visibility and professional networks
**Applications are open to artists working across all disciplines, including: Painting, sculpture, installation, photography, video, sound, digital art, new media and interdisciplinary practices.
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EXHIBITION PERIOD
2026 Solo Exhibition Programme
September to December 2026
Exhibition dates and venue arrangements will be developed according to each selected artist’s project.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND OUR PREVIOUS PROGRAMMES
Website: www.spira9.art
Instagram: @spira9art
ABOUT SPIRA9 ART
SPIRA9 ART is an independent curatorial platform based in London, working across contemporary art, design and interdisciplinary practices.
Through exhibitions, publishing and international collaborations, SPIRA9 ART supports artists and cultural practitioners by creating platforms for artistic exchange, public engagement and cross-cultural dialogue.
For further inquiries or additional details, please contact us at: info@spira9.art