Open to UK makers and artists working in 2D & 3D. Prizes include £500 and a solo show.
Closing date: 23 Sep 2025
Soho Housing Association, in partnership with Parker Harris, is delighted to announce the launch of The Soho Open, a new exhibition opportunity for artists, makers, designers, and creatives based in the UK.
This exciting open call invites submissions in any medium, providing a platform for diverse and innovative artistic expression. The inaugural Soho Open welcomes creatives at all stages of their careers, offering an inclusive and dynamic space for contemporary artists to showcase their work.
With no set theme, the selection panel:
- featuring Paul Carey-Kent, Frances Richardson, Mervyn Metcalf, Monika Bobinska, and Shanti Panchal
- will select up to 100 outstanding works for a dedicated exhibition at Great Pulteney Street Gallery from 5 November – 23 November 2025.
Shortlisted artists will be eligible for The Leslie Hardcastle Memorial Prize, £500 to one exceptional submission. Additionally, up to three artists will be awarded a solo exhibition at Great Pulteney Street Gallery in March 2026, further reinforcing The Soho Open’s commitment to supporting and celebrating artistic talent.
Key Dates:
- Submission Deadline: Tuesday 23 September 2025, 5pm BST Exhibition
- Dates: 5 November – 23 November 2025 Private
- View: Wednesday 5 November 2025, 6:30 – 8:30pm Eligibility & Entry:
The Soho Open welcomes entries from artists, designers, and makers aged 18 and over, working in any 2D or 3D medium. Online submissions will be reviewed by the selection panel, with shortlisted works forming part of this unique exhibition in the heart of Soho. AI-generated works will not be admissible.
Entry Fees:
- 1 artwork: £15 2 artworks: £25
- 3 artworks: £33
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