Imprint Art Fair 2026: International Artist Open Call
Imprint is the latest venture from the team behind the renowned Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair. This new contemporary art fair is dedicated to positioning print and editions as a vital gateway to collecting contemporary art. Hosted at the landmark Art Deco RHS Lawrence Hall in Westminster, London, Imprint integrates a curated artist presentation within a professional gallery structure, fostering an environment where independent talent stands alongside established institutions.
Title & Description
Imprint Art Fair 2026: International Artist Open Call.
This call offers artists a high-profile opportunity to exhibit within a curated framework at the heart of London. Imprint seeks to push the boundaries of the medium, inviting works that explore innovative techniques and multi-faceted processes. From traditional relief and intaglio to expanded approaches involving sculpture and installation, the fair celebrates printmaking as a primary contemporary practice. Selected artists will gain direct access to collectors, curators, and industry professionals, establishing their work within a commercial and curatorial landscape of exceptional strength.
Categories
Printmaking.
* Open to International and domestic artists at all career stages.
* Works must be original prints (conceived as a print from the outset, not a reproduction).
* Includes all traditional techniques (Etching, Lithography, Screenprint, etc.) and expanded formats.
* Digital and photographic prints are accepted if issued as limited editions (no open editions).
* No restrictions on scale, though work must be professionally presented.
Program Benefits and Awards
* Exhibition: Showcase work at RHS Lawrence Hall, Westminster, alongside specialist galleries and publishers.
* The Director’s Cut: A secondary selection by fair Directors for artists demonstrating exceptional distinction, offering additional visibility.
* Commercial Platform: Direct engagement with the contemporary art market and global collectors.
* Regional Support: Access to a free 'Regional Drop Off' network across the UK (Glasgow, Belfast, Bristol, etc.) for transport logistics.
* Framing Service: Access to a dedicated high-quality, low-cost framing service.
Fees
* Standard Application: £35.00 for the first work, £5.00 per subsequent work (up to 6 total).
* Artist Members: Free application for up to 6 works (Membership is £50/year).
* Hardship Help: Limited fee waivers available for those in need (contact info@woolwichprintfair.com).
* Commission: 40% + VAT on sales (excluding framing).
Application Requirements
* Digital Images: High-resolution files (max 5MB).
* Artist Statement: 200 words max, written in the third person.
* Tagline: A brief summary of your CV/Statement (under 175 characters).
* Metadata: Dimensions (cm), Price, and Edition Size.
* Profile: A portrait photograph (for marketing purposes only).
* Open Call Deadline: July 9, 2026 (5:00 PM GMT).
* Artist Notification: August 17, 2026.
* Regional Drop-offs: October 12 – 18, 2026.
* Private View: October 26, 2026.
* Collection of Unsold Work: November 3 – 8, 2026.
Location
United Kingdom, RHS Lawrence Hall, Westminster, London.
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