Submissions to the 2023 Ferens Open Exhibition opening soon

A link to the 2023 Open submissions form will appear at 9am on Tuesday 7 March 2023 on the Ferens website https://www.hcandl.co.uk/museums-and-galleries/ferens/ferens-art-gallery-open-exhibition? when submissions go live.

The annual Open Exhibition at the Ferens Art Gallery has celebrated the creativity of local amateur and professional artists since 1967. Each year the Open Exhibition provides an exciting opportunity for artists to display and sell artwork. Visitors can expect to see a fascinating array of artwork including impressive paintings, photography and textiles, as well as a number of striking sculptures and ceramics, most of which will be for sale.

Please read the terms and conditions of the 2023 Open Exhibition in full before submitting your artwork (see link on the website).

Need help submitting an artwork?

Book your free place on one of their Open Exhibition workshops taking place at Ferens Art Gallery.

These simple 30-minute sessions are designed for artists not familiar with using a computer, the internet, email or photographing their artwork. Staff will guide artists through the process of submitting an artwork online.

Friday 10 March, 10.30am – 3.30pm

Saturday 11 March, 10.30am – 3.30pm

Saturday 18 March, 10.30am – 3.30pm

Friday 24 March, 10.30am – 3.30pm

Sunday 26 March, 11.30am – 3pm

To reserve a 30-minute slot on one of the above workshops please call 01482 614290 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday or email ferensopen@hcandl.co.uk. There are a limited number of spaces for these sessions.