Spring Tide 2026 – a new wave of art in Tooting
We are delighted to invite artists to submit their work for “Spring Tide 2026 – a new wave of art in Tooting”, a group exhibition at MAGAN Gallery hosted by Gosia Oldakowski-Pacak
This exhibition celebrates the spirit of spring – renewal, connection, and joy – exploring how art can uplift, inspire, and bring people together.
Exhibition: 29 May to 25 June 2026
Terms and conditions
Theme
Spring signifies transformation, growth, and new beginnings. We welcome artworks that interpret the essence of this season in personal, symbolic, or abstract ways.
Exhibition Detail
Private View: 28 May 2026
How to Submit
Step 1: Application Submission
Submit your application via the online form by uploading images of your artwork.
A non-refundable application processing fee of £10 applies.
If selected, this fee will be deducted from the submission fee for the artist’s first accepted artwork.
The remaining submission fee must be paid within 2 days of notification to confirm participation in the exhibition.
Applications must be submitted by midnight on 11 May 2026 (UK time).
CLICK HERE TO PROCEED TO THE SUBMISSION FEE PAYMENT
Step 2: Selection Process
All submissions will be reviewed by the curatorial team.
Selected artists will be notified on 14 May 2026 (by the end of the day, UK time).
In case of a high volume of submissions, notifications may be issued the following day
Only selected artists will be required to pay the applicable submission fee via the MAGAN Gallery website.
Payment must be completed within 2 days of notification to confirm participation in the exhibition.
Failure to complete payment within this timeframe may result in withdrawal from the exhibition.
Key Dates
Notification of selected artists: 14 May 2026 (by end of day, UK time)
Payment deadline: 16 May 2026
Delivery of selected works: 18–19 May 2026
Private View: 28 May 2026
Exhibition open to the public: 29 May – 25 June 2026
Finissage: 25 June 2026
Collection of unsold works: 29–30 June 2026
What to Submit
This open call is available to artists at all stages of their careers.
Wall-Based Works
1. Painting
2. Photography
3. Print
Maximum size: 1m × 1m
All works must be framed and professionally prepared for hanging.
Each artwork must have appropriate D-rings or mirror plates installed on the back (no sawtooth hangers).
Hanging fixtures must be securely installed and suitable for a cord-based gallery hanging system (STAS).
Guidance on how to install hanging fixtures can be found here:
[STAS hanging system guide – YouTube]
The gallery will not modify or install hanging hardware.
Artworks that do not meet these requirements may be refused.
Display-Based Works
1. Sculpture
2. Ceramics
3. Jewellery
Maximum size:
25 cm (height/depth), 40 cm (width)
How to Label Artworks
All artworks must be clearly labelled on the back with the following information:
- artist name
- artwork title
- medium
- dimensions (cm)
- price (£)
Labels must be securely attached and easy to read.
Please ensure that the information provided matches the details submitted in your application form.
Unlabelled or incorrectly labelled artworks may not be accepted.
Submission Fees (Selected Artists Only)
Each artist may submit up to three artworks.
The prices below already include a £10 deduction from the first accepted artwork, reflecting the non-refundable application fee paid upon submission.
£10 (1st work),
£10 (1st work), £15 (2nd & 3rd)
£10 per set (up to 3 pieces)
£15 per additional set (max. 9 pieces total)
Requirements
* All works must be original and created within the last two years
* Works must be available for the full exhibition period
* All artworks must be located in the UK at the time of submission
Submissions requiring international shipping will not be accepted.
Delivery & Collection
All artworks must be delivered to and collected from:
MAGAN Gallery, 16 Trinity Road, London SW17 7RE
Please note that MAGAN Gallery operates on limited opening days and hours. Full opening times are available on our website or will be provided upon selection.
Presentation & Selection
All works must be professionally presented and ready for display.
MAGAN Gallery reserves the right to refuse artworks that:
- differ significantly from the submitted images
- do not meet presentation standards
The final selection and the number of exhibited works per artist are at the curator’s discretion.
In the event that an artwork is not exhibited following acceptance and payment, the following conditions apply:
- Where an artwork is withdrawn due to curatorial reasons, any applicable submission fees will be refunded.
- If an artwork is refused due to not meeting the stated requirements or differing significantly from the submitted images, the submission fee is non-refundable.
Sales & Commission
A commission of 35% will be applied to all sales.
Please factor this into your pricing.
Selected artworks may be exhibited and offered for sale both in the gallery and online via
www.magangallery.com
Payments to artists will be made within 14 days of the sale, upon receipt of a valid invoice.
MAGAN Gallery is not responsible for the level of exposure or promotion of individual artworks.
Online Presentation
- artwork images
- artist name
- artwork details
- a short description of the work and its creative direction
Please ensure that all submitted information is accurate and corresponds to the artwork labelling provided upon delivery.
MAGAN Gallery reserves the right to edit submitted text for clarity and consistency.
Insurance & Liability
While every care will be taken, MAGAN Gallery cannot accept liability for loss or damage.
Artists are advised to arrange their own insurance.
Eligibility
Submissions are open to all artists.
All artworks must be physically located in the UK at the time of submission.
Submissions requiring international shipping will not be accepted.
Publicity
By submitting your work, you grant permission to MAGAN Gallery and its representatives to use images of your artwork for promotional purposes related to this exhibition and its future editions.
Copyright
By submitting to the open call, artists grant MAGAN Gallery a non-exclusive right to use images of the artworks for promotional, marketing, and archival purposes related to the exhibition and its future editions.
Additional Information
Participation in the exhibition does not constitute formal accreditation or guarantee of references or recommendations.
Contact
For all enquiries:
open.call@magangallery.com