About the Open Call

Fringe Arts Bath (FaB) aims to raise the profile of contemporary visual arts by providing a platform for early-career and emerging Curators and Artists. The 2026 Festival includes a wide array of themed exhibitions such as 'The Stitch That Bit Back' (textiles), 'The Absurd' (mixed-media), 'Pride was a Riot!' (LGBTQ+ narrative), and 'Permission to Touch' (sensory engagement), as well as the 20th Photomarathon and a live events program for performance and time-based work.

What is Offered

A platform for development, exhibition opportunities in a contemporary arts festival, and a space to test new ideas outside of traditional gallery settings.

Requirements

Open to all artists from anywhere in the world, with any level of experience. Specific exhibitions have individual media requirements; generally, applications require a short project description and supporting visual or audio-visual materials.

How to Apply

Visit the specific project pages on the FaB website for detailed application instructions for each exhibition. For live events (workshops, dance, performance) and artist collectives, email a proposal of max 200 words plus supporting media to submissions@fringeartsbath.co.uk.