About the Open Call

Between departure and arrival lies a geography of pauses. There are spaces where we stop to catch our breath, to reassemble who we are before moving on, where belonging feels briefly within reach. It’s been a long way, this is a good rock to sit on is a group exhibition of tile-sized artworks that is open to all creatives, artists and illustrators. We invite artists to participate by donating a tile-sized work (13x13cm) in any medium relating to the theme of displacement, identity and belonging. Artists from all countries are welcome to submit their works. Whether you’re an established artist or someone who simply loves to create, hARTslane welcomes you to be a part of our celebration of international art and creativity and call for peace. Share your work, connect with fellow artists, and contribute to a message of solidarity and unity through art. hARTslane is a non-profit arts organisation and exhibition space founded in London in 2012. The organisation is an alternative to mainstream institutions and empower both emerging talents and established artists, enabling them to curate, exhibit, and collaborate. The exhibition will be free to attend from 28-30 November 2025.

What is Offered

Each original work will be exhibited at hARTslane. All participating artists will be acknowledged on the website and promotional materials.

Requirements

Entry is free. Artists are invited to donate a tile-sized artwork (13x13cm) in any medium relating to the theme of displacement, identity and belonging. Up to 4 artworks per artist will be accepted. All artworks need to be signed and include the title at the back. Submitted artworks will not be returned.

How to Apply

To participate, artists have to fill in an online form and send their artwork via post to hARTslane, 17 Harts Lane, SE14 5UP London – United Kingdom. Up to 4 artworks per artist will be accepted. All artworks need to be signed and include the title at the back.