Mail-Art Exhibition Open Call: Fragments of What Makes Us Alive

About the Open Call

The 'Fragments of What Makes Us Alive' Mail-Art Exhibition by Atelier Ghostbirds focuses on the theme 'Art is life and life is art,' asking artists to share images, words, or objects that evoke feelings of aliveness. Submissions must be in postcard format or fit into an envelope (shorter side max 21 cm), with an emphasis on handmade, analog processes. The exhibition will be held salon-style at Atelier Ghostbirds from January to March 2026, and all works will be available for silent auction. Proceeds from the auction will be donated entirely to the Global Fund for Human Rights, supporting grassroots organizations in the Global South and conflict-affected areas.

What is Offered

Opportunity for exhibition and silent auction of submitted mail art pieces. All proceeds from the auction benefit the Global Fund for Human Rights.

Requirements

Any artist or maker of all ages, emerging or established, from anywhere in the world, can enter. Artists must submit up to three works in postcard or envelope format (shorter side max 21 cm), using handmade/analog processes. Each piece must include name, title (if any), medium, and location on the back. An online submission form must also be completed.

How to Apply

1. Mail up to three works (postcards or envelope submissions) to Atelier Ghostbirds, Rua da Paz 4, 6-A, 2500-165 Caldas da Rainha, PORTUGAL. 2. Include on the back of each piece: name, title (if any), medium, and location. 3. Complete the online submission form via the provided link.