OPEN CALL: CASTLEFIELD GALLERY X PIPELINE – SOLO EXHIBITION

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Castlefield Gallery is pleased to announce an open call collaboration with Pipeline, London. We are looking for one artist to develop a solo presentation of their work with us, for showcasing across two different contexts over the summer 2026: at Pipeline’s commercial gallery space in London and Castlefield Gallery’s public venue in Manchester. This collaboration provides an opportunity for an artist to work closely with both organisations to consider how to present their work in these two distinct venues. 

Pipeline exhibition dates: 4 June – 25 July 2026 (the opening of the exhibition at Pipeline will coincide with London Gallery Weekend from 5-7 June 2026).  

Castlefield Gallery exhibition dates:  30 July – 30 August 2026.

WHAT TO PROPOSE

We encourage applications from artists who will already have a body of work ready for solo exhibition in the two venues over the summer of 2026. 

We are interested in proposals that demonstrate a desire to gain experience of exhibiting and developing a profile in both a public and commercial gallery setting. Proposals should be made for presenting either a single body of work to be shown across both venues or two separate presentations, to be shaped in conversation with Castlefield Gallery and Pipeline.

Where possible artists should make clear any pre-existing commercial arrangements they may have with regard to their work and any relevant third party interest. 

Prize Summary: 
£2000 production fee
Prizes Details: 

Castlefield Gallery will provide:

  • The selected artist with a £2000 production budget, which can be used towards the realisation of their proposal. This budget should cover all project-related production costs, including transport of work to and from Castlefield Gallery, materials, artist fee and any specialist equipment required beyond that which the gallery can provide from its existing kit.
  • A dedicated gallery technician (approx. 9 days).
  • Curatorial and technical support throughout the development and installation of the exhibition.
  • Exhibition signage and interpretation.
  • Access to basic tools, equipment, and a selection of recyclable materials from previous exhibitions.
  • Access to available gallery AV and installation equipment, which can be found here
  • On-site workspace if needed.
  • Marketing and communications support, including audience development and preview event costs.
  • Gallery Plans here

Applicants should factor in costs for any specialist or unusual equipment not held by the gallery.

Castlefield Gallery’s venue has a lift and facilities to support access.

 

Pipeline will provide:

  • Transport of artworks to and from London, including nail-to-nail insurance.
  • Curatorial and technical support throughout the development and installation of the exhibition.
  • Exhibition signage and interpretation.
  • On-site workspace if needed.
  • Marketing and communications support, including audience development and preview event costs.
  • Professional exhibition photography.
  • Active artwork sales support. (In the event of a sale the artist will receive the standard commercial gallery artist share of 50% after VAT of the artworks sale price. (Pipeline will receive 40% and Castlefield Gallery 10%).

Note: Pipeline is located on the 2nd and 3rd floor. This exhibition will take place on the 2nd floor. The galleries are only accessible via stairs.

Event date: 
June 4, 2026 to July 30, 2026
Location: 
Castlefield Gallery, Manchester and Pipeline, London
Deadline: 
22/January/2026

Entry Fee:

Fee Detail: 
free application entry to Castlefield Gallery Associates members
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