GLADSTONE ROAD ART FAIR

A curated community art show celebrating original, small-scale art.

CALL FOR ARTISTS

Artists are invited to submit work for exhibition and sale, and responding to the theme.

We're seeking original works up to 50 × 50cm across painting, drawing, print, photography, mixed media, and small-format wall-based practices.

Selected artists will be invited to exhibit their works for two weeks at Gladstone Road Studios, in a group show of work that's made to be owned, displayed, and loved.

Entry is free. Please see terms and conditions below. 

Key Details

  • Art Fair Duration: 2 weeks

  • Maximum Work Size: 50 × 50cm

  • All works must be for sale

  • Open to emerging and established artists

  • EOI Submission Deadline: 1 June 2026

Ready to apply?

Complete the submission form below. You'll be asked to provide a short bio, images of proposed works, pricing, and availability. Selected artists will receive a confirmation and instructions for delivering their work to the Studio.

Questions? Get in touch at hello@goldi.com.au

2026 THEME

CONNECTION

Our 2026 theme is ‘Connection’
– celebrating humanity, nature and the intangible energy between us all.

Important Dates

Date Milestone
1 June 2026 EOI Submission Deadline
Mid June 2026 Artists Notified of Selection
19 June 2026 Artwork Delivery Deadline
26 June 2026 Art Fair Opening Event 5pm-8pm
27 June 2026 Community Market Day 8am-12pm
27 June - 10 July Art Fair open*
10 July 2026 Art Fair closes
13-16 July 2026 Artwork collection from GRS

*Opening Hours subject to change (27 June - 10 July):
Mon-Thurs 9am - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 9am-12pm
Sunday (by appointment)

Terms & Conditions

Please read the following carefully before submitting.

  • All work must be original and created by the submitting artist

  • Maximum size: 50 × 50cm (width × height), including any frame

  • Works must be ready to hang and professionally presented

  • All works must be for sale — no NFS works will be accepted

  • Selected artists may submit between 1 and 3 works

  • Artists are responsible for delivery and collection of works to the studio

  • A commission of 25% applies to all sales

  • Gladstone Road Studios reserves the right to curate and select works for the exhibition

Questions? Get in touch at hello@goldi.com.au

Selection Criteria

Submissions are assessed on the following:

  • Strong visual quality and originality

  • Contribution to a cohesive overall exhibition mix

  • Range of price points

  • Suitability for domestic display

  • Professional presentation and finish

We welcome artists working across all career stages and encourage submissions from a diverse range of practices and perspectives.