Open Call for Artists and Makers
"Echoes of Presence"
We are excited to announce an open call for artists and makers to participate in our upcoming exhibition at London Craft Week (15-18 May 2024). Our exhibition, "Echoes of Presence," will explore the emotional and narrative power of materials, examining how craft preserves memories, expresses personal histories, and connects us across time and place.
About the Theme
Home is more than a physical space—it is a feeling, a memory, and a connection carried through generations. "Echoes of Presence" highlights how materials become vessels of our stories, embodying the traces of those who came before us and the emotions we leave behind. This exhibition will showcase the ways in which craft captures fleeting moments, preserves intangible emotions, and forges tangible connections between past and present.
What We Are Looking For
We invite artists and makers working across diverse craft disciplines to apply, including but not limited to:
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Jewellery & Metalwork
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Glass & Ceramics
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Textiles & Weaving
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Wood & Paper Arts
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Basketry & Leatherwork
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Stone & Mixed Media
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Experimental & Digital Craft
We welcome works that:
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Tell a deeply personal or collective story through material and craftsmanship.
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Explore themes of memory, home, and emotional connection.
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Use materials in unexpected and evocative ways.
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Highlight the power of craft in shaping identity, heritage, and belonging.
Open Call - Join the Creative Journey
Are you a creative soul eager to showcase your talent and ideas to a captivated audience? We welcome you to participate in our Open Call for the London Craft Week 2025. Our exhibition will run from 15-18 May 2025 (4 days). Submit your projects, installations, and concepts, and stand a chance to be featured in this internationally acclaimed event. Embrace the opportunity to connect with fellow designers, industry professionals, and design enthusiasts.
To ensure the highest level of curation and support for the selected projects, there is a participating fee for each artist.
Category:
1) Photographs & 2D Art £220
2a) Video Art (looped, a screen shared with all artists in this category) £80
2b) Video Art (individual screen) £280
3) Physical Work & Installation Art £380
Fee covers:
- Wall space, installation, and curation.
- Private viewing with bar included.
- Event documentation provided (photos, videos).
- Collective promotion and marketing.
- Labels and packaging for your works using your original.
We take 0% commission from every sale.
You will get:
1) Official London Craft Week Maker Feature
2) LCW Special Edition: Artist Interview (only for Physical Work & Installation Art category)
3) Networking Opportunities
4) Enhanced Visibility
5) Access to Art Market Insights
6) Professional Documentation
7) Customised Artist Support
8) Potential Sales and Commissions
9) Inclusion in London Craft Week Archives
10) International Exposure
How to apply?
To apply, please submit the following:
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A brief description of your project.
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Artist/Maker Statement (max 200 words) explaining your practice and how your work relates to the theme.
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Up to 5 high-quality images of your work with captions including title, materials, and dimensions.
Submission Deadline: Extended to 7th March 2025, 23:59GMT.
You will receive a response within five working days of submitting your application.
How to Participate
Submitting your work is easy!
Complete the Open Call registration form. Share your vision, passion, and portfolio, and let your creativity shine. We are on the lookout for groundbreaking concepts that challenge convention and inspire awe.
Application Fee: £5
Please note that the application fee is non-refundable.
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