Call for Spring 2027 Exhibition Slots
KOOLA offers artists 2–3 week exhibition periods in spring 2027. Exhibitions take place in our gallery in Kallio, Helsinki (Pengerkatu 9). You can apply solo, as a duo, or as a group.
We take care of gallery supervision, cleaning, and promotion, so you can focus on your own work.
The application period is 1.–30.9.2026, and decisions will be announced no later than 20.10.2026. The application form can be found below.
Note! For spring 2027 we also offer weekend pop-up slots. Read more here.
About KOOLA
KOOLA is a non-profit, artist-run gallery, operated entirely by volunteers. Our goal is to offer artists an affordable, well-managed space to present their work.
What we offer
A non-profit exhibition space in Kallio, Helsinki
Gallery supervision, cleaning, and promotion included in the exhibition period – you don't need to staff the gallery yourself
A clear schedule and communication throughout the exhibition process
No commission on sales – all proceeds go to the artist
Practical notes
An exhibition period at KOOLA covers the time your exhibition is prepared and on display within the gallery's opening hours. Depending on scheduling, the gallery is open 4–5 days a week. KOOLA is not a private, turnkey rental space, so the space cannot be used for other personal purposes during your exhibition period.
KOOLA does not have a separate storage room or kitchen.
You cannot fully supervise your exhibition yourself, but you are of course warmly welcome to be present during your exhibition's opening hours.
If you're looking for a space to host a late-running opening event, KOOLA may not be the right fit: due to housing association rules, all events must end by 7:00 PM.
Solo exhibition prices and space details
2 weeks: €560 (payable in 1–3 installments)
3 weeks: €820 (payable in 1–4 installments)
The exhibition space is located in Kallio, Helsinki, and is approximately 25 m². Total hanging space is approximately 30 m²: two walls (4.6 m x 3 m) as well as a 1.5 m x 2.5 m hanging panel for lighter works, which can be attached with tape. You can find the floor plan here. The exhibition period includes hanging, take-down, and the opening reception.
The exhibition fee covers the space's basic maintenance costs. KOOLA's volunteer team, who work unpaid, take care of supervision, promotion, and cleaning. Artists are responsible for their own sales, insurance for their works, opening reception refreshments, and any printing costs (e.g. exhibition publications). KOOLA takes no commission on sales.
Application Form
You can apply for an exhibition slot by filling out the application form. The application period is September 1–30, 2026, and applications will be reviewed continuously during this time.