OPEN CALL

Call for Art: Transitions

January 9-22, 2026 | KOOLA Art Space Gallery

(info in Finnish below)

Group exhibition at KOOLA art space gallery.

Life is a series of transitions – moments of change that shape who we are and where we're going. "Transitions" invites artists to explore the beauty and complexity of transformation in all its forms.

Whether capturing the subtle shift between seasons, the emotional journey of personal growth, the passage from one life stage to another, or the broader societal changes that define our times, this exhibition celebrates the power of change as both challenge and opportunity.

How do we navigate the space between what was and what will be? What do we discover in moments of uncertainty, growth, or renewal?

Artists are encouraged to interpret this theme freely. We accept both wall-mounted works and pieces designed for surface/pedestal display. This exhibition is open to artists of all backgrounds.

Exhibition Details

• Dates: January 9-22, 2026 (open 5 days a week)

• Location: KOOLA Art Space Gallery (Pengerkatu 9, Kallio, Helsinki)

• Opening Reception (Vernissage): January 9, 2026

Submission Period: August 15 - September 15, 2025, 3pm Please note that we may make decisions earlier, so we encourage you to submit your proposals promptly.

Submission & Exhibition Fees

You can submit 1-3 artworks for consideration. Submission is free.

If your work is selected for the exhibition, fees are based on artwork size:

• Small and medium works (up to 40cm x 40cm): €50 per work

• Large works (40cm x 40cm up to maximum 80cm x 80cm): €95 per work

Maximum artwork size accepted: 80cm x 80cm

The exhibition fee includes:

Gallery Exhibition: Your artwork will be displayed in our gallery space. Gallery curates the exhibition layout and handles hanging.

Opening Reception: January 9, 2026, providing networking opportunities with fellow artists and art enthusiasts.

Artist Introduction: Feature on our website and social media platforms, including details about your work and availability for purchase. KOOLA Art Space takes no commission on sales – artists manage their own transactions.

Professional Promotion: Exhibition marketing across social media and popular event platforms to maximize visibility and reach.

Extended Visibility: Possibility to showcase your work in the KOOLA catalogue after the exhibition.

SUBMISSIONS OPEN AUGUST 15, 2025!