Beechers 2026 Open Exhibition - Autumn

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Beecher's 2026 Open Exhibition - Autumn

Beecher's Open Exhibition celebrates outstanding contemporary art from across the UK.
Beecher's is located in the beautiful market town of Ross-on-Wye, the gateway to Wales. The gallery presents a year-round programme of solo and group exhibitions, and we're excited to create an open exhibition that celebrates outstanding contemporary art while introducing new artists to our audience.
There is no specific theme for the Autumn Exhibition. Entries are open to any artist living in the UK. Both emerging and established artists working in painting, drawing, illustration, printmaking, sculpture, mixed media, photography, and digital art are invited to enter.
Your investment is £20 for the first submission, £10 for each additional entry. There is a reduced submission fee of £12 and £6 for artists under 22.
First Prize includes:
£250 CashOne year's representation by Beecher's GalleryInclusion in group exhibitions throughout 2027Professional portfolio review and career planning sessionPromotion across Beecher's website, newsletter and social media
Additional prizes awarded in each category will include participation in group exhibitions, business mentoring, marketing.
For the full details including key date, please visit the Terms & Conditions page.

Key Dates
31 August Midnight Deadline for entry
6 September Selected Artist Announced
7-12 September Delivery of Artwork to Gallery in person or by courier  
17 September Private View
18 September - 17 October Exhibition
18-19 October - Collection of unsold artwork from gallery

A charity sponsor will be announced soon.