BPW Gallery

About BPW Gallery

Located in Belfast, our gallery boasts over 50 square metres of prime exhibition space. We welcome emerging and mid-career artists to join us, offering a supportive platform beyond the ordinary. With a dedicated team and comprehensive services, BPW Gallery is your canvas to showcase your printmaking expertise.

Exhibit with Us

Explore our vibrant exhibition space in the heart of Belfast. We invite external artists to showcase their print artworks in our dynamic gallery. Below, you'll find all the details you need to apply and exhibit with us.

Exhibition Services

Discover the range of services we provide to make your exhibition memorable:

  • Professionally designed flyers by our in-house creative team

  • Compelling press releases crafted by our dedicated marketing team

  • Extensive promotion across our social media channels and newsletter, reaching an audience of approximately 10,000 followers

  • Full invigilation coverage throughout the exhibition's duration (5 days per week)

  • Enjoy the added touch of a donations bar during openings

  • Technical assistance available for setups, tailored to your specific requirements

Prices

Choose the duration that suits your needs:

  • £400 pcm

Gallery Information

  • BPW is open to the public from 9 am to 5 pm.

  • Late-night art openings from 6 pm to 9 pm with hospitality.

  • Hire rate includes design consultation for an A1 poster.

  • Exhibitions promoted on BPW's website, social media, and Visit Belfast.

  • Postage and packaging of sold works handled by BPW.

Application Process

Prospective exhibitors should follow these steps:

  1. Submit an exhibition proposal.

  2. Ensure your proposal meets the required criteria.

  3. Visit the gallery space before submitting to understand the available size.

How to Apply

Fill out the Application Form or email us at office@bpw.org.uk

Application Requirements

When applying, include:

  • Artist's statement

  • Current artist CV in chronological order

  • 6-10 digital images of your best original print artworks

  • Clearly label with artist's name, medium, title, edition number, date, and value

  • Additional information may include the workshop/studio, paper type, etc.

Terms and Conditions

Before applying, please note the following:

  • BPW takes a 30% commission from any sales

  • All submissions must be predominantly printmaking on paper.

  • Installations, 3D, audio/visual, digital, and performance-based exhibits may be considered if predominantly printmaking.

  • Preference given to original handmade print artworks on paper.

  • Framed and unframed works are accepted.

  • Specific hanging/install requirements are the responsibility of the applicant.

  • Successful applicants may include unframed work for sale in browsers during the exhibition.

Archive Donation Option

Successful applicants can choose to donate at least one (preferably two to three) print artworks to BPW's archive. This includes administration, meta-tagging, photographing, and storing the work.

Please note:

  • Terms and conditions apply; exhibitors must have their own insurance.

  • BPW has the right to refuse applications, and no feedback will be given.