Open Call for Artists – Exhibition in Sofia, Bulgaria

The Names Gallery (Sofia, Bulgaria) invites artists of all nationalities, styles, and mediums to submit their work for upcoming group exhibitions.

Painters, photographers, printmakers, illustrators, video artists, poets, and multidisciplinary creators — all are welcome.

Who can apply

Artists aged 18 and above working in any artistic medium are encouraged to apply.

Participation and selection

Submission is free of charge.
Only selected artists pay a participation fee, which helps cover exhibition and promotional costs.

Exhibition format

The exhibition will be held in a cozy gallery space in the center of Sofia, Bulgaria, and will last one weekend. It is planned for December 2025.

We offer two participation options:

  • Digital display — €60
    Your artwork will be shown on a large digital screen inside the gallery.
  • Physical exhibition — €90
    Your artwork will be printed and framed locally. Printing and framing are included in the fee.

We will organize professional photo and video coverage of the exhibition.

How to apply

Fill out the application form below. Please send 2–3 images of your artworks.

  • The image must be in .JPG or .PNG format.
  • In the title of the image, you must indicate: First-Name_Last-Name_Title_Year.
  • You can specify a link to a folder in Google Drive or Dropbox in the form on this page, or send images by email (send to: visualartjoin@gmail.com).

Wait for a confirmation — selected artists will receive full details and next steps.

Join us

Be part of an independent gallery that celebrates creativity, freedom, and experimentation at the heart of Sofia’s growing contemporary art scene.

We look forward to discovering your art!

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