Apply Now for Collect Open 2026

Collect Open is the fair's platform for pioneering craft installations. It is a truly exciting feature of Collect to which individual artists and collectives are encouraged to apply.

This is a unique opportunity to push your creative boundaries and take your practice in a new direction. We are looking for boundary pushing projects that tell stories challenging material, social, political or personal perceptions. Projects are selected by an independent advisory panel and are allocated space amongst the exhibiting galleries. For many artists, this opportunity will springboard their careers.

Applications for Collect Open 2026 are now open 

Before applying for Collect Open, please read the application guidance document below carefully, where you can find information on fees, eligibility criteria, and the new Collect Open bursaries.

Deadline to apply: Sunday 22 June, 23:59