“AUTUMN edition 2026“ at The Stage Gallery
- Free topic -
Participation from € 109,-*
Audience Award
A vote will be held among visitors to the exhibition during the opening reception. The artist of the audience favourite will be entitled to participate free of charge in another group exhibition of their choice in the following 6 months with an artwork in format S!**
OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS
AUTUMN edition 2026
Contemporary Group Exhibition at The Stage Gallery, Cologne
The Stage Gallery invites artists from around the world to apply for AUTUMN edition 2026, a curated group exhibition presenting diverse contemporary artistic positions across disciplines.
With AUTUMN edition 2026, The Stage Gallery opens its exhibition space to a wide range of artistic perspectives. The exhibition is intentionally theme-free and celebrates the diversity of contemporary art — from powerful visual statements to subtle, personal narratives and experimental approaches.
We are looking for works that stand out through their artistic quality, originality, and individual expression. The open format allows artists to present their own unique perspectives and become part of a diverse exhibition that brings together different media, styles, and approaches.
We welcome submissions in:
- Painting
- Photography
- Sculpture
- Mixed Media
- Textile Art
- Collage
- Selected Installation Works
Both emerging and established artists from all countries are invited to apply.
Exhibition Contribution
An Exhibition Contribution starting at € 109 applies and is payable only upon acceptance.
The contribution includes:
- Exhibition of selected artwork(s) at The Stage Gallery
- Curatorial selection and exhibition concept
- Promotion through website, newsletter and social media channels
- Vernissage and public presentation
- Sales handling during the exhibition
Shipping costs to and from the gallery are the responsibility of the participating artists.
Apply Now
Become part of AUTUMN edition 2026 and present your work in a curated contemporary group exhibition at The Stage Gallery, Cologne.
We look forward to discovering new artistic voices and bringing together a diverse selection of contemporary art.
The Stage Gallery
Where creativity owns the stage.
Opening: Thursday, October 15th, 2026
Exhibition duration: until October 21st, 2026
Participation is on a first come, first served basis.
Registration deadline: as long as space is available!
- 7 days
- Open: Tue. – Fri. 3 – 7 p.m., Sat. 1 – 4 p.m.
- Formats: 1 artwork S (incl. framing the longest side max. 40cm) or 1 artwork M (incl. framing the longest side max. 70cm) or 1 artwork L (incl. framing the longest side max. 100cm) or 1 artwork L+ (incl. framing the longest side max. 120cm)
- Sold artworks can be replaced with new ones (same size or smaller) during the exhibition.
- Participation fee per artwork: 109 € (S), 149 € (M), 189 € (L) resp. 219 € (L+) (each incl. 19% VAT)
- Sculptures and objects on request
- The costs for flyers/posters and public relations are included in the participation fee.
- In case of sale we charge a commission of 25% of the sales price.
Exhibition & Audience Award – Here's how it works!
Participate in the exhibition
There is a fee to participate in our group exhibition.
The participation fee covers the space, organization, and advertising—and you’re officially part of it!
Audience Award – Your chance to participate again
During the opening reception, the audience can vote for the work or artist they like best.
Each person present has one vote—fair and transparent.
After the voting has ended, the votes will be counted by The Stage Gallery.
What can you win?
Most votes = another participation in a group exhibition within 6 months with an artwork in S format!
Fairness counts
The participation fee only secures your place in the group exhibition.
The audience award is a free extra – as a special token of appreciation from the audience.
Attempts at manipulation (e.g., multiple voting) will result in the votes being disqualified.
Voting is a voluntary action for artistic recognition – not a competition.
**This includes participation in another group exhibition of their choice in the following 6 months (except X-MAS exhibition) with one artwork in S format! If the artist wishes to participate with a larger format, only the difference in price will be charged.