NWU Gallery Seeks Exhibition Proposals for 2027–2030 Programme
The NWU Gallery invites exhibition proposals for its 2027–2030 program, with a submission deadline of 2 October 2026. Proposals may be presented at the NWU Gallery, the NWU Botanical Garden Gallery, or in outdoor areas on the Potchefstroom Campus of North-West University in South Africa. The gallery is interested in projects that address contemporary themes and encourage community involvement. Individual artists, collectives, and organizations are welcome to apply. Required documentation includes an NWU Gallery Exhibition Application Form, a CV, a three-page project proposal, and high-resolution images of the artwork. Applications should be sent via email to gallery@nwu.ac.za. Venue usage is complimentary, with the gallery providing support for security, marketing, and installation. Selected artists must engage the public in an activity related to their exhibition.
Key facts
- NWU Gallery's open call covers exhibition proposals for its 2027–2030 programme.
- The application deadline is 2 October 2026.
- Exhibitions can take place at NWU Gallery, NWU Botanical Garden Gallery or outdoor spaces on North-West University's Potchefstroom Campus, South Africa.
- Proposals for existing exhibitions and for new, not-yet-created work are both accepted; new work requires a description and development plan.
- Applicants must submit an application form, artist CV and profile, a proposal of no more than three pages, and high-quality artwork images with matching file names.
- Applications are emailed to gallery@nwu.ac.za with the subject line "NWU Gallery Exhibition Open Call Application" in Word, PDF, JPG or PowerPoint formats.
- The gallery provides free venue use, basic security and cleaning, joint marketing, invitation design, media release distribution, educational programme coordination, installation and opening costs subject to agreement, and on-display insurance.
- Exhibitors cover artwork transport, transit insurance, press release and high-resolution images at least four weeks before opening, and must present a free public walkabout, artist talk or workshop.
Entities
Institutions
- NWU Gallery
- North-West University
- NWU Botanical Garden Gallery
Locations
- Potchefstroom
- South Africa