aceartinc. currently has ONE active open call
aceartinc. Open Call for Emerging Artists: Exhibition Proposal intake.
Submission Deadline: 11:59 PM, January 17, 2026
aceartinc. is excited to invite emerging artists to submit proposals for exhibition in our gallery space. We’re here to support fresh ideas and diverse practices. Whether you’re just starting to share your work publicly or building momentum in your practice, this is your opportunity to connect with a wider audience.
Take a moment to explore our mission and past exhibitions at www.aceart.org, and feel free to reach out to admin@aceart.org with any questions.
PDF floor plan:
FloorPlan-2025
Submission Guidelines / Requirements
- Membership: We ask that artists applying hold a membership to the gallery.
- your membership status will NOT be cross-referenced with your submission.
- Regular Membership: $25 (available in person or online: aceart.org/membership)
- Student Membership: $15 (available in person with valid student ID)
- Selected artists will receive a free membership for their exhibiting year.
- Eligibility: Open to emerging artists across all media and disciplines.
- Proposal: One-page: description of your exhibition, including concept, themes, and goals.
- CV: Up to three pages outlining your artistic background.
- Bio & Statement: One-page: artist bio and statement introducing your practice.
- Image List: One-page: Include a list describing the works you plan to exhibit.
- Support Material: Up to 10 files for consideration (links for time-based work accepted).
- Workshops/Performances (optional): Include details if applicable.
Submission Process
Combine all materials into a single PDF and email to admin@aceart.org
Subject line: “OPEN CALL Submission”
You will receive a confirmation upon receipt.
Benefits for Selected Artists
- Exhibition in aceartinc.’s gallery. Programming will be presented January – December 2027
- Payment of Manitoba CARFAC fees
- Promotional and installation support
- Travel assistance for out-of-province artists (subject to funding availability)
- Assistance with shipping of artworks
About aceartinc.
aceartinc. is an artist-run centre dedicated to the support, exhibition, and dissemination of contemporary art. We present five major exhibitions annually by contemporary visual artists. www.aceart.org
We are located on Treaty 1 Territory, on the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene Peoples, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We offer our respect and gratitude to the caretakers of this land.
