Open Call for Emerging Artists

The Korean Cultural Centre UK (KCCUK) is pleased to announce an Open Call for emerging Korean or Korean-heritage artists. We invite applications from talented artists who are shaping the future of contemporary art.

This Open Call seeks to discover emerging talents for the 2027 KCCUK Open Call, particularly those who have graduated from UK art schools. The exhibition will highlight experimental and creative practices that embody the vision of emerging artists in the UK.

Application Deadline: Sunday 15 November 2026, Midnight (GMT)

Theme

• Open theme

Exhibition Format

• Group exhibition

Exhibition Dates

• February 2027 – April 2027 (exact dates to be confirmed)

Support Provided

• Exhibition space and invigilation

• Exhibition opening event

• Issuance of a certificate of participation

• Promotional support via KCCUK channels (press release in Korean and English, social media, etc.)

• Participant support fee of £250 each for selected artists

※ Support may be subject to change depending on KCCUK’s circumstances.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

• Be of Korean nationality or Korean heritage

• Have previously graduated from a UK-based art school (BA, MA, or PhD) or now work and reside in the UK

• Be aged 18 or over

• Have exhibited at least once (solo or group, in the UK or internationally)

• Submit works produced within the past 5 years (works previously shown at KCCUK are not eligible)

• All fine art genres are welcome; however, artists are responsible for all costs not covered by the KCCUK, including production, transportation, equipment, installation and deinstallation.

Application Deadline

• Sunday 15 November 2026, Midnight (GMT)

Required Documents

All documents must be submitted as a single PDF file (max. 7MB) including links for any videos. All documents must be written in English.

1. Artist Biography (max. 200 words)

2. Portfolio (up to 5 works, max. 3 images per work)

- Include: title, materials, dimensions, year, technical requirements

- For video, sound, or performance: a video link (max. 5 mins) and still images

3. Artwork Statement (150 words for each work, total max. 700 words)

Notes

• Do not submit original artworks.

• Individual feedback and returns of materials are not possible.

• Incomplete submissions may be excluded from consideration.

Selection and Results

• Selected by a panel of external curators and art professionals

• Results will be announced on the KCCUK website in early-December 2026

Submission & Enquiries

• Submit applications via email to: kccuk.opencall@gmail.com

• Enquiries: Jaemin Cha, Curator – jaemin.cha@kccuk.org.uk