---
title: OpenSpaces 2026
description: Global artist-led exhibition initiative by VAA. Choose your own venue and exhibit 2-28 Nov 2026. Free, no commissions taken.
url: https://www.artsume.com/programs/bc183d2a-57d0-4c8c-9daf-60ac1109bde0
type: program
status: closed
createdAt: "2026-03-30"
updatedAt: "2026-10-21"
programType: Exhibition
organization: Hungarian Visual Artists of Canada - HuVAC
organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/hungarian-visual-artists-of-canada-huvac
deadline: "2026-06-01"
location: London, United Kingdom
isOnline: false
compensationRange: No commissions taken on sales. Participants receive global visibility, promotion to VAA's international network, PR and marketing tools, access to workshops and mentorship.
disciplines:
  - drawing
  - mixed media
  - painting
---

# OpenSpaces 2026

**Hosted by:** Hungarian Visual Artists of Canada - HuVAC

**Type:** Exhibition | **Location:** London, United Kingdom | **Deadline:** June 1, 2026

## About This Program

> "Transforming everyday spaces into vibrant art experiences — exhibiting in non-traditional venues such as cafés, homes, shop windows, studios, libraries, rooftops, and digital venues"

VAA OpenSpaces is a worldwide, artist-led exhibition initiative by the Visual Artists Association that transforms everyday spaces into vibrant art experiences. From cafés, homes and shop windows to studios, libraries, rooftops and digital venues, OpenSpaces invites artists to redefine where and how art is seen.

Running from 2–28 November 2026, this global art trail connects thousands of visitors through a shared digital map, showcasing exhibitions across cities, towns and communities worldwide. Open to artists of all disciplines and career stages, OpenSpaces empowers you to choose your own venue, engage directly with audiences, and exhibit on your own terms.

Participants benefit from global visibility, promotion to the VAA's international network, practical venue support, PR and marketing tools, and access to workshops and mentorship. With no commissions taken and strong community support, OpenSpaces offers a flexible, inclusive platform to bring your ideas to life and share your work with new audiences around the world.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** International
- **Disciplines:** drawing, mixed media, painting
- **Note:** Open to artists of all disciplines and career stages

### Additional Requirements

Upload up to 3 images of your work and one headshot. If you already have a venue, propose it in the application form. If not, the VAA can provide venue-finding resources.

## Compensation & Benefits

No commissions taken on sales. Participants receive global visibility, promotion to VAA's international network, PR and marketing tools, access to workshops and mentorship.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** March 30, 2026
- **Deadline:** June 1, 2026
- **Program Start:** November 2, 2026
- **Program End:** November 28, 2026

## Contact

**Email:** hello@visual-artists.org

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://visual-artists.org/vaa-openspaces-2026-application/