Sarah Wiseman Gallery is pleased to share an open call for two 3D artists to exhibit in I DO & I UNDO, an exhibition exploring contemporary femininity in October 2026.

This opportunity is open to UK-based 3D artists working across sculpture and mixed media, offering an opportunity to exhibit in Oxford’s largest independent contemporary art gallery.

I DO & I UNDO is inspired by the work and philosophy of Louise Bourgeois, particularly her commitment to revisiting and reworking artworks over time. The exhibition explores the evolving nature of contemporary femininity and the female experience, approached with humour, honesty, sensitivity, and strength. Figurative work is central to the exhibition, serving as a vehicle for storytelling and personal expression. Exhibiting artists include painters Bliss Coulthard, Erin Rosalie Thomas, and Veronica Wells.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking two UK-based 3D artists whose work responds to the exhibition theme. Artists may apply with existing work or submit a proposal alongside their portfolio.

Accepted mediums include:

Ceramics
Glass
Textiles
Metal
Mixed media
Please note - installation-based work cannot be accommodated due to space limitations.

Entry is free.

Key Dates

Entries open: Monday 13 April, 8am
Entries close: Monday 18 May, 11:59pm
Results announced: Thursday 11 June via email
Work delivery: Tuesday 29 September – Friday 2 October
Exhibition opening: Thursday 9 October, 6–8pm
Exhibition dates: 9–31 October 2026
Location: Sarah Wiseman Gallery, Oxford
Artists to arrange collection of unsold works after the exhibition closes.

How to Apply

Please email erin@wisegal.com with the following:

A short introduction to your recent practice and how your work connects to the exhibition theme within the text body of email (max. 200 words)
Your CV and artist statement (PDF attachment)
5–10 images of your work (JPEG/PNG/PDF)
Applicants will receive an email acknowledging their entry within 3 days during the gallery opening hours (Tues-Sat, 10am – 5:30pm)
Image guidelines:

Maximum 1MB per image
Up to two images per artwork permitted
File names must include: your artist name, artwork title, medium, size, and price

Terms & Conditions

Applicants must be UK-based and aged 21 or over
All exhibited works must be for sale and clearly priced
Artists must be available for a meeting with the gallery (in person or via Zoom)
Artists are responsible for delivery and collection of their work. Gallery will only arrange shipping of sold works.
Installation-based work is not permitted
The gallery cannot provide feedback on applications and decisions are final - if sending a proposal, the gallery has final say on which works are to be exhibited
Sales commission will be discussed with selected artists
All applicants must adhere to the stated deadlines (late submissions will not be considered)

Please see PDF document below with Open Call details and T&C's. If you have any questions, please email Erin on erin@wisegal.com.