Illustration by Pietro Soldi for Fine Acts

CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN FOCUS

OPEN CALL
GROUP EXHIBITION

Join us to celebrate World Art Day on April 15 in Helsingborg. The day has been celebrated since 2019 at the initiative of UNESCO and focuses on cultural diversity through a small exhibition and several musical performances by New Swedish talents. World Art Day is a celebration of art and an opportunity to spread and develop different art forms globally. The goal is to support environments where artistic freedom is promoted and protected.

The event is organized by Studiefrämjandet.

Kulturrummet curates the exhibition.

When: April 15, 4:00 PM–8:00 PM

Who can apply?

  • Artists born outside Sweden.

  • Open to both established and new artists.

  • Artists without previous exhibition experience are encouraged to apply.

  • Artists with works connected to the exhibition theme.

  • Available to install and attend the entire exhibition on Tuesday, April 15.

  • Applications can include finished works and sketches (work in progress). If you submit a sketch, the final work must be submitted by March 10, 2025.

  • Each application can include one work, but multiple parts of a coherent work are accepted.


Accepted art forms:

  • Paintings & Illustrations

  • Photography

  • Sculptures

  • Design Products & Objects

  • Video & Sound Installations

Participation:

Participation is free, but no financial compensation is paid for the exhibition.

Why participate?

  • Gain visibility in a public exhibition environment

  • Become part of a network of artists who celebrate cultural diversity

  • Engage in the local community and share your artistic journey

Timetable:

  • Open Call: February 7, 2025

  • NEW DEADLINE! February 27, 2025

  • Selection confirmation: February 28, 2025

  • Final works submitted: March 10, 2025

  • Installation: April 15, 2025 (1:00 PM–3:30 PM)

  • Event: April 15, 2025 (4:00 PM–8:00 PM)

Application & Contact:

Apply by filling out the form.

For more information, contact us at kulturrummet@gmail.com.