How To Apply

All applicants are asked to apply online providing exhibitor information along with artist details, images, price range and the size of stand required.

Successful applicants will be contacted with a stand allocation within 4 weeks. Regretfully we cannot provide feedback on unsuccessful applications. 

TMC 2025

3m x 2m = £1020+vat
4m x 2m = £1360+vat
5m x 2m = £1700+vat
6m x 2m = £2040+vat
8m x 2m = £2720+vat
4m x 3m = £2040+vat
5m x 3m = £2550+vat
6m x 3m  = £3060+vat

* All prices include the discount supported through funding.

  • Traditional white wooden wall panels, approx. 1m wide x 3m high
  • Standard spotlight allocation and track and nameboard signage
  • 10 exhibitor passes.
  • Profile on The Manchester Contemporary website including art preview and news
  • Free art wrap service
  • Complimentary weekend and preview tickets
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Additional Porters and trolleys on-site during build-up and breakdown
  • 24hr secure artwork storage*
  • Stand furniture, additional panels, wall painting and extra lighting options available*
  • Technician hanging service provided by The British Shop*
  • International shipping support provided by The British Shop*
* Some options may incur additional charges

  • There are no geographical restrictions for exhibitors
  • All exhibitors must show original work and all work must be for sale
  • Original prints and prints made with the hand of the artist are acceptable with a maximum edition size of 100
  • Limited edition fine art photography is accepted when signed and numbered with a maximum edition size of 100
  • The decision of the organiser and curator is final and based upon the basic selection criteria and fair objectives.

Please complete the entire application form to apply to exhibit at The Manchester Contemporary. Before you get started, please have ready the following items:

  • Gallery background (no more than 100 words)
  • 5 digital images that represent made up of exhibition images and art works
  • Range of media you intend to show
  • List other art fairs attended since 2022
  • List of artists represented by your gallery 
  • Artists you intend to exhibit
  • Artworks with price range of pieces
  • Preferred booth size (eg 4x2m 8m²)
  • Name of artist you would like to be considered by the TMC Art Fund committee
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