We invite artists from all disciplines to submit artworks for the Contemporary Reflection Exhibition, a curated showcase exploring the shifting relationships between proximity and distance, perception, and attention in contemporary life. Near to Far critically examines how technological mediation, social media, and constant connectivity reshape our experience of closeness and remoteness—personally, socially, and culturally.

 

Motivation Statement

This exhibition emerges from a reflection on technological distraction—phones, social media, and the constant circulation of images and information—and the effects of withdrawal, attention, and mediated presence. Drawing on contemporary theory (Debord, Virilio, Crary, Foucault, and post-digital discourse), Near to Far interrogates how proximity and distance are constructed, experienced, and disrupted.

We seek work that engages these dynamics, exploring presence and absence, intimacy and abstraction, immediacy and reflection. Whether through painting, digital media, installation, performance, or interdisciplinary practices, we welcome works that critically or poetically consider the negotiation of perception, attention, and relational experience in the post-digital era.

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Artist’s Role and Commitment
By submitting your application, the artists agree to comply with the values and integrity of the organising body. This includes:

• Presenting original work that does not infringe on the rights of others.

• Respecting the exhibition’s curatorial vision and themes.

• Engaging in constructive, respectful dialogue with organisers, fellow artists, and the public.

• Ensuring that all submitted content aligns with our ethical standards, avoiding work that promotes discrimination, hate speech, or harm.
  This mutual commitment ensures that both the artists and the organisation are protected, fostering a safe, professional, and respectful environment for all.

• The organisation does not take responsibility for damage, loss, or derangement of works during transit or display.

• In the event of a sale during the exhibition, the organisation will retain a 30% commission on the sale price and will handle the delivery of the sold work.

• ​By submitting their artwork and completing the payment, the artist agrees to accept all curatorial selections, decisions, rules, and conditions of the Contemporary Reflection Art Exhibition.​​

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Key Details​

 

Application Fee: £20 (to cover administrative expenses, non-refundable) 

 

Submission Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 images of your artwork (300 dpi), submitted via the application method.

• A clear technical description of the work or installation, including dimensions.

• A short artistic statement about the artwork.

• Price of the artwork (if for sale).

• A brief artist bio (maximum 150 words).

For any questions, email: exhibitions@antoniopilade.com

​​​Deadline for applications: 1st November

Selection announcement: by 10th November

Deadline for shipment of selected works: 1st December

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Delivery Address:
You must send or bring your work before 2nd December to:
Contemporary Reflection Art Exhibition
Cornerstone Studios
1 Addington Square
SE5 7JZ

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Exhibition Schedule

• Setup: Sunday, 3rd December at Cornerstone Studios, 1 Addington Square, SE5 7JZ

• Public Opening: Saturday, 5th December, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM (date may be subject to change)

• Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Closing Event: Sunday, 13th December

• Wrap-up / Collection of Works: Monday, 14th December

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Collection of Artwork:
All participating artists must collect their works from 14th to 18th December.

The organisation does not take responsibility for any artwork left in the gallery by participating artists after the exhibition period.

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