HARLOW Art Trust are very excited to announce the launch of the Harlow Open 2023. Their first Open since 2020.

The Open Exhibition 2023 at the Gibberd Gallery can be entered by any artist who was born, studied, currently resides or is working in Harlow, Uttlesford, East Herts, Epping and Broxbourne districts.

Artists are encouraged to submit up to 3 works created in the last 3 years for selection by independent judges Kate Mason, Irena Posner and Damilola Lemomu. The judges will make the final decision and no personal feedback can be given. The aim is to include at least 1 work submitted by every artist.

In the spirit of an open exhibition entries  are  welcome from professional artists and people who create artworks for enjoyment. Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, digital art, craft and textiles will all be considered (space permitting and subject to health and safety requirements). All artworks selected will be for sale (including a commision at 30 %).  The entry fee is £5 per piece. The fee is non-refundable even if work is not selected.

Please submit your artworks to Gibberd Gallery Civic Centre, Harlow, Essex CM20 1WG on Friday 6 January – Saturday 7 January 11am-4pm  Mailed-in entries cannot be accepted

Exhibition opens on Thursday 19 January 2023.

Entry forms are now available in the Gibberd Gallery or can be found at  http://bit.ly/harlowopen23