Upcoming Exhibitions


Open Call for Artists: Dimensions Exhibition

Kutubna Cultural Center invites artists of all ages and nationalities residing anywhere in the world to submit their artworks for an upcoming group exhibition titled Dimensions.

The exhibition will bring together artworks in a variety of themes, sizes, and styles. Artists are invited to submit works that match the specific dimensions provided below.

What You Need to Know:

Exhibition Theme: We accept works on all themes and topics 

  • We welcome submissions of artworks across a variety of mediums, including painting (in various mediums), collage, digital art, embroidery, textile art and fiber art.
  • All submitted artworks must match one of the specified dimensions listed below.
  • All measurements must include the final frame or stretched canvas, except for works submitted on fine art paper in the designated sizes, which will be framed by Kutubna Cultural Center.
  • Dimensions are listed in centimeters (width × height). The first measurement represents the width, and the second represents the height.
  • Artists of all ages and nationalities residing anywhere in the world are welcome to submit provided they can get their artworks to Kutubna Cultural Center if these works are accepted.
  • Multiple submissions, up to 5 artworks per artist, are encouraged.
  • All artworks must be original and created by the submitting artist.
  • All works must be ready for wall display (framed, stretched, or appropriately mounted), except for the designated fine art paper submissions.
  • Delivery and collection of artworks are the responsibility of the artist.
  • Submissions and participation are free.
  • Submission Deadline: November 16, 2026
  • Exhibition Opening Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026 
  • Submitting your work does not guarantee acceptance. All submissions will undergo a selection process by Kutubna Cultural Center’s curatorial team.

Artwork Dimensions

All dimensions are listed as width × height in centimeters.

Category 1: Framed or Stretched Artworks

Artworks submitted in the following dimensions must be ready for wall display. All measurements must include the final frame or stretched canvas. The complete artwork, including its frame where applicable, must match the specified dimensions below.

  • 30 × 40 cm
  • 40 × 40 cm
  • 40 × 50 cm
  • 50 × 40 cm
  • 60 × 40 cm
  • 60 × 80 cm
  • 60 × 90 cm
  • 70 × 50 cm
  • 70 × 100 cm
  • 80 × 60 cm
  • 80 × 100 cm
  • 80 × 120 cm
  • 90 × 60 cm
  • 90 × 120 cm
  • 100 × 80 cm
  • 100 × 90 cm
  • 100 × 100 cm
  • 120 × 80 cm
  • 150 × 100 cm 

Category 2: Works on A4 Fine Art Paper – Framing Provided by Kutubna

For the following two sizes, artists may submit their artworks on fine art paper without framing.

Kutubna Cultural Center will provide the frames for these artworks.

  • 21 × 30 cm (Portrait A4)
  • 30 × 21 cm (Landscape A4)

Important: For this category, the specified dimensions refer to the paper size, not the final framed dimensions. Artworks must be submitted on fine art paper in the exact sizes indicated.

Please note: Kutubna Cultural Center will only provide framing for the two fine art paper sizes listed above. All other artworks must arrive framed, stretched, or appropriately mounted and ready for display.

Submission Instructions

To apply:

1) Please fill the form HERE if you have a Gmail account.

Or

2) Send an email to info@kutubna.ae including the following information:

Personal Details:

  • Full Name (required)
  • Name in Arabic (optional)
  • Nationality (required)
  • Country of Residence (required)
  • Year of Birth
  • Email Address (required)
  • Phone Number (required)
  • WhatsApp Number (optional)
  • IG Handle (Optional)

Artwork Details:

(For each artwork – you may submit up to 5)

  • Title of Artwork (required)
  • Medium (painting, collage, digital art, embroidery, etc.) (required)
  • Dimensions in cm – width × height (required)
  • Submission Category – Framed/Stretched Artwork or Fine Art Paper (required)
  • Year of Creation (required)
  • Artist Statement (maximum 200 words)
  • Brief description of the artwork and creative process (maximum 200 words)
  • Artwork Image (required, JPEG or PNG format)
  • All artworks must be original and created by the artist.

Important Submission Notes:

  • Please ensure your artwork matches one of the specified dimensions before submitting.
  • For framed or stretched artworks, the dimensions must include the complete frame or stretched canvas.
  • For works on fine art paper, the paper must match the specified dimensions. Kutubna Cultural Center will provide the framing.
  • Selection will be based on the submitted artworks and the available exhibition spaces.

We look forward to receiving your submissions and bringing together a diverse collection of artworks that explore creativity through different mediums and dimensions.