THE GAP WINDOW PROJECT IS TO RESUME IN SEPTEMBER!

The application period is between 12.8. – 28.8. 2024

GAP WINDOW is a window exhibition project initiated by Globe Art Point in 2021. The concept was created for the members of GAP Creatives Database with an aim to provide a unique opportunity to exhibit and/or experiment with their own artistic work and ideas. The project does not follow any specific theme and it can be done in various forms, from painting directly on the windows through displaying poetry, paintings, photographs, illustrations to streaming media and digital art.

The duration of each exhibition is one (1) month where artists will be given three (3) weeks to display and one (1) week to install/take down their work. Check the exhibitions’ timetables below.

The next phase of the project will last ten (10) months from September 2024 until June 2025 which means that, we will provide ten (10) artists/creatives from our database with an opportunity to showcase their work in the windows of our office in Kamppi. The exhibition window is 2x 230×133 cm.

There is no charge for exhibiting but there is also no financial aid for the selected artists. In collaboration with each exhibiting artist, Globe Art Point will co-curate the exhibitions and provide support during the installation and deinstallation of the displayed work. Furthermore, GAP will also promote the exhibition through its social media channels.

Your exhibition proposal must include

• The preferred period for the exhibition
• Title of the exhibition
• A short description of the project or a press release
• A minimum of 5 images of your work (it is not always possible to photograph the art hanging in the window due to the poor light or reflection)
• Description of the art: titles, medium, size, year of production, price if applicable
• A list of material needed for hanging

Selection process 

The proposals for the exhibitions will be selected based on the concept feasibility, artistic quality and its alignment with Globe Art Point’s mission. The selected artists are responsible for obtaining insurance for their work during the exhibition. Please send your proposals to info(at)globeartpoint.fi. Artists who have previously exhibited at GAP will not be selected again.

NB. Consider the use of color, scale, and composition to create an eye-catching display. The windows at the office are very reflective. Dark artworks might not be visible from the street. Artists sending the exhibition proposals are encouraged to visit Globe Art Point’s premises to test visibility of their work before submitting their proposals.

GAP Window Exhibition Guidelines

• The work proposed for the exhibition must fit into the frame of the window. Installations, multimedia work and other media that cannot fit in the window will not be accepted. Digital art is possible, we have a couple of spare tv screens in the office, however, the sound must be available online for people to listen on their own devices. The screens will only be active Mon-Fri 9-15:00.
• Artists are responsible for installation of their window exhibition (support is provided). Glass frames are not allowed. Please remember, window hanging is not the same as wall hanging. We are unable to drill in the wall to hang heavy work so please keep that in mind. When considering what pieces to select for the window display, we recommend people to select several medium sized works that are not too heavy or on contrary way too light.
• Exhibition openings are possible, but they are the sole responsibility of the artists. 

For more information, please contact alex.kollerova(at)globeartpoint.fi.

Exhibition timetable & availability

Viv Magia: Urban Feminine
12.9. – 7.10. 2024

Eduardo Tejedor: Mexican Skulls
10.10. – 4.11. 2024 

Cansu Pylkkänen: Ebb and Flow. An Exploration of Life Through Marbling Art 
7.11. – 2.12 2024 

Sahar Ajami: The Perfect Winter
5.12. – 1.1. 2025

Alysia Mentula: Creatures of Nordic Folklore and other Abominations
3.1. – 27.1. 2025

Tamara Mezina: Southern Souls Living North
30.1. – 24.2. 2025

Manu Harutyunyan: Impressions de Manu
27.2. – 24.3. 2025

Fran Trento: A Tiny, Huge Zine
27.3. – 21.4. 2025

Georgie Goater: A Day’s Work
24.4. – 19.5. 2025

Superflinda: (More) Love Letters
22.5.- 16.6. 2025  

Image by Daniel Malpica