summer solo exhibition open call

Underdonk is thrilled to announce our Summer Solo open call! The selected artist or collaboration will receive an NYC solo show in our Lower East Side gallery for two weeks. The run of the show will be July 10-August 2nd, 2026.

We are looking for artists who have an exhibition concept ready! This exhibition opportunity is perfect for experimental and interdisciplinary work that activates the space and fosters cultural dialogue. 

In addition to choosing one solo exhibition, Underdonk members will also promote our top ten picks from the application process and post them on our social media platforms.

Important Information

• Installation: July 6-9th

• Artist reception: Fri, July 10th with optional programming throughout the month

• Gallery Hours: Fri-Sun 1-6pm

• Deinstallation: Mon, August 3rd

Responsibilities of the Artist

• All work must be completed and ready to install at the time of the show 

• The solo show recipient will be responsible for transporting their work to and from the site

• Costs associated with the transportation to and from the site will be the responsibility of the artist

• The artist must come prepared with all materials to install and deinstall their artwork and return the gallery to its original condition

• Costs associated with installation and deinstallation of the artwork will be the responsibility of the artist

• The artist is responsible for tech that might be required for the exhibition

Responsibilities of Underdonk

• Underdonk will cover the cost of exhibition photos 

• Underdonk will promote the exhibition on all social media platforms, website and with our mailing list and press contacts

• Press materials will be developed in collaboration with the artist

• Underdonk’s volunteers will sit the gallery Friday-Sunday. The selected artist is welcome to sit the gallery or open the show by appointment on other days during the run of the show