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A note from the gallery

Albareh Art Space has, since its founding, supported artists whose practice is grounded in serious enquiry and a distinctive voice. We are not a strictly commercial gallery: our first commitment is to the quality and integrity of the work and to the long-term development of the artists we represent. We welcome submissions from artists working across all media and at any stage of their career.

What we look for

The selection committee considers each submission on its own terms, but the following tend to be common to the practices we take forward:

  • A distinctive artistic voice and a coherent body of work.
  • A practice that is research-led or anchored in a clear conceptual framework.
  • Technical command of the chosen medium, whatever the discipline.
  • An openness to critical dialogue and to the gallery's curatorial programme.
  • A sensibility that engages meaningfully with the cultural context of Bahrain, the Gulf and the wider Arab world, whether the artist is based in the region or beyond.

How to submit

To be considered for representation, exhibition or inclusion in a future programme, please send your submission by email to art@albareh.com with the subject line Submission - [Artist Name].

What to include

  • A concise artist statement (up to 500 words).
  • An up-to-date CV or biography.
  • A portfolio of 10 to 15 recent works, with title, year, medium, dimensions and a short caption for each image.
  • Links to your website and/or Instagram.
  • Selected press, publications or catalogue contributions, if available.

Please keep total attachments under 10 MB, or share larger files via a link (WeTransfer, Google Drive, Dropbox).

Review process

The selection committee meets on a regular basis to review new submissions. Given the volume of applications we receive, only artists taken forward for further discussion will be contacted, typically within six to eight weeks of submission. Albareh is committed to a broadminded approach to art, while cultural sensibility remains a factor in our selection.

Contact

For any questions about the submission process, please write to art@albareh.com.