Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI) Annual Exhibition 2026 Open Call

Location
Mall Galleries, London, United Kingdom

Open to
Artists aged 18 and over from anywhere in the world. Original oil paintings completed within the last three years are eligible. Works must not have been previously exhibited at Mall Galleries.

Application Fee
Yes. A submission fee applies (amount not specified on the main open call page).

What's Provided

• Exhibition at Mall Galleries alongside Royal Institute of Oil Painters members.

• Inclusion in the online exhibition.

• Eligibility for prizes and awards worth over £10,000.

• Opportunity to sell exhibited work.

• Invitation to the Private View if selected.

• Opportunity to be considered for election to ROI membership.

What the Artist Must Cover
Selected artists must deliver their work to Mall Galleries for the exhibition.

Duration
Exhibition: 26 November – 12 December 2026.

Deadline
9 October 2026, 12:00 noon (UK time).

Other Essential Notes

• Online submissions only.

• Artists may submit up to six works, with a maximum of three works selected per artist.

• Oil paint only (including water-mixable oils). Acrylic is not accepted.

• The optional 2026 theme is "Winter Rituals."