Studio One Toi Tū Call for Exhibition Proposals 2027

Studio One Toi Tū is inviting artists, designers, writers, and collectives to submit exhibition proposals for their 2027 programme. Whether you're a student sharing your first body of work or an experienced practitioner, your ideas are welcome here.

You might work in painting, sculpture, jewellery, fashion, photography, writing, or across disciplines — and you can apply as an individual or as a group. Importantly, Studio One Toi Tū takes no commission on sales, so you keep everything you earn.

Key Dates

• Proposals due: midnight, Sunday 28 June 2026
• Applicants notified: Friday 31 July 2026
• Exhibitions scheduled: January – December 2027

Gallery Spaces

Four gallery spaces are available (individually or combined), plus a free Sidewalk Gallery window on Ponsonby Road:

• Gallery 1: Hallway with 3 sections — 6700mm × 1260mm
• Galleries 2, 3 & 4: Square spaces — approx. 4235mm × 4260mm each
• Sidewalk Gallery: Window gallery — 2310mm × 2140mm × 670mm (free to use)

Gallery hire runs on a 3–4 week rotation. Galleries 1–4 are charged at $330 per space (GST inclusive), covering installation, de-installation, and resetting the space.

Selection Priorities

Studio One Toi Tū is particularly interested in proposals that:

• Feature artists who haven't previously exhibited at Studio One Toi Tū
• Come from artists who whakapapa to any of the 19 iwi of Tāmaki Makaurau
• Reflect te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Explore people, places, and themes relevant to Auckland communities
• Connect with key cultural events such as Auckland Pride, Matariki, or the World of Cultures Festival

Artist Responsibilities

This is an artist-led exhibition model — you'll be responsible for installing and de-installing your own work, paying the hire fee at least two months in advance, and ensuring your work meets health and safety guidelines. Technical guidance is available for complex installations, and Studio One Toi Tū will promote your show through their programme, social media, and mailing list.

Visit the gallery in person to see the spaces, or get in touch to request a floor plan. The team is happy to meet and talk through your proposal.