London Art Biennale 2025: Pioneering Free Artwork Stretching to Empower Global Artists

6th of December 2024

The London Art Biennale is delighted to announce a groundbreaking initiative for its VII Edition, scheduled from July 16 to 20, 2025, at the historic Chelsea Old Town Hall. For the first time, the Biennale will offer free professional stretching for canvases up to 150×150 cm, utilising 38mm deep bars to ensure a gallery-quality presentation. This service aims to alleviate transportation costs and logistical challenges for participating artists worldwide.

This initiative is made possible through the collaboration between the London Art Biennale and its external partners, who have collectively absorbed the associated costs. By providing this service, the Biennale reaffirms its commitment to supporting the global artistic community and fostering cultural exchange.

For larger canvases, up to 250 cm, a nominal fee of £50 will apply. Artists also have the option to submit works that are already mounted or framed, according to their preference.

“We are thrilled to introduce this supportive measure for the upcoming edition,” said Roberto Gagliardi. “Our goal is to make the London Art Biennale as accessible as possible, enabling artists from all corners of the globe to participate without the burden of prohibitive transportation costs.”

The London Art Biennale is renowned for its diverse showcase of contemporary art, featuring over 300 artists from more than 60 nations. The event is free and open to the public from July 17 to 20, 2025, offering visitors an opportunity to engage with a rich array of artistic expressions.

For more information on the London Art Biennale, submission guidelines, and details about the new stretching service, please visit www.londonbiennale.co.uk.

About the London Art Biennale
The London Art Biennale is a prestigious international art exhibition held biennially at Chelsea Old Town Hall. It brings together artists from around the world, providing a platform for both emerging and established talents to present their work in a professionally curated setting. The Biennale is dedicated to promoting cultural diversity and artistic excellence.