Artist submissions open for Liverpool Art Fair

Liverpool Art Fair will be returning for its 12th edition this summer.

Liverpool Art Fair will open to the public on 12th June and run until 26th July 2026, operating 7 days a week from 12-5pm at the iconic Royal Liver Building. Now in its 12th year, the event continues its mission to make art accessible to everyone, with pieces starting at just £25 and a price cap of £2,500, including a substantial section dedicated to works under ?250.

Artist submissions open Monday 16th March and close on 26th April, with successful artists notified in early May.

Last year’s fair was the most successful to date, with 191 artists exhibiting, over 50% selling their work, and sales increasing 61% from the previous year. Almost 9,000 people visited the 2025 event, an 83% increase on 2024, bringing the total number of visitors since 2012 to nearly 70,000, with almost 2,700 artists showcased over the fair’s history.

The fair’s lineup will be selected by an expert panel combining fresh perspectives with returning expertise. Joe Brooks, Executive Director of Audiences and Media at National Museums Liverpool, brings over 25 years of museums and heritage experience. Joining him are returning panellists Sarah Lovell, Lead Officer for Culture at Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, and sculptor Faith Bebbington, who has worked from her Liverpool studio since 1993 creating dynamic public sculptures from recycled materials.

Liverpool Art Fair is open to all artists living within a 35-mile radius of Liverpool, providing a vital platform for both emerging and established creators to connect with art buyers. The event has consistently helped artists sell their first pieces, with the accessible price points and prominent waterfront location creating an ideal environment for discovering and purchasing original art.

Lucy Byrne, Managing Director of dot-art said:

“We’re delighted to open submissions for our 12th year. Last year’s success showed the incredible appetite for affordable, locally-sourced art, and we’re excited to showcase another exceptional selection of regional talent this summer.”

How to Submit

Artists can submit their work via the online form here from 16th March to 26th April. A submission fee of £6 per piece applies, and successful artists will be notified in early May.