OUTDOOR CONDITIONS
The work must remain stable, functional and safe throughout the exhibition. In the application, explain how the work will be protected from sun, wind and rain, if necessary.
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ØOMO / OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS 2026
SUBMIT YOUR WORK TO ØOMO 2026.
ØOMO invites visual artists and artist collectives from Serbia and the region to submit an artwork for the festival’s art programme at Kalemegdan.
OPEN CALL 2026 IS CLOSED
WHO CAN APPLY
OPEN TO ARTISTS + COLLECTIVES.
The call is open to adult visual artists and artist collectives from Serbia and the region, regardless of experience or career stage. Applications are welcome from students, independent artists, established practitioners and collectives. Previous festival experience and gallery representation are not required.
- 01Painting, drawing, printmaking, illustration and photography
- 02Sculpture, object, ceramics, textile and mixed-media work
- 03Spatial installations, light-based work and interdisciplinary projects
- 04Video, digital and technology-based work that can be presented safely and reliably outdoors
EXHIBITING AT KALEMEGDAN.
Selected works will be presented outdoors at the Pobednik Plateau — one of the most recognisable locations within Belgrade Fortress. We are looking for projects that respond thoughtfully to the site, its history and the contemporary festival context, creating a direct encounter between art and audience. Proposals should be suitable for outdoor display, safe visitor movement and the conservation requirements of the protected heritage site.
SITE CONSERVATION
The installation must not damage Kalemegdan. Drilling, excavation and other interventions in the site are permitted only with prior approval from the organisers and relevant authorities.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
State the work’s dimensions and weight, transport, installation and deinstallation method, and all requirements for power, sound, projection, internet access or additional equipment.
PUBLIC SAFETY
The work must be safe for the public, staff and site. Open flame, toxic materials, unstable elements and exposed sharp edges are not permitted.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED MATERIALS.
- 01Short professional biography of the artist or collective
- 02Portfolio (link or PDF)
- 03Visual documentation of the submitted work (photographs, sketches, renderings or video)
- 04Basic information about the work
- 05Description of the concept, context and artistic intent
- 06Technical specification and transport, installation and deinstallation plan
- 07Outdoor exhibition plan (stability, weather conditions and audience safety)
SELECTION PROCESS
SELECTION CRITERIA.
Each application is considered as a whole. The selection takes into account artistic quality and originality, conceptual clarity, the relationship to the site, audience and festival context, as well as technical feasibility, safety and responsible delivery. Shortlisted works undergo technical alignment before participation is confirmed.
SUPPORT FOR SELECTED ARTISTS
EXHIBITION SPACE, COORDINATION + VISIBILITY.
- Exhibition space within the ØOMO Festival art programme
- Technical coordination of installation and deinstallation with the ØOMO production team
- Presentation of the artist and work through official festival channels
- Photo and video documentation of the exhibition installation
- Two festival tickets for the artist or artist team
The open call does not include an artist fee or production budget. The artist or artist team is responsible for fabrication, transport, specialist equipment, insurance and all other costs associated with realising the work. The final installation and deinstallation plan will be coordinated with the ØOMO Festival production team before participation is confirmed.
TIMELINE
FROM APPLICATION TO EXHIBITION.
AFTER SELECTION · TECHNICAL ALIGNMENT + INSTALLATION PLAN
BEFORE YOU APPLY
FREQUENT QUESTIONS.
Application data is processed exclusively for administering the open call. Newsletter consent is separate, optional and may be withdrawn at any time. Read the Privacy Notice. Questions: opencall@fomo.rs
01Does the submitted work need to be complete?+
No. Priority will be given to completed works, but works in production will also be considered, provided the application includes a clear and feasible completion plan and the work can be fully ready for installation within the deadlines stated in the open call.
02Who may submit an application?+
The open call is intended for adult visual artists and artist collectives from Serbia and the region, regardless of experience or career stage. A collective should submit one joint application and appoint a contact person responsible for communication and delivery.
03Which video, digital and technology-based works may be submitted?+
Works that can be presented safely and reliably outdoors may be submitted. The application should specify all requirements for power, projection or playback, internet access, additional equipment, weather protection and installation. Final technical delivery will be coordinated with the ØOMO Festival production team.
04Who covers the costs of realising the work?+
The open call does not include an artist fee or production budget. The artist or artist team is responsible for fabrication, transport, specialist equipment, insurance and all other costs associated with realising the work. The final installation and deinstallation plan will be coordinated with the ØOMO Festival production team before participation is confirmed.
05Who retains copyright and how may ØOMO use the documentation?+
Artists retain all copyright in their work. By accepting participation, they grant the ØOMO Festival non-exclusive permission to use credited photographs and recordings of the work for communication, promotion, documentation and archiving of the open call and festival. Any other use, particularly commercial use, requires a separate written agreement.
ØOMO / OPEN CALL 2026
READY TO PUT YOUR WORK IN THE ØOMO SPACE?
WITH SUPPORT FROMUZ PODRŠKUPARTNERS / 2026PARTNERI / 2026
