The Belgrade Cultural Association (BCA) welcomes international artists to participate in the Belgrade Biennale 2027 & Grand Art Auction in Bologna, Italy.
The event combines international exhibitions in Belgrade with the Grand Art Auction at the historic Palazzo de' Rossi, offering selected artists opportunities for international visibility, professional connections, and access to the art market.
Applications are free of charge. All submissions are reviewed by the International Selection Commission.
Selected artists may participate with a minimum of 7 and a maximum of 10 artworks, subject to the participation conditions outlined below.
Application Deadline:
February 28, 2027 – 23:59 CET
BCA INTERNATIONAL ART COMMISSION
The international selection of artists and artworks for the Belgrade Biennale 2027 & Grand Art Auction is conducted by the BCA International Art Commission.
Members of the Commission:
Jakka Jang — South Korea
Fabio Bocchi — Brazil
Luis Felipe de la Torre — Mexico
Vincent Messelier — Belgium
Dobrivoje Lazarević — Serbia
The Commission evaluates the artistic quality, originality, and suitability of submitted artworks for the international exhibition and auction.
PARTICIPATION CONDITIONS
BELGRADE BIENNALE 2027 & GRAND ART AUCTION – BOLOGNA, ITALY
May 23–30, 2027
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PARTICIPATION CONDITIONS
BELGRADE BIENNALE 2027 & GRAND ART AUCTION – BOLOGNA, ITALY
May 23–30, 2027
PARTICIPATION FEES & INCLUDED SERVICES
Participation fee: €50 per artwork
Artists may participate with 7–10 selected artworks.
STANDARD ARTWORK DIMENSIONS
Paintings and photography: up to 100 × 140 cm (39.4 × 55.1 inches).
OVERSIZED ARTWORKS – DIRECT DELIVERY TO BOLOGNA
Artworks delivered directly to Bologna, Italy, have no fixed size limitations.
Oversized paintings, sculptures, and installations may be considered regardless of their dimensions, subject to prior approval by the International Art Commission and the technical requirements of the exhibition and auction venue. Artists are responsible for arranging and covering the cost of direct transportation to Bologna.
ALLOCATION OF PARTICIPATION FEES
The participation fee covers four principal areas of organizational services.
1. ARTWORK TRANSPORTATION – 45%
Organized transportation of artworks within the exhibition program in Belgrade and from Belgrade to Bologna, including logistical coordination, loading, unloading, and handling arrangements.
International transportation from the artist's country to Belgrade is not included.
2. ARTWORK INSURANCE – 20%
Insurance arrangements during the official exhibition and auction program, including organized transportation between exhibition locations, preparation of insurance documentation, and assistance with insurance-related procedures.
Coverage is subject to the terms, limits, and exclusions of the applicable insurance policy.
3. OFFICIAL EXHIBITION AND AUCTION CATALOG – 20%
Preparation of artwork photographs and descriptions, documentation of participating artists, publication of approved starting auction prices, graphic design, editorial preparation, and printing of the official catalog.
All artworks selected for the Grand Art Auction will be included in the official catalog.
4. ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANIZATIONAL COORDINATION – 15%
Processing of artists' documentation, communication with participants, preparation of official confirmations, coordination with international representatives, professional partners, transportation providers, insurers, and catalog production services.
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
Personal travel, accommodation, international transportation to Belgrade, and optional framing services are not included in the participation fee.
Special handling requirements for oversized artworks must be agreed upon in advance.
The participation fee is separate from the auction sales commission.
AUCTION SALES CONDITIONS
Starting auction prices are proposed by the artists and reviewed and approved by the BCA International Art Commission.
The auction includes two principal categories:
€900 and above — Main Auction.
€2,500 and above — Selected artworks for the VIP Auction.
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY ARTWORK IS SOLD?
Following receipt of payment from the buyer, the organizer will arrange shipment of the sold artwork to the buyer.
The auction sale price is distributed as follows:
70% – Artist
20% – Organizer
10% – Donation to the House of Marco Polo cultural project
Detailed conditions will be defined in the Auction Sales Agreement.
WHAT HAPPENS TO UNSOLD ARTWORKS?
Unsold artworks remain the property of the artist.
Artists may either collect their unsold artworks or arrange their return after the event.
Alternatively, artists may leave their unsold artworks with the organizer for future consignment sales, subject to a separate Consignment Agreement.
ARTIST VIDEO PRESENTATION
Selected artists are invited to submit a video presentation of up to 10 minutes, introducing themselves, their artistic practice, and the artworks they intend to present at the Belgrade Biennale 2027 & Grand Art Auction.
The video may include the artist speaking directly to the camera, images of artworks, and footage of the creative process.
TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION
Organized Bus Transportation
Belgrade – Bologna: €120 per person.
Accommodation is paid separately and is not included in the participation fee.
BCA can assist artists in finding accommodation in Belgrade and/or Bologna.
Accommodation in Belgrade is generally available from approximately €40 per night, subject to availability.
HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATIONS ARE FREE OF CHARGE
Artists wishing to participate should complete the official online application form by clicking the red APPLY HERE button.
The application requires:
Personal Information: First name, last name, email address, telephone number, country, and city.
Artist Biography: A brief presentation of artistic experience and professional achievements.
Website / Social Media: A link to the artist's website, portfolio, or professional profile.
Artistic Discipline: Selection of the appropriate artistic category.
Artist Photograph: A photograph for identification and potential promotional use.
Artwork Submission: Images of up to 10 artworks, including titles, techniques, dimensions in cm, year of creation, and proposed starting auction prices in euros.
Attendance: Participation in Belgrade, Bologna, both locations, or remotely by sending artworks.
Accommodation: Indication of whether assistance is required.
Framing Assistance: Indication of whether artwork framing assistance is required.
Confirmation: Acceptance of the official participation conditions.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Telephone numbers must include the international country calling code, such as +33 for France, +39 for Italy, or +1 for the United States.
Telephone numbers are requested for organizational communication only. BCA will not make unsolicited telephone calls to applicants.
Artists should provide accurate information and clear photographs of their artworks to facilitate evaluation by the International Art Commission.
Proposed starting auction prices are subject to approval by the Commission.
Only fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory in the online application form.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 28, 2027 – 23:59 CET
APPLY HERE