“This exhibition reminds us that our greatest power lies in the words ‘To thine own self be true,’ a passionate declaration of being unapologetically authentic in all its forms” – Scarlet Thomas, Luminosa Art Scene

We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM: A MAGICAL QUEER GROUP SHOW, after first debuting at Midsumma Festival 2025. Following its highly celebrated first run, the exhibition will once more explore the potent interconnection of queer history, mythology, and fantastical storytelling with a whole new collection of artworks.

This group exhibition aims to provide a snapshot of how queer identities and narratives have long been intertwined with the fantastical. It is a space where history can be reimagined, and identity can be rendered magical and unconstrained.

Exhibition: 21 Jan - 1 Feb
Opening: Friday 23 Nov 6 - 9pm
Submission deadline: Midnight Friday 16th Jan
Drop off: Sat 17th & Sun 18th Jan 10-4pm
Pick up: Sun 1st Feb 4-5pm
We encourage you to submit work in the realm of (but not limited to) :
Magic, mythology, folklore, fantasy, legends, supernatural, history, literature & the occult
You get the vibe!
$35 per artwork under 50cm
$40 per artwork between 50-70cm
$50 per artwork between 80cm-1m
$60 per artwork over 1 metre
30% commission on sales
Limit of 3 artworks per person
LGBTQIA+ artists
It is not compulsory to have your work for sale
Open to all mediums and no size limit
By submitting your works to you are confirming that you have read all the above information pertaining to the show and agree to the dates outlined.
“Midsumma is Australia's premier queer arts and cultural organisation, bringing together a diverse mix of LGBTQIA+ artists, performers, communities and audiences.
Our primary event, Midsumma Festival, usually runs over 22 days in Melbourne's summer (January/February) each year with an explosion of queer events that centre around hidden and mainstream queer culture, involving local, interstate, and international artists.”
https://www.midsumma.org.au/about/about-midsumma/

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Wall allocations filled - now only accepting 3D works!

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Exhibition: 19 - 30 Nov
Opening: Friday 21 Nov 6 - 8.30pm
Submission deadline: Midnight 14th Nov (or until spots are filled)
Drop off: Sat 15th & Sun 16th Nov 10-4pm
Pick up: Sun 30th Nov 4-5pm
$40 per artwork under 60cm
$50 per artwork over 60cm
$60 per artwork over 1m
30% commission on sales
Limit of 5 artworks per person
It is not compulsory to have your work for sale
Open to all mediums
By submitting your works to FROM THE STUDIO you are confirming that you have read all the above information pertaining to the show and agree to the dates outlined.

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2026 Schedule

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VIEW 2025 WINDOW GALLERY AVAILABILITY

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Gallery I
Approx 28.8 sq meters
Approx 14.8 meters of wall space
Gallery II
Approx 7.5 meters sq
Approx 10.9 meters of wall space
Gallery III
Approx 4.6m sq
Approx 7.6 meters of wall space
Window Gallery
2.7m L x 32 cm W windowsill/display space
Window is approx 2.07 cm tall
Gallery I ~ $2,300
Gallery II ~ $1,200
Gallery III ~ $500
Window Gallery (New!) ~ $400
Combo prices
Gallery I & II ~ $3,200
Gallery II & III ~ $1,500
Gallery I & II & III ~ $3,700
Gallery I & Window ~ $2,650
Whole Gallery (all 4 spaces) ~ $4,000
10% DISCOUNT FOR FIRST NATIONS ARTISTS*
~ Exhibitions will run for two weeks (12 days including installation and de-installation)
~ Opening reception is from 6:00 - 8:30 pm on the first Friday of the exhibition (this opening will be shared with other artists exhibiting at the same time)
~ Exhibitions and openings are supervised by gallery staff.
~ Gallery will take 30% commission (inc. GST) on all sales
~ Artists are required to organise the collection of their artwork. De-installation will be on the last Sunday of the exhibition at 5pm, (staff will be present to help)
~ Warm and inviting gallery space with a clean and sophisticated curatorial aesthetic
~ Promotion of your exhibition on our social media platforms (instagram & website) and our Artefact Newsletter.
~ Featured on our website in the lead up and during the exhibition.
~ Customers can buy your works online through out website
~ Vinyl signage with your name and exhibition title on front window and in space
~ Convenient location with heavy foot traffic
~ Work with a small but passionate team who will strive to bring your vision to life
~ Opening night celebration with bar and affordable drink options
~ Exhibition installation. Our technician handles installation (no need to install yourself)
~ Gallery sitting / staff during weekday and weekend gallery hours
~flexible space, we are always open to showcasing experimental bodies of work which may require a non-traditional hang
~ Friendly community to become a part of!
Please include in your proposal:
~ Contact details (Name, address, phone, email)
~ A brief CV outlining any art related studies or exhibiting history. (Please note that formal art training is not a prerequisite for an exhibition at Artemisia)
~ A brief artist statement outlining the concepts behind your artwork/exhibition
~ Examples of your artwork (Max 10 images)
~ What gallery/month/dates you would prefer (please see our 2026 schedule above)
If you have any questions please email info@artemisiagallery.com.au