Fibre Gallery is excited to announce our annual Open Call for Proposals.

 

This Open Call is for an exhibition programme beginning in March 2026 for our gallery based in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

Call for proposals 
Fibre invites proposals from Pacific Moana artists, groups and art collectives from all disciplines for our 2026/2027 exhibition programme. We particularly encourage creatives based in Te Wai Pounamu, as well as our Whaikaha communities and artists living in the South Pacific islands.

About Fibre Gallery

Fibre Gallery is the first of its kind in Te Wai Pounamu, a distinctly Moana-focused gallery dedicated to showcasing community-engaged, digital, and heritage artworks by Moana creatives.

Based in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch, Fibre Gallery is committed to increasing the visibility of Pacific artists and fostering greater understanding and appreciation of contemporary Pacific art among New Zealanders. By providing resources, opportunities, and a platform to amplify creative voices, we celebrate the richness of Pacific artistry and its role in shaping cultural expression.

Our mission extends to building connections between contemporary Pacific voices and wider social and political conversations, ensuring Pacific creativity plays a vital role in broader narratives.

We proudly acknowledge Ngāi Tūāhuriri iwi as mana whenua of this takiwā and as the rightful custodians of the land on which we stand.

How to apply

To simplify and make the application process accessible to all, proposals are accepted in different formats. Please see this link Call for proposals for requirements and more info. 

Please send proposals to: fibregallery@tagatamoana.com with the subject line ‘Call for Proposals’.

Submissions open: Friday 29th August 2025

Submissions close: 11.59pm, Sunday 5th October 2025