What is The Holy Art?

The Holy Art is an international contemporary art gallery that has exhibited 25,000+ artists across 400+ exhibitions in 20+ cities worldwide. The gallery hosts physical and digital exhibitions in London, New York, Tokyo, Paris, Milan, Barcelona, Athens, Amsterdam, and Times Square. Artists can apply for free to exhibit their work.

How do I apply for an open call at The Holy Art?

To apply for an open call at The Holy Art, visit theholyart.com and navigate to the open calls page. Select the city and exhibition you want to apply for. Submitting your artwork is completely free. If your work is selected by the curatorial team, an exhibition fee applies to confirm your spot. All mediums are accepted.

What cities does The Holy Art exhibit in?

The Holy Art exhibits in London, New York, Tokyo, Paris, Milan, Barcelona, Athens, Amsterdam, and more. The gallery also features a Times Square billboard in New York City. Each city hosts regular exhibitions throughout the year with open calls for artists worldwide.

Is it free to apply to The Holy Art exhibitions?

Yes, submitting your artwork to The Holy Art is completely free. There is no application fee. If your work is selected by the curatorial team, an exhibition fee applies to confirm your spot in the show.

What mediums does The Holy Art accept?

The Holy Art accepts all mediums including painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, digital art, video art, installation, mixed media, illustration, and beyond. All exhibitions have an open theme. The gallery welcomes emerging and established artists from all countries.

How many artists has The Holy Art exhibited?

The Holy Art has exhibited over 25,000 artists across more than 400 exhibitions in over 20 cities worldwide. The gallery has welcomed over 500,000 guests and has a community of 250,000+ artists and collectors.

Is The Holy Art a legitimate gallery?

Yes. The Holy Art Ltd is a registered UK company founded in 2020, based at 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London. It has exhibited over 25,000 artists across 400+ exhibitions in 20+ cities including London, New York, Tokyo, Paris, Milan, Athens and Amsterdam, with over 500,000 gallery visitors. Reviews are verifiable on Trustpilot and Google, and exhibitions take place in real, publicly listed gallery venues.

Where can I read genuine reviews of The Holy Art?

Verified reviews of The Holy Art are available on Trustpilot and Google from artists who have exhibited with the gallery. The gallery has worked with over 25,000 artists worldwide across physical and digital exhibitions.

Paul Bellingham | The Holy Art

ARTIST STATEMENT:

Both macro and micro are examined within my work with an emphasis on colour and form. The branching of nature and the quantum realm. Tree roots into synaptic bridges.

I am interested in the nature of colour relationships and spatial dynamics.

Music is also an important element in my work, listening to and interpreting Jazz in a kind of visual form. Brush strokes are like notes and phrases of the music. A rich palette of idea's and influences.

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1. Inspiration and Style

What initially inspired you to become an artist, and how would you describe the evolution of your artistic style?

I was initially inspired to become an artist as a young child through my love of Walt Disney animation and superhero comics, which gave me a strong urge and desire to draw. My style has developed over many years of practice and continues to change and evolve.

2. Creative Process

Can you tell us about your creative process and what influences you while working?

I like to listen to music while working, with a strong emphasis on jazz. I work through instinct, spontaneity, and intuition.

3. Artistic Influences

Which artists, movements, or experiences have influenced your work?

There is a long line of artistic influences in my work, from prehistoric cave art to present-day practitioners of mostly abstract painting, such as Gerhard Richter, Albert Oehlen, and Jade Fadojutimi. These influences manifest themselves in both colour and form.

4. Emotion and Expression

How do you use your art to communicate emotion and expression?

I express emotion through my use of colour and form, particularly striking contrasts and clashing colours. Exciting and daring use of my chosen mediums hopefully produces work with a highly emotive quality.

5. Stand-Out Projects

Is there a particular project or body of work that stands out in your artistic journey?

My BA degree work was a stepping stone to where I am now in terms of my creative processes. I would cover a surface laid flat with fluid acrylics and, once dry, randomly flick paint from paint markers in a physically energetic manner. I would then go over these “splashes” using oil sticks. Over this, I would lay glazes of thinned oil paint, repeating the whole process until I was happy with the results.

6. Feedback and Growth

How do feedback and criticism influence your artistic development?

I try to take on board positive criticism and feedback and attempt to understand more deeply the effect my work is having on its audience. Ultimately, however, I tread my own intuitive path, trusting my own judgement and inspiration.

7. Motivation and Inspiration

Where do you find motivation and inspiration when creating new work?

Motivation and inspiration come to me fairly freely. I listen to new music, go for walks on the Sussex Downs, and read about cosmology, quantum theory, and spirituality. When challenged, I persevere, sometimes beginning new pieces as well as drawing in sketchbooks.

8. Exhibiting Work

What does exhibiting your work with The Holy Art Gallery mean to you?

I am very excited to be exhibiting with The Holy Art Gallery and am looking forward to meeting other artists. This opportunity will hopefully allow me to reach a wider audience with my work.

9. Future Goals

What are your long-term goals as an artist?

My long-term goals are to have a much larger studio to work in and to create bigger paintings. I aim to achieve this through perseverance, a positive attitude, and a lot of hard work.

10. Audience Connection

What do you hope audiences take away from experiencing your work?

I hope my audience will be positively moved by my work and come away with an emotionally expansive experience. I aim to connect with the audience through a shared affinity with and appreciation for the natural world.