CALL FOR ARTISTS
ROME INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR – 18TH EDITION 2026
July 08 – 19, 2026
Deadline: June 28, 2026

ITSLIQUID Group is proud to open the call for entries for the 18th edition of ROME INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR 2026. From July 08 to July 19, 2026, the historic ITSLIQUID Art Space – Trastevere (click here to explore the venue), set within a magnificent 15th-century palace, will host a curated selection of contemporary works from around the world. This international showcase invites artists to engage in a vibrant dialogue between photography, painting, video art, sculpture, and performance, right in the heart of one of Rome’s most authentic and artistic districts.

Since 2001, ITSLIQUID Group has organised over 350 international events, engaging more than 10,000 artists across over 60 global venues. Its initiatives have featured prestigious museums like the CCCB – Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona in Spain, the NCCA – National Centre for Contemporary Arts in Moscow, the MuMo – Museum Montanelli in Prague, and the MUST Museum in Lecce, in addition to numerous galleries and private foundations. Thanks to its partnership with Sedition, ITSLIQUID has presented masters such as Bill Viola and Refik Anadol, offering high-level opportunities for young, mid-career, and renowned artists.

To join the selection, fill out the form below

ROME INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR 2026 investigates the dynamic relationship of body and space, exploring how identities hybridise within the cultural, social, and urban frameworks of our time. The exhibition is developed through two core themes:

MIXING IDENTITIES analyses the subconscious, viewing the human body as an evolving communication system. It invites artists to map the complex labyrinths of our consciousness and the infinite ways we express our connection to others.

FUTURE LANDSCAPES explores abstract and conceptual dimensions where physical borders dissolve. This section focuses on the fluid relationship between mind and soul, human identity and the city, transforming traditional surfaces into an endless flow of pure ideas.

Deadline for applications is June 28, 2026 (11.59 PM your local time)

Artists, photographers, video makers, and performers are invited to submit their works. To take part in the selection, send your works’ submissions with a CV/biography, some still images (for video art), links to videos/films/performances and pictures via e-mail to info@itsliquid.com

The participation includes the following services
– exhibition space managed by art professionals
– assisting with customs formalities, international shipping and local transport
– assisting in finding accommodation
– the design and printing of advertising material
– the global and local press office, publicity, press, banners, totem, etc.
– the realisation of the exhibition website and dedicated press releases
– mounting and dismounting of the exhibition
– exhibitions opening event

To take part in the selection, send your works’ submissions with a CV/biography, some still images (for video art), links to videos/performances and pictures via e-mail to info@itsliquid.com or fill out the form below

ITSLIQUID Group has produced to date more than 350 exhibitions worldwide and many impressive art and architecture festivals during the Venice Biennale. Among the last great shows, SURFACES Festival, ANIMA MUNDI ART FAIR, BORDERS Art Fair, seven editions of BARCELONA CONTEMPORARY ART FAIR, 17 editions of CONTEMPORARY VENICE, 17 editions of ROME INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR and 23 editions of VENICE INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR, presenting more than 10,000 talented artists, from the emerging to the iconic.

Ever since 2001, ITSLIQUID Group has presented a high-quality selection of collective and solo shows in several locations worldwide, creating a unique opportunity to exchange new ideas and increase and develop the dialogue with a network of art professionals. Making contemporary art accessible to all.

ITSLIQUID Group continues to shape international art experiences, building a solid platform to exhibit, grow, and gain visibility within contemporary culture, while supporting and promoting the creative journey of each participant. Our projects are designed to encourage dialogue and experimentation, offering space for both emerging and established talents.

Deadline for applications is June 28, 2026 (11.59 PM your local time)

The number of works you can submit is unlimited. Participation in the art show requires an entry fee only for selected artworks. Participation is open to artists, architects and designers, associate groups and studios.

Artists interested in taking part in our shows are free to be sponsored and supported by institutions, organisations, governments and their representatives; the sponsors’ information will be included in all the communication (digital and print) of the events.

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CK Maurer, Germany ★★★★★
“I’ve really enjoyed working with you. The collaboration has been smooth, professional, and genuinely inspiring. I’ve felt supported throughout the process, and your responsiveness and clarity in communication made everything feel easy and well-organised. I’m truly looking forward to seeing how everything comes together and am proud to be part of the project. Thank you for the opportunity!“

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Craig Hepburn, UK ★★★★★
“ITSLIQUID were very professional and warm hosts. The platform provides a fantastic opportunity for entry-level artists like myself to showcase work in prominent locations and gain valuable exposure. The supportive environment they foster makes it a welcoming space for emerging talents.“

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Manuel Kokseder, Austria ★★★★★
“I found the group to be very reliable and artistically oriented. We were given a Venice guide who helped us to understand the culture of the city even better. The whole experience was uncomplicated and enriching, and the support we received was instrumental in making it a really positive experience.“

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ABOUT US

ITSLIQUID is a web-based information platform, founded in 2001 by Luca Curci, dedicated to the worldwide distribution of information about calls for entries, exhibitions and events at some of the world’s leading art galleries, museums and foundations. ITSLIQUID has already built a readership of more than 300.000 qualified subscribers. Among them are architects, designers, artists, collectors, art critics, curators, dealers, and other personalities of the International art, architecture and design world. It provides advertising services, press office services for events and projects, articles and specials published on the website, and media partnership services.

During the last 20 years, ITSLIQUID Group has become a cultural hub between creatives, exhibition spaces and art lovers. Among our international partners, Art Now Fair, Art Vancouver, Design Tokyo, INDEX Qatar, INDEX Saudi, The Big 5 Construct Dubai, The Big 5 Construct Qatar, Photo LA Los Angeles and international magazines like Art Style. ITSLIQUID Group supports some of the most important non-profit organizations, like UNFCCC – United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, SSCS – Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, One Tree Planted, The Ocean CleanUp and Plastic Oceans, with the goal to increase public awareness about environmental issues. Click here to find out more.

ITSLIQUID GROUP includes a section dedicated to the organization of international art events, managing exhibitions of painting, photography, video art, installation and performance; it organizes solo and collective shows, art residencies and international contests. Its object is to use new technologies to globalize the language of art and to connect artists working in every part of the world.

ITSLIQUID Group manages a variety of art spaces all over the world; among them, Palazzo Albrizzi-Capello in Venice and different historical buildings, ELEMENTS Contemporary Art Space in the London city centre and other partners worldwide. Since 2001, ITSLIQUID Group has organised over 350 international events, engaging more than 10,000 artists across over 60 global venues. Its initiatives have featured prestigious museums like the CCCB – Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona in Spain, the NCCA – National Center for Contemporary Arts in Moscow, the MuMo – Museum Montanelli in Prague, and the MUST Museum in Lecce, in addition to numerous galleries and private foundations. Thanks to its partnership with Sedition, ITSLIQUID has presented masters such as Bill Viola and Refik Anadol, offering high-level opportunities for young, mid-career, and renowned artists.

ITSLIQUID is based on fluidity, motion, connection and accessibility. Making things easy to do. Welcome.

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Eleni Pasiata, Greece ★★★★★
“I believe that ITSLIQUID Platform is a great opportunity for artists and emerging ones, offering high-quality services with a professional approach. The organisation has been excellent. Every member of ITSLIQUID Group was very helpful and paid attention to every detail, resulting in an amazing experience and a wide range of artworks.“

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Marloe Maria Tegelaar, The Netherlands ★★★★★
“In my view, ITSLIQUID is a platform that offers real opportunities for visibility and exposure on an international stage, especially for emerging artists. Itsliquid is a very professional, supportive platform and is effective in connecting your work to broader audiences through exhibitions in Europe. I appreciate what the platform offers, especially in terms of international exposure and the opportunity for emerging artists to present their work in major cultural hubs. That global visibility is a very strong asset.“

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Naneki Ofensky, Russia ★★★★★
“Everything was great! Despite the tight deadline, we made it happen. I would definitely recommend collaborating with you! The team does a fantastic job supporting the artists. The social media presence is particularly helpful, and I’m thankful for that. Keep up the great work!“

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OUR LOCATION

On the banks of the Tiber River, the magnificent ITSLIQUID Art Space Rome – Trastevere was built in the 15th century by the noble Velli family in Piazza S. Egidio, in the Trastevere district, just 2 km from some of Rome’s major attractions, including the Imperial Forums, the Colosseum and St. Pietro Basilica. The large courtyard, doors with the Velli coat of arms, the external staircase, one of a kind among the few that have survived in Rome, and the upper floors are some of the oldest and most characteristic elements of the entire structure. The Palazzo was renovated in the early 1970s, and the interior was reorganised to accommodate small residences. The salons, which now serve as exhibition spaces, were restored to their original state by removing the structures and equipment of the workshops that were present and abandoned, allowing for the rediscovery of the main structural elements and a fresco.

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