Jackal Print Exchange is an open call opportunity for printmakers and artists working with print to take part in a shared exchange, culminating in a group exhibition at Jackal in October 2026.

This is the first Jackal Print Exchange, with the potential for it to become an annual event.

  • The exchange is open to any printmaker or artist working with print.

    Participants must be able to deliver work to Jackal either in person (by arrangement) or via post.

  • Entry into the first Jackal Print Exchange is free of charge. 

  • Each participant submits five prints of the same image.

    In return, each participant will receive four prints by other artists, randomly allocated.

    Jackal will retain one print from each edition for inclusion in a group exhibition at Jackal in October 2026.

    Once the prints have been received, Jackal will post 4 prints to each participating artist prior to the exhibition in October 2026. 

    Alternatively, if the artist requests, the 4 prints can be picked up from Jackal during the opening hours of the group exhibition.

    All works must:

    • Be original prints

    • Be up to A5 size

    • Be signed and numbered

    • Be part of an edition of 5

    Any printmaking process is welcome.

    • Prints due at Jackal: Monday 31st August 2026 (12 noon)

    • Exhibition: October 2026

  • The exchange has an open theme. Artists are free to submit work that reflects their own practice.

  • All retained prints will be included in an exhibition of the Jackal Print Exchange.

    There will also be an optional opportunity for artists to make their print available for sale during the exhibition. Artists will set the price of their print. Jackal will take a 20% commission on any sales to support the costs of running the programme.

    If the print does not sell, artists may choose whether:

    • Jackal retains the print for future exhibitions, or

    • The print is returned to the artist

    If you would like to take part in the print exchange, but do not wish to be part of the exhibition, please contact us to discuss. 

  • Work can be:

    • Dropped off at Jackal (by arrangement), or

    • Sent via post

  • Returned prints can be:

    • Collected in person, or

    • Posted back to participants

  • Registration is a two-stage process.

    Stage 1:
    Sign up by providing your:

    • Name

    • Email address

    • Delivery method (post or drop-off)

    • Agreement to terms and conditions

    Stage 2:
    Jackal will contact participants via email to confirm delivery details and request further information about the work (including print process, dimensions, and supporting information for documentation and the online gallery).

  • An online gallery will be created to document all works included in the exchange.

Register for the Jackal Print Exchange

  • By taking part in the Jackal Print Exchange, participants agree to the following:

    Eligibility

    This exchange is open to artists and printmakers working independently in print. Participants confirm they are able to produce and submit original print work. 

    Artwork requirements

    All submitted works must be:

    • Original prints created by the artist

    • Up to A5 size

    • Signed and numbered

    • Produced as part of an edition of 5

    Exchange structure

    Each participant agrees to:

    • Submit five prints of the same image

    • Receive four prints from other participating artists

    • Have one print retained by Jackal for exhibition purposes

    • Allocation of works is random.

    Exhibition

    One print from each participant will form part of a group exhibition at Jackal in October 2026.

    Artists may choose if their exhibited print is available for sale during the exhibition. 

    Artists will set the price of their print. Jackal will provide guidance if requested.

    • Jackal will retain a 20% commission on the sale of the exhibited print to support project costs

    • If the exhibited print does not sell, artists may choose for their work to either be:

      • Retained by Jackal for future exhibitions (same sales conditions will apply) or

      • Returned to the artist

    Delivery and return

    Participants are responsible for the safe delivery of their work, whether by post or in-person drop-off. If sending work via post, please send tracked and insured. Jackal cannot accept responsibility for lost or damaged prints sent via the post. 

    Unless the artist wishes the unsold print to be retained by Jackal for future exhibitions, unsold prints will be returned to the artist via either collection at a mutually convenient time or via tracked post.

    Image and promotion use

    By participating, artists grant Jackal permission to use submitted prints for promotional purposes relating to the Jackal Print Exchange. This may include online platforms, printed material, and publicity relating to the exhibition and exchange. Artists will be credited and copyright remains with the artist.

    Community standards

    Jackal is committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive environment. We do not accept work that promotes hate, discrimination, racism, violence, or harassment of any kind. Jackal reserves the right to exclude work at our discretion.

    General agreement

    By registering, participants confirm they understand and accept the structure of the exchange, including the number of works submitted and received, and the conditions outlined above.