Calling All Artists: Showcase Your Work at Hot Numbers in 2027

Great coffee and local culture go hand-in-hand. At Hot Numbers Coffee, our walls are just as important as our espresso machines—they are a blank canvas for the incredible creative talent right here in our community.

We are currently looking for local painters, illustrators, photographers, and mixed-media artists to take over our cafe walls. Applications are now officially open for our January to July 2027 exhibition slots.

If you want to get your artwork in front of thousands of daily visitors in a vibrant, bustling environment, we want to hear from you.

Why Exhibit With Us?

Our cafes aren't just spaces to grab a 6oz White; they are community hubs where people linger, meet, and get inspired. Exhibiting with us gives you:

  • A Six-Week Showcase: We offer generous 6-week exhibition runs, giving your work maximum exposure to our regulars and weekend visitors.

  • Creative Control & Direct Sales: You manage your own sales and communicate directly with your buyers. We simply take a modest 20% commission on pieces sold during the exhibition, and you keep the rest.

  • Marketing Support: We love shouting about the artists we host. We will promote your exhibition across our social media channels and in-store to help drive footfall to your show.

  • Your Own Opening Night: Want to kick things off with a bang? You have the option to host a private view, opening night, or artist talk on a Monday or Tuesday evening. For a £200 venue hire, we provide the space, a fully stocked bar (craft beers, cocktails, wine, and coffee), and cold food options to make your launch unforgettable.

How It Works

We keep the logistics as straightforward as possible so you can focus on the art.

We provide the dedicated hanging systems; you just bring your work ready to hang. You choose how to display your pricing and contact details, and you handle the transactions. If a piece sells, it can either stay on the wall until the end of your run or be swapped out for a fresh piece.

Our store managers will be your on-the-ground support throughout your 6-week run, ensuring everything goes smoothly.

How to Apply

Our exhibition calendar fills up incredibly fast, so don't wait to get in touch.

If you are interested in securing a slot between January and July 2027, send an email to events@hotnumberscoffee.co.uk with:

  1. A brief introduction about you and your artwork.

  2. A few examples of your work or a link to your portfolio/Instagram.

  3. The months you are most interested in exhibiting.