New Contemporaries has announced its 2026 annual exhibition, which will be a touring show presented at the South London Gallery and MIMA in Middlesbrough. The exhibition will feature 26 emerging and early-career artists from across the UK, selected by a panel of established artists.
The exhibition is a significant platform for launching artistic careers in the UK, providing visibility and institutional validation for new talent. Its dual-venue structure in London and Middlesbrough underscores a commitment to broadening the geographic reach of contemporary art and engaging audiences outside the capital.