Call for entries

10.10 — 02.11 | Art and Design Productions, Kortrijk Belgium

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Call for Entries:
Objects of Desire in 3D printing

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Exhibition of 3D Objects at the Art and Design Productions Gallery, Kortrijk, Belgium

During: WONDER Festival Kortrijk and Art Weekend Kortrijk

Dates: October 10 – November 2, 2025

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Overview

This international call for entries is free of charge and open to:

Companies
Designers and freelance designers
Universities and higher education students

We welcome submissions using all techniques of 3D printing and additive manufacturing.

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Theme: “Objects of Desire in 3D printing”

We are looking for objects that seduce through their look and feel, function, uselessness, attraction, or that irresistible “want-to-have” X-factor.

The selected works will blur the line between art and design, showcasing aesthetic excellence in either high-tech or craftsmanship.

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Selection Criteria

A professional jury will evaluate submissions based on:

Originality
Design quality
Color scheme
Functionality or artistic value
Design quality both functional and emotional

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All types of objects are welcome, including:

Interior design pieces
Furniture, lighting, personal objects
Art-design objects
Textiles in 3D printing

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Important Dates

Submission Deadline: September 5 at 8 p.m. — you can fill in your submission step by step, start soon!
Jury Evaluation: September 8 & 9, 2025
Notification of Selection: Between September 10 and 11
Delivery: September 15 – 21 (not later!), at Art and Design Productions, Kortrijk, Belgium
Opening Exhibition: Friday, October 10 at 6 p.m.
Wonderfestival Kortrijk: October 16 – November 2
Art Weekend Kortrijk: October 24 / 25 / 26
End of Exhibition: Sunday, November 2
Collection of Unsold Items: November 3 – 8

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Submission Details

Free participation for 3D-printed or additively manufactured objects
You may submit up to 10 objects
Selling price = ... euro (includes 35% gallery commission)
VAT: 21%, divided 65/35
Weight: must be noted in grams (g) in the registration form
VAT number / company number if available
Successful objects may lead to further collaboration or orders with the gallery

First contact information

Have a project you're proud of? We'd love to see it! Submit your work using the form below and get the chance to be featured. It only takes a minute — share your creativity with the world!

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STEP 1

Submit your objects (up to 10)

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* Upload up to 2 images per object (Max 5MB each). Objects must be original and for sale. 35% commission on sales.

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STEP 2

Exhibition terms

Only selected objects will be exhibited.
Objects must be original and 3D-printed or produced according to your design.
Object can be partly in 3D printing and assembled with other materials
Designers retain ownership but grant permission for exhibition and promotional use of images.
Selected works will be for sale; a contract will outline rights and a 35% gallery commission.
The gallery is not liable for damage but will ensure safe and aesthetic display.
Selected objects must be delivered or shipped securely between 9 and 20 September 2025.

By submitting, you agree to the terms and conditions.

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*Once you submit your application, this submission is final and can not be changed.

Submission successful!

Thank you for submitting your work! We have received your application and will review your objects for the exhibition.

What happens next?

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Review process

Our team will carefully review your submitted objects, with completion expected by September 8-9.

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Selection Notification

You'll receive an email notification about the selection status of your work.

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Exhibition Preparation

If your submission is selected. We will provide you with detailed delivery instructions between September 9-20, 2025.

Confirmation Details

Date: June 2, 2025

Objects submitted: 1

Contact Email: contact.email@gmail.com

About the Exhibition: Objects of Desire in 3D printing

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The “Objects of Desire in 3D printing” exhibition is a curated showcase of cutting-edge 3D-printed and additively manufactured objects that explore the intersection of art, design, and technology. It will be held at the Art and Design Productions Gallery in Kortrijk, Belgium, a space known for its innovative exhibitions and commitment to contemporary design.

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Context & Audience

WONDER Festival Kortrijk – A city-wide celebration of creativity, innovation, and design with 20,000 visitors.
Art Weekend Kortrijk – A vibrant weekend where galleries, studios, and cultural spaces open their doors to the public.

These events attract a diverse audience of art and design professionals, collectors, curators, industry leaders, students, and the design-loving public.

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Exhibition Goals

Highlight the aesthetic and conceptual potential of 3D printing.
Provide a platform for emerging and established designers.
Foster dialogue between art and technology.
Offer curated sales opportunities for designers.
Selling your works

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Venue

The Art and Design Productions Gallery in Kortrijk offers a modern space suitable for showcasing both small and large-scale 3D-printed works in a professional and secure setting.

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Promotion & Visibility

Featured in the official programs of WONDER Festival and Art Weekend Kortrijk
Promoted through social media, press, and partner channels
Documented via professional photography and video
Opportunities for media interviews and coverage

Call for Entries:Objects of Desire in 3D printing