Generation 2026 Open Call

Generation

Generation 2026, a group exhibition opens at Amos Rex in May 2026. Generation is a triennial exhibition at Amos Rex that presents works by artists and creators aged 15–23. Now in its fourth edition in 2026, the Generation exhibition will be an intervention of young people in the art world.

Everyone born between 2001 and 2009 and working in Finland can apply for the exhibition. Around 40 artists will be selected. We invite a wide range of submissions from different artistic disciplines!

The application period has closed on 31 October 2024. We´ll contact the selected artists personally! Generation 2026 are announced in Spring 2025.

Jury

Generation 2026 -juryn puheenjohtaja Harold Hejazi. Kuva: Stella Ojala / Amos Rex

Gen­er­a­tion 2026 Jury

The Generation 2026 jury is chaired by Canadian artist, game designer, and educator Harold Hejazi. Working extensively in participatory performing arts, game design, and community engagement, Hejazi, who is based in Helsinki, has in recent years explored the use of video games in theatre, addressing themes such as race, marginalisation, and contemporary multiculturalism.

Representing Amos Rex on the jury are museum director Kieran Long, assistant curator Krista Mamia, curator of public programmes Laura Porola, and curator Terhi Tuomi. The Generation 2023 artists are represented by Yoonsik Kim and Aino Kontinen. Aino Kontinen works with writing, performing arts, and lens-based art, while Yoonsik Kim operates at the intersection of fashion and art.