Drawing Biennial 2026

Exhibition dates, 16 Apr – 30 June 2026

Online auction open noon, 16 June 2026

Auction bidding ends 9pm, 30 June 2026

Our twelfth Drawing Biennial presents over 200 new and original works by artists from around the world. As each Biennial builds on new collaborations developed with partners throughout the UK and abroad, our drawing family grows. This year’s Biennial includes many artists new both to Drawing Room and to the UK, introducing voices and reflections that together make up a multi-faceted perspective of this challenging moment in history.

These carefully selected artists were invited to make an A4 size work on paper, using any method or medium. The generous donation of these works demonstrates Drawing Room’s important role in researching and presenting the significance and diversity of drawing across the globe today.

Drawing Room is a charity that needs to raise 90% of funds required to support our exhibitions, unique drawing research library, learning and outreach activities. This exemplary exhibition makes a significant contribution to this target as a vital fundraiser.