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Open Call:Under The Leaf#4 Art Book Fair Helsinki

At the University of the Arts Helsinki (TeaK tori) Sörnäisten rantatie 19 00530 Helsinki, Finland Friday 5th & Saturday 6th of June 2026 Free entry This is the application form for the fourth edition of Under The Leaf Art Book Fair Helsinki, organised in co-operation with the University of the Arts. Apply to have a table booth to sell your art books, zines and other publications during the two days fair happening on 05-06.06.2026 in the University of the Arts, Helsinki. The selected participants take care of their own table and sale at the event, and commit to attend for both days. The application period ends on 30.11.2025 (midnight). We will get back to you during January 2026. ＊ Participation fee: In this edition, we introduce a sliding scale fee for participation. 0€ - students from Uniarts (separate application internal to the school) and other students 10-20€ - zine makers, first book fair participation, participants with small income 30€ - small size press, participants who have the financial possibility to support the fair 40€ and more - medium & big size press, participants who have the financial possibility to support the fair We wish our event to be accessible, and we let the applicants decide in which fee category they belong. The fee will be used to support the fair’s upcoming editions and unforeseen additional costs. If you have any questions about the fair, you can contact us by email at: [email protected]

＊ FAQ

What is Under the Leaf Art Book Fair?

Under the Leaf is an art book fair in Helsinki hosting local and international exhibitors featuring a wide variety of publishing practices —from zines to artists’ books, experimental publications and contemporary art editions. The location changes yearly.

What is the 4th edition of the fair consisting of?

We’re thrilled to present this year’s edition in collaboration with the University of the Arts, which will allow for new kinds of exploration and connection throughout the artist publishing community, and a more diverse and international fair experience. The entrance to the festival and fair is free.

The programme consists of talks and performances by international guests and collectives invited to the fair as influential actors of the field. In addition, live music, poetry readings, food art and more! The full programme will be announced in 2026.

The event is organized by Hikari Nishida (The Temporary Bookshelf) and Sara Blosseville (Fétiche Editions). This event is supported by the Kone Foundation.

You can see images of the previous editions on our Instagram page.

What are you registering for?

A table spot (around 80 x 80cm in size) to sell or present books, zines and other publications on Friday 5th and Saturday 6th of June 2026; from 12 to 17 in the premises of the University of the Arts, TeaK Tori space (Helsinki). Please note that one spot fits maximum 2 chairs.

Who are we looking for?

The fair is primarily meant for artists and artist collectives. We strive to host an inclusive event where people of diverse genders, backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and identities are represented and feel safe to share their creativity.

What kind of publications?

We will prioritise applications from applicants who will present more than a single title, and are actively publishing new works and are taking experimental initiatives in their practices. Printed matters (e.g. posters, cassettes, clothes, stickers...) are welcome in addition to publications. The event is primarily meant for presenting publications.

Under the Leaf is a fair to present publishing practices as an artistic form: artist books, zines, and experimental in-between. We are looking for affordable publications that showcase the book as a multiple, rather than unique artist book. We will also prioritise and support the grass-root initiatives instead of the institutionalised.

The book fair team follows safer space principles. The principles are applied in every part of the process to ensure that everyone can feel safe, welcome, and respected.

How much is the fee to participate?

The participation fee is between 0-40€. During the fair all sales are directly dealt between the seller and the buyer, there is no fee taken by the book fair.

Open Call:Under The Leaf#4 Art Book Fair Helsinki

Your name (as you want it to be displayed)

Your email address

Tell us about what you do and what you’d like to present/sell at the festival

Type of exhibitor (Collective/Publisher/Magazine/Artist/Other)

Website or link to portfolio