EASTBANK CENTRE – EXHIBITION FOYER APPLICATION 2015

EASTBANK CENTRE – EXHIBITION FOYER Shepparton Art Museum manages a public exhibition space in the upstairs area of the Eastbank Centre for the display of artworks. This area spans approximately 27 running meters of hanging space and is wonderful display area for community, schools and local art groups to display their work. Exhibitions run for approximately 8 weeks and artworks need to be delivered to SAM ready to hang. This exhibition space books 12 months in advance to allow all parties to plan ahead. This document outlines the application procedure potential exhibitors need to follow, and conditions of use that exhibitors agree to prior to booking an exhibition. Due to the increasing number of applications for community exhibitions, applications will be reviewed on a quarterly basis at the end of months of March, June, September and December 2015 for exhibitions in 2016. CONDITIONS OF USE Exhibition set-up and requirements • There is no hire fee or installation cost charged to Exhibitors. • Exhibitors are not required to gallery sit. • Exhibition dates are confirmed in writing prior to the exhibition. • Two weeks prior to the exhibition, exhibitors must submit via email the completed exhibition List of Works template (see attached) that includes; artists’ name, title of artwork, year produced, medium, dimensions and wholesale price (if applicable). • Delivery of works needs to occur on the Friday previous to installation week unless otherwise agreed. • Works to be collected on the Monday following the final day unless otherwise agreed. • Exhibitions will take place in the upstairs area of the Eastbank Centre; exhibitions are not displayed within the Shepparton Art Museum. • There are no storage facilities available. Please make other arrangements if this is required. • The Manager of Performing Arts and Conventions and/or his/her delegate has the right to refuse any work to be hung. • Operational venue requirements for the Eastbank Centre take precedence over exhibition requirements and the upper foyer may be unavailable for public access from time to time. • Exhibitors and members of the public are not to disturb or disrupt any meeting being held in upstairs meeting rooms or impede access through the upper foyer. • Exhibiting in these areas is at the exhibitors own risk. Shepparton Art Museum and Greater Shepparton City Council bear no responsibility for exhibition pieces and no Shepparton Art Museum Postal Address: Locked Bag 1000, Shepparton 3632 Street Address: Eastbank Centre, Welsford Street, Shepparton Ph: +61 (03) 5832 9861 Fax + 61 (03) 5831 8480 Email: [email protected] ABN 59 835 329 843

EASTBANK CENTRE – EXHIBITION FOYER APPLICATION 2015

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insurance cover is provided by Shepparton Art Museum or Eastbank Centre management. 2D artworks that can be hung on the wall are able to be displayed. 3D works may only be exhibited with approval from Eastbank Centre management. Secure cabinets are available to showcase 3D works. Works that are wet will not be accepted. Exhibitions must not impede pathways of travel and exits, and public safety is top priority. Exhibitions requiring any electrical connections will only be installed where testing and certification has been pre-arranged and where approval is granted by Eastbank Centre Management. Exhibitors are responsible for the transportation of works. Hanging is done by Art Museum Staff unless prior arrangement is made in writing with the Director, Shepparton Art Museum. All work is to be framed for easy hanging and have appropriate attachment points – please see diagram below for instructions. All hanging must be from the hanging track provided (no nails, Velcro or tape to be used on the walls). No early removal of exhibition items is permitted.

Exhibition openings and functions • Exhibitors are permitted to hold opening events by arrangement with Shepparton Art Museum and with approval from Eastbank Centre management. • The operations of the Eastbank Centre have priority over the needs of exhibitors. The space will not always be available. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to liaise with SAM staff about the possibility of dates and times. No event will take place without prior approval from Eastbank Centre management. • After hours openings incur a cost payable by the exhibitor for venue staffing and cleaning. • Any cost of catering for functions is the responsibility of the exhibitor. Catering must be pre-arranged with Eastbank Centre management. Eastbank Food has exclusive rights to catering in the Eastbank Centre. Media and publicity • Exhibitors are responsible for their own publicity. All costs relating to publicity, production of invitations, associated functions including catering is the responsibility of the exhibitor. All publicity material must be pre-approved by Director, Shepparton Art Museum and any media events are subject to approval from Eastbank Centre management. • Promotional or accompanying material for the exhibition must be approved by Director, Shepparton Art Museum, and may be included in the space. Sale of Works • Works can be for sale. Artworks sold incur a 20% commission if administered by SAM. • Exhibitors wishing to sell artworks are to fill out the supplier registration form prior to the exhibition or supply contact details for direct sales. Shepparton Art Museum Postal Address: Locked Bag 1000, Shepparton 3632 Street Address: Eastbank Centre, Welsford Street, Shepparton Ph: +61 (03) 5832 9861 Fax + 61 (03) 5831 8480 Email: [email protected] ABN 59 835 329 843

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No prices can be displayed beside the artworks. A price list will be available near the exhibition. GST responsibilities must be determined prior to sale. Information for the price list must be provided to the Shepparton Art Museum at least two weeks prior to the opening date of the exhibition.

Appropriate Framing / Attachment devices

 Wire needs to be at this level to help balance work from wall. ¼ down or 10 cm from the top of artwork.  Wire needs to be taut  Screws can be used providing wire is attached Alternatively instead of screws D/rings can be used, as illustrated here.

Shepparton Art Museum Postal Address: Locked Bag 1000, Shepparton 3632 Street Address: Eastbank Centre, Welsford Street, Shepparton Ph: +61 (03) 5832 9861 Fax + 61 (03) 5831 8480 Email: [email protected] ABN 59 835 329 843

EASTBANK CENTRE – EXHIBITION FOYER APPLICATION 2015

EXHIBITION FOYER APPLICATION FORM 1. APPLICANT Name of exhibitor/s Contact person Position Postal address Phone Mobile Email 2. EXHIBITION Exhibition title Summary of exhibition (please attach separate document if needed.) Approximate number of works Media of works (ie painting, drawing, ceramic etc) Size of works Images (Please provide 3–5 images of works proposed for display) Preferred dates I / we have read the Exhibition Foyer Conditions of Use and understand and accept the conditions of exhibiting in the Eastbank Centre. Name Signature Date

Please return this form to Anna Briers – Senior Curator at Shepparton Art Museum [email protected]

Shepparton Art Museum Postal Address: Locked Bag 1000, Shepparton 3632 Street Address: Eastbank Centre, Welsford Street, Shepparton Ph: +61 (03) 5832 9861 Fax + 61 (03) 5831 8480 Email: [email protected] ABN 59 835 329 843

EASTBANK CENTRE – EXHIBITION FOYER APPLICATION 2015

LIST OF WORKS TEMPLATE

Artist

Title

Year Medium

Dimensions(cm)

Price (before 20% commission)

GST y/n

Please return this completed list of works via email two weeks before the opening date of your exhibition to Anna Briers – Senior Curator at Shepparton Art Museum [email protected] Shepparton Art Museum Postal Address: Locked Bag 1000, Shepparton 3632 Street Address: Eastbank Centre, Welsford Street, Shepparton Ph: +61 (03) 5832 9861 Fax + 61 (03) 5831 8480 Email: [email protected] ABN 59 835 329 843

EASTBANK CENTRE – EXHIBITION FOYER APPLICATION 2015

OFFICE USE ONLY Application forwarded to Eastbank Centre management. Manager’s signature Date

Shepparton Art Museum Postal Address: Locked Bag 1000, Shepparton 3632 Street Address: Eastbank Centre, Welsford Street, Shepparton Ph: +61 (03) 5832 9861 Fax + 61 (03) 5831 8480 Email: [email protected] ABN 59 835 329 843