Callanwolde Gallery Artwork Submission Guidelines:
· All works must be original. No reproductions or giclee prints (framed original photographs, woodcuts, etching, works of other printmaking mediums are allowed)
· Individual works must not exceed 30 pounds.
· All works must be delivered ready to hang using our Walker Hanging System, or ready to rest firmly on a pedestal (ceramics, jewelry, textiles, sculpture, etc)
· Work that requires special installation instructions may not be accepted. Artists are not allowed to put nails, screws, or other hardware into the walls or ceilings. We are open to your installation instructions on a case-by-case basis, but cannot guarantee accommodation due to the nature of the gallery walls.
· Textile works may be displayed on pedestals or hung on our Walker hanging systems using fishing line, string, etc.
· No adhesives can be attached to the walls except for the small vinyl labels we use to identify each piece. No command strips, no double-sided tape, no Velcro, nothing.
· All works on paper must be framed under glass or acrylic. All frames MUST have taught wire on the back for hanging. Sawtooth hangers are not compatible with the Walker system.
· Stretched canvas works do not have to be framed if they use heavy stretcher bars and there are no staples or tacks showing. They must have wire on the back and finished edges are strongly encouraged.
· Video works can be shown on monitors/TVs if the artist provides all equipment and is responsible for their own insurance.
· Display easels and panels are not permitted.
· Gallery Staff/Jurors will curate the placement of works for group shows.
· FINAL SELECTION AND PLACEMENT OF WORKS TO BE EXHIBITED RESTS WITH THE GALLERY TEAM.
· All art must be “family friendly”; no explicit violence or depictions of sexual acts is allowed. Callanwolde has the right to refuse any art deemed inappropriate for display due to content or condition.
· Artists are responsible for their own insurance during transit. Neither Callanwolde Fine Arts Center nor Curator Guylaine Conquet will be held liable for damages to works.
· Callanwolde retains a 30% commission on all works sold. 5% of the sale price will be paid to the Curator. The remaining 65% of the sale will be paid out to artist. Works must remain on display until the end of the exhibition unless discussed and agreed upon with the CFAC Gallery Director. . Artist will be paid for any/all sales within 3 weeks of the end of the show.
If you are unsure if your piece fits the above criteria, or you would like to discuss special installation procedures for a specific piece, please email Adam at Gallery@callanwolde.org
Shipped works must be received by the Delivery Dates. Return Packaging and pre-printed shipping label must be included. Artists are responsible for insurance during transit. Callanwolde is not responsible for damage that occurs during the shipping process. If you plan on Shipping works, you must email gallery@callanwolde.org indicating that this is the plan, and wait for confirmation.
By submitting images, you consent to their use in Callanwolde digital and physical media including social media, brochures, event pages and our website. If you do not consent to your images being used, please note that on the submission form.
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