Apply for an exhibition
Call for Applications for the Exhibition Program
Counihan Gallery In Brunswick invites exhibition proposals from artists and curators for 2013.
The Gallery welcomes innovative ideas and critical approaches to contemporary arts practice.
For downloadable information packs, see below.
Applications close: Friday 27 July 2012.
General information regarding the application process
Initial enquiries about the Gallery and your proposal can be made to the Gallery on 9389 8622, or by emailing Counihan Gallery In Brunswick.
Applicants can apply to hire the whole Gallery in 2 separate parts: Gallery 1 (front gallery plus glass installation space) or Gallery 2 (rear exhibition space). Exhibitions usually run for a total of three and a half weeks and are open from Wednesday to Sunday.
Please note that applying for an exhibition at the Counihan Gallery does not guarantee that your proposal will be accepted. The application process is a competitive one and involves a selection procedure.
Hire fees for the Counihan Gallery In Brunswick in 2013
- Whole Gallery (Gallery 1 and 2) $1,990 (including GST), and
- Half Gallery (Gallery 1 or 2) $995 (including GST).
What you need to submit
- a completed exhibitor proposal form (typed preferred)
- 10 digital images of artwork on CD (Powerpoint Presentation preferred), photographs or slides. Group applications may include a maximum of 20 images
- screen-based artworks must be sumbitted as DVDs playable in a standard DVD player
- 'list of images' that states: the artist's name, title of artwork, year made, medium and dimensions to accompany the images
- a current curriculum vitae (1 page maximum), and
- additional material in the form of plans or drawings to support a written proposal.
Selection Criteria
Priority is given to proposals that:
- promote innovation, diversity and quality in visual arts practice
- demonstrate a high level of conceptual awareness
- demonstrate a high level of technical ability
- present a coherent body of work for exhibition
- present artworks in a professional manner
- present artworks that exhibit a high level of competency, and
- include images of artworks of a high standard.
Please note that exhibitors are expected to read and agree to the conditions outlined in the Exhibitor responsibilities section of the information pack when they apply.
Selection Process
Once all the exhibition proposals are submitted, they are assessed by a selection panel of the Gallery Curator, Gallery Assistant, Unit Manager of Arts and Culture and a representative approved by the Moreland Arts Board.
The selection panel make recommendations to the Director of Social Development for approval. The Moreland Arts Board is also consulted during this process. The selection panel may call upon the additional expertise of acknowledged industry professionals in assessing proposals.
Please note that appeals will not be considered as the decision of the selection panel is considered final.
