Exhibition Space:

The Orléans library is a large one-story freestanding building that is fully accessible. The Arteast member exhibition space is located on the rear and side walls of the library and can accommodate approximately 24 works.

Each group exhibit runs for two months with changeover occurring on the first Tuesday of every second month between 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.  Please ensure that you or a delegate are available to drop your works off during this time frame. See the Exhibition Schedule below for exact dates.  There is no limit to the number of times per year that each artist may participate.

Exhibitions will showcase approximately 6 artists.  Each artist may hang two to four artworks.

HANGING ARTWORK:

All artworks must adhere to Arteast Ottawa’s Hanging Guidelines.  Please refer to our Hanging Guidelines here.

On the changeover date the Orléans library hanging team will receive the art and ensure that each piece is properly labeled and documented with the name of the artist, title, medium, contact details, sale price (if applicable), and that hanging hardware requirements are met.  The Arteast Orléans Library team reserve the right to reject pieces because of technical or space reasons.  A reminder that the library is a family oriented environment.  The subject matter of all exhibited art should reflect this.

Wall Cards

Wall cards must accompany each artwork in the exhibition.  Please complete and print the wall card template found here and bring it with you on the installation day.  We will provide the adhesive tack.

To use the wall card template:

• Click on this link to download and save the PDF fillable form to your device or computer.
• Open the file using the most current version of Acrobat Reader.
• You can navigate your way through the fields by tabbing or use your mouse to click in the fields.
• Fields are formatted to ensure we represent Arteast and our member’s work in a professional manner at all exhibitions.
• Once you have entered your information save your template.
• Print your labels on white paper, each label 3″ x 4″ in size. Bring them with you to your exhibition. (Note: the blue fillable form field indicator will not show when you print your labels)

The wall card template is compatible with Avery 5392 labels which can be purchased from office supply retailers.  If you need assistance with your wall card template contact the web administrators.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR AN EXHIBITion SPACE:

Members will be notified of exhibit opportunities in a Call for Artists communicated through the Digest.  Each exhibition will have its own Call for Artists approximately four weeks prior to the changeover dates.  Artists can respond to this call by registering online (see the schedule below for each exhibition’s registration button).  The exhibition will normally change every two months.

Note:  When you register, you must have all the details of your artworks (dimensions, price if applicable, title, medium) ready and be prepared to upload two images in order to submit your registration form. Please ensure that your images meet Arteast Ottawa’s Image Guidelines.

You will receive a confirmation of registration email upon successful submission of your registration form.  Please check your spam or promotions folder if you do not see the confirmation email in your inbox.  It is important to read your confirmation email carefully because it will outline additional details for your exhibition.

ACCEPTANCE OF EXHIBITion RULES:

All artwork must comply with Arteast Ottawa’s Exhibition Rules and Hanging Guidelines otherwise it will not be exhibited.

Members must be committed to leaving their artwork on exhibition for the duration of the exhibition period unless special arrangements have been made with the Coordinators.

Arteast Ottawa will collect a 15% commission from all artwork sold during an exhibition.

Neither Arteast Ottawa nor the City of Ottawa are responsible for lost or damaged artwork.

To download the Exhibition Rules (PDF) please click here.

The Orléans Library Team:

If you have any questions about the exhibitions at the Orléans Library, please contact the Orléans Library team here.

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