APPLICATIONS DUE FRIDAY 26TH APRIL 2013
TO EXHIBIT MID-LATE 2013 / EARLY 2014
c3 APPLICATION KIT 2013
c3 is a hybrid gallery that incorporates elements of traditional publicly funded galleries and that of an artist-run model. It presents the large-scale access outcomes offered by public and institutional galleries, yet remains firmly anchored within a community based, artist-run philosophy.
c3 operates three main exhibition galleries that
comprise of six individual rooms. The curatorial vision encompasses a wide
range of art forms, including contemporary and experimental art, design, web
based art, architecture, craft, fashion, community-based projects and
performance/sound works. c3 supports projects that demonstrate new and
innovative approaches towards the production of art and ideas.
Risk and experimentation are encouraged.
A core practice of c3 is the development of
professional practice skills for artists. A comprehensive hands-on approach is
taken to assist artists in the realisation of quality exhibition outcomes and
maturation of individual practice particularly in terms of curatorial
refinement, and professional and ethical conduct.
c3 forms a key element of the Abbotsford Convent
Foundation’s vision to be a unique
arts, culture and learning project that fosters and connects
artistic, community, heritage and visitor experiences. The gallery brings
contemporary art to a large and varied audience with visitor numbers averaging
up to 4000 visitors per exhibition.
The Abbotsford Convent Foundation has committed
considerable resources with a view to ongoing long-term support of c3.
Gallery 1 consists
of 4 individual rooms that can be approached as singular galleries, or as one
large space for ambitious projects and group shows.
The foyer is a light filled space that has one hanging
wall and ample floor space. Space A and B suit small to medium projects in a
wide variety of formats and the Project Room is well suited to small, intimate
projects and AV work.
Gallery 2 is a large,
versatile and flexible space that can accommodate a wide variety of outcomes.
Large-scale sculpture, installation practice, 2D work (large or small)
immersive AV work or exhibitions that needs a large area with room to breathe.
Gallery 3 is the
same floor space as Gallery 2 but with a different wall configuration that
encourages a number of architectural zones within the space.
The c3 committee assesses all applications and makes
its determinations based on originality of the proposed exhibition, quality of
previous work, benefit to the audience and artist, experience and ability to
deliver the proposed exhibition and political, social and environmental
relevance to the site.
HOW TO APPLY
All applications to
exhibit are considered by the c3 curatorial committee.
Proposals should
provide a clear vision of the exhibition outcome through text and images. Your
submission should inform the curatorial committee of what will appear in the
gallery, whether the application includes finished works or work in
development.
Proposals are
welcomed for individual spaces or for projects that span multiple galleries.
Please feel free to discuss your application with the director if you wish to
use more than one space.
Applications must be submitted in the form
of a typed 3 page, A4 document.
Make sure that it is clear, concise and
brief.
c3 accepts proposals from all creative practitioners, working in any medium,
but it is important that you are familiar with the curatorial vision and the
physical spaces of the gallery before applying.
WHAT TO INCLUDE
Page one (one A4 page)
Main contact details including name, phone
numbers, address and email.
Project Title.
Preferred gallery space and dates.
A list of artists if you are applying for a
group exhibition.
Page
two (one A4 page)
A clear description of the project and its
concepts and aims.
A description of what will be exhibited in
the space and how it will be displayed.
A brief outline of your creative practice and
how it relates to your proposal.
Any technical requirements.
Page
three (one A4 page)
Support material list including materials,
sizes and dates.
Indicate whether the images are of the
completed work, ready to be exhibited, developmental concepts or examples of
previous work.
Support
material
Please note that digital images and digital
video are the preferred medium.
Supply your support materials on either
CD/DVD disc or USB stick.
It is important that the material submitted
relates directly to your proposal, either in form or concept.
Images:
A maximum of 30 images for a solo show and 50
images for a group show. JPEG format, 300dpi, no larger than 5MB each
when compressed.
Audio visual:
DVD, audio CD, MPEG, MOV or AVI are the
preferred digital formats.
Web:
For web based projects or for examples or
your work, please supply URL
If you need advice on generating digital
images, please contact us.
Please label your support material clearly.
Include a stamped, self-addressed envelope if
you require your support material to be returned
Exhibition
fees:
Gallery 1
Foyer Space
$375 + gst
$375 + gst
Space A
$675 + gst
$675 + gst
Space B
$775 + gst
$775 + gst
Project room
$475 + gst
$475 + gst
Gallery 2
$875 + gst
$875 + gst
Gallery 3
$875 + gst
$875 + gst
Included in the costs are:
- 3 week exhibition and 1 week in total for install / de-install
- Curatorial development and assistance
- Design and printing of invitations and mail out to media,
galleries, curators and institutions
- Email-out to 4500+ electronic database
- Gallery guide listing in Artguide Australia
- Opening, including drinks
- Staffing of the gallery during weekdays, including the
facilitation of sales
- Inclusion in the c3 archive
- Information panels in each gallery
Artists are responsible for:
- Personal mail-out
- Installation and de-installation of the work (contract staff
available for $30 p/h)
- Sitting of the exhibition on weekends (alongside other exhibitors)
- Return of the gallery to its original condition
- Insurance of work
Please note:
c3 is a non-profit, non-commercial gallery. All
revenue raised from the exhibition fees goes directly to the day to day running
of the gallery.
We do not take any commission on sale of
work, however we fully support the idea of a sustainable arts practice and,
where possible, will facilitate sales between the artist and buyer in a
discreet manner.
c3 accepts proposals from local, interstate and
overseas artists, curators, arts collectives, organisations and festivals. Practitioners in any field of creative
endeavor are eligible to exhibit, including (but not limited to) visual and
audiovisual arts, new media, design, craft, fashion, sound art, performance and
architecture.
c3 aims to present a calendar of events that
offers a balance of young, emerging and established artists as well as a
diversity of age, gender and culture.
Applications to
exhibit can be for solo shows or curated group shows.
Proposals can be mailed or hand delivered to the main Convent office at:
Providence Building. 1 St Heliers Street,
Abbotsford, Victoria, 3067, Australia.
You can hand delivered your proposal to the
gallery during exhibition periods.
c3 does not accept
emailed applications.
