Tuesday, 17 November 2015

Online Protocal


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The Blue Oyster aims to broaden an interest in contemporary art within the local and national community, and to provide a space for dialogue around contemporary art to develop. The Trust aims to present original work that responds and works in harmony with the Blue Oyster space, locale and history.

We prioritise proposals that are speculative, and display new, innovative, experimental and non-commercial art practices. Proposals are selected on the depth and quality of the project proposed regardless of career stage or education.

Proposal
All proposals sent before the open date will not be addressed until the closing date. Senders will receive an initial confirmation, and will officially hear back on the notification date.
Keep your proposal clear, succinct and specific as possible.
Please refrain from submitting a proposal sent to another gallery or organisation.

As there are limited places available in the programme, we aren’t able to accommodate all proposals submitted, but are happy to provide feedback on proposals where possible.
Proposal must include:
1. 500 word written outline of your proposed project and how it fits into your current practice. Outlines that are self-aware, critical, well-researched and clearly written will be prioritised.
2. 4-5 Examples of your previous work, written, photographic, audio and video documentation encouraged in links to websites.
3. 1 page CV with an artist bio and contact details that explains your professional background and experience.
All proposals must be submitted by the closing deadline. Any proposals submitted after this time will not be considered. Only emailed proposals in PDF format will be accepted.

Contact Information:
Ph: 03 479 0197
Email: director@blueoyster.org.nz / admin@blueoyster.org.nz
Address: 16 Dowling St, Dunedin, 9058, New Zealand
Opening Hours:
Monday - closed
Tue/Wed/Thur/Fri - 11:00am-5:00pm
Saturday - 11:00am-3:00pm
Sunday - closed

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Proposals 201Propo3/2014
Proposal 2016

Depot Artspace is a thriving creative community in Devonport. With a clear vision, strong philosophy of inclu­siveness and a large helping of community can-do Depot Artspace offers a variety of facilities and services to support and nourish the creative spirit.

We are considering proposals for exhibitions, events and festivals in 2016. Before you complete this form, read the philosophy below and the visit Depot Artspace to meet us.

This proposal must be completed digitally. Your proposal will be considered by our gallery team. On accept­ance of your proposal you will be contacted by the Exhibitions Manager.

We look forward to reading your creative proposal.

Philosophy and History

The Depot Artspace philosophy of encouragement, support and inclusiveness has been its touchstone since 1996, the year it opened, and has been the basis on which the Depot has grown into a multi-disciplinary creative community encompassing all art forms and supporting artists at many different levels and across all generations. This philosophy is encapsulated in its circular mantra “creating an environment that encourages creating….” Over the years the Depot has been responsive to changing needs, interests, trends and opportu­nities and has developed services, activities and programmes accordingly. Classical sociologist and utopian, Lewis Mumford, in 1922 describes here the ideal society that the Depot Artspace philosophy aspires to:

“A community whose life is not irrigated by art and philosophy is a community that exists only half alive. The fundamental values of a true community are to be found in poetry, art, music and the free use of the imagination… the production of non-profit-making goods, the enjoyment of non-consum­able wealth. Here are the sustaining values of a living culture.”

 
First Name:
Last Name:
Street Address:
Suburb:
City:
Post Code:
Home Phone:
Mobile:
Email Address:
Title of Exhibition:
Solo Show or Group Show:
Preferred Dates (2 – 3 weeks long):

Gallery:

 
Spaces Available/Rental Costs

Main Gallery
$575 (including GST) per week plus $100 refundable bond refundable on conclusion of exhibition.  Student rate: $500 (including GST).

Main Gallery Shared/Split 
$280 (including GST) per week plus $50 refundable bond refundable on conclusion of exhibition. This allows artists to share the Main Gallery and exhibit together or divide the space into two. Student rate: $260 (including GST).

Small Dog Gallery
$260 (including GST) per week plus $50 refundable bond refundable on conclusion of exhibition. This space is a blend of curated and member exhibitions but is also available for solo and small group exhibitions, performance, video and installation. This gallery has a street front advantage and is ideal for a variety of exhibitions. Student rate: $230 (including GST).

Verge Gallery
$50 (including GST) per week. This space links the galleries and Depot Sound Recording Studio facilities. It's a great opportunity for artists to exhibit their work for minimal gallery rental, ideal for small solo exhibitions.

Sales and Commission
A commission of 30% + GST (4.5%) will be charged on all exhibited works sold in the galleries.

Depot Artspace reserves the right to vary the prices and conditions of this proposal as may be required from time to time in order to balance changing funding levels and costs to operate the facility.

Depot Artspace Membership Fees

All exhibitors at Depot Artspace Galleries must be members of Depot Artspace. Note: If you propose a group exhibition/event, all people involved are required to become Depot members.  Membership is per annum.

$30 Individual     $40 Organisation    $40 Family    $35 International     $10 Youth (under 20)

 
Your Proposal

1. What are you proposing? Is it an exhibition, and installation, a project, a performance, an event, series of events or is it a festival?

It can be a great idea to align your event/exhibition to existing festivals such as the Auckland Photography Festival or Matariki celebrations. You could even start your own festival and encourage others to take part.

2. What is your artist/exhibition/event statement?

In 150 – 200 words please tell us in third person about your exhibition /performance/event. This will be used for promotional purposes. Your own quotes can be in first person.

3. Please include your artists CV or biography.

This includes a brief personal background, any tertiary education and/or your exhibition history

4. What could you offer or suggest to engage and build your audience? Are you committed to spending some time in the gallery with your exhibition? (including Sundays and public holidays which are part of this agreement.)

Some examples are artists’ talks, workshops or other complementary community events. Audiences like to meet artists/curators. To engage visitors it is recommended that artists spend time in the space to meet the visitors and discuss their work/practice.

5. What are your ideas for promotion before and during your event/exhibition/festival?
Promotion is a very important part of your exhibition. Depot Artspace has a mailing list of over 2000 subscribers. Your exhibition will be promoted through our monthly e-newsletter and in the Loud Magazine which is published and printed every 3 months and distributed to Depot Artspace Members. Selected articles may be included in The Flagstaff, Channel Magazine, and local newspapers. We will also promote your show on the Depot Artspace website, The Big Idea, Eventfinder, Artsdiary www.artsdiary.co.nz, Who Arted? A feature on 95bFM’s Morning Glory, Facebook and twitter, and listings in Art News, Artists Alliance and The NZ Herald.

Please explain how you plan to promote your show? How will you use the internet to promote your show? Do you have your own website? Will you use Face­book, Twitter and other social media websites?

6. Supporting Documents:

Please email a selection of high resolution images of your work. Please choose one image as your preferred image for promotional purposes. (This can be changed later if needed). Please email all supporting informa­tion, images and video links to chris.cudby@depotartspace.co.nz

7. How did you find out Depot Artspace and why did you decide to exhibit here? 
Questions?
If you have any questions about this form please contact the Exhibitions and Promotions Manager Chris Cudby.

Please return this form to Chris Cudby

Depot Artspace Exhibitions and Promotions Manager Chris Cudby


Thank you

Personal Details


Proposals 201Propo3/2014

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