Requirements:

• Works must be an original work of the exhibiting artist.

• Artwork must be new to RCAS and not previously exhibited in any of our shows.

• All artwork must be accompanied by an accurately completed entry form and with the correct entry fee which may be paid direct to RCAS Bank account or cash to a member of the management team.

• Artist will be asked to consent to the use of images of their artwork in RCAS promotional materials, including the website or social media. Unless written notifice is provided to opt out, consent will be assumed by default.

• Work must be delivered to the RCAS gallery at least seven days prior to the exhibition opening. Late entries will only be accepted at the discretion of the Gallery Coordinator.

• The gallery coordinator has the right to accept or deny entry to any works based on the above criteria or for any other reason at their sole discretion.

  Drawings, two-dimensional works and Paintings using various media.

• Painted surfaces must be completely dry.

• Loose surfaces such as Charcoal, Pastel or chalk should be protected by an appropriate fixative and ideally mounted in a frame behind Perspex or Glass.

• Framed artwork must be properly mounted and backed with paper or board.

  • An adhesive label with the artist’s name, the name of the artwork, the media and the price, if for sale, must be correctly identified.

  • D-Rings of the appropriate size must be fixed for hanging purposes. Wire or a strong string to be attached between each D-Ring. The gallery will perform this task for you at a cost of $5 per artwork.

    Instructions for fixing D rings:

    • Measure a point to the apex of the D-Ring.

    • For large D-Rings 70mm

    • For small D-Rings 40mm

    • Ensure the D-Rings are firmly fixed in place with screws.

    • Drill a pilot hole in the frame at the marked position to avoid splitting the frame.  

  Three-Dimensional Works; Sculptures, Ceramics, Various hanging installations etc.

• Artworks must be of a reasonable size. Maximum 920mm x 1220 mm. Any submitted artwork larger than the above will be only accepted at the discretion of the gallery coordinator.

• A stable support base should be provided if appropriate.

• The artist maybe required to install their artwork under the supervision of the Gallery Coordinator.

• The gallery staff may decline to help with moving or lifting heavy pieces of artwork.

  Disclaimer

• All artwork is exhibited at the owners own risk. RCAS will take reasonable care to ensure the safety of all artwork exhibited in RCAS gallery or stored on the property.

• No responsibility will be accepted for accidental damage or theft of artwork held on the RCAS property.