Sublime Corpus
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
● Entries Close: Friday 26 th September, 2025.
● Artwork Drop-off: Saturday 27 th September and Sunday 28th September, 2025,
between 11 AM and 4 PM.
● A completed Entry Form and payment of entry fees are required by Saturday, 27 th
September, 2025, at midnight (11:59 PM).
● Submissions are open to artists of all experience levels.
● All entries will be exhibited during the Street Scene Exhibition from 3rd October to
12th October, 2025.
● Fitzroy Public Gallery reserves the right to cancel entries or exclude works that
violate the Terms and Conditions.
OPENING CELEBRATION EVENT
● Opening Night: Friday, October 3rd, 2025, from 6–9 PM.
● Artists and the public are warmly invited to attend and enjoy a banquet of artworks on
display.
Restrictions:
● All artworks must measure 100cm or smaller on any side, including frames and
mounting.
● Artworks must comply with copyright and licensing laws. The artist guarantees their
work is original and does not violate third-party rights.
● The gallery reserves the right to decline any work deemed offensive, pornographic,
defamatory, or racist.
● AI-generated imagery is not permitted.
● Artworks created with hazardous materials or posing a risk to staff or patrons will not
be accepted.
● For collaborative works, artists must ensure contributors are credited appropriately
and in accordance with industry standards.
Entry and Fees:
● $35 per artwork .
● Artists may submit a maximum of 10 works.
● Entry fees are non-refundable.
Artwork Dropoff.
● All artworks must be personally delivered to:
Fitzroy Public Gallery, Level 2, 125 Smith St, Fitzroy
● Delivery Dates: Sunday 28th and Monday 29 th August, 2025, between 11 AM and 4
PM.
● If you cannot deliver your artwork on the specified days, you may nominate a proxy
to drop it off on your behalf. Email fitzroypublic@gmail.com to confirm.
● Artworks not delivered by these dates will be excluded from the exhibition, and entry
fees will not be refunded.
● Labels must be securely attached to or written on the back of each artwork.
● Each piece must be clearly labelled with the following information:
o Artist Name
o Artwork Title
● Packaging will not be stored at the gallery. Artists are responsible for bringing
suitable packaging to transport their works during collection.
MISSED DROP-OFF DATES
● Late entries will not be accepted, and exhibition fees are non-refundable.
ARTWORK SPECIFICATIONS
● All artworks must measure 100cm or smaller on any side, including frames and
mounting.
● Artworks are measured by Height (H) x Width (W) x Depth (D).
● Accepted Mediums: Both 2D (e.g., paintings, drawings, photography) and 3D (e.g.,
sculptures displayed on plinths) artworks are welcome.
● Artists are responsible for ensuring their work complies with size restrictions.
Oversized artworks will be disqualified, and fees will not be refunded.
FRAMING REQUIREMENTS
● Paper works must be framed
● Framed works must include hanging mechanisms such as wires, d-rings, or sawtooth
hangers.
● Frames must meet the size restriction of 100cm on all sides.
MULTIPLE WORKS (DIPTYCHS/TRIPTYCHS)
● Diptychs or triptychs can be submitted as a single work if approved by the gallery and
if the combined size remains under 100cm.
● All components must share one title, one price, and will not be labelled or sold
separately.
"READY TO HANG" REQUIREMENTS
● Artworks must arrive at the gallery ready for immediate installation. This includes:
● Canvases with stretcher bars.
● Paper works that have been framed.
● Frames with secure hanging mechanisms (wires, d-rings, sawtooth hangers).
● Sculpture that can stand alone on a shelf or plinth without additional support.
UNACCEPTABLE WORKS
Artworks deemed not “ready to hang” will not be exhibited. This includes:
● Frames or hanging mechanisms unsuitable for the exhibition duration.
● Wet paintings on drop-off days.
● Unframed paper works.
● Artworks reliant on unsuitable adhesives (e.g., double-sided tape).
POWERED ARTWORKS
● Powered works will be accepted at the gallery’s discretion.
● The gallery is not responsible for maintaining batteries, LED bulbs, or other power
components.
● Artworks requiring power must use tested and tagged cords.
EXHIBITION DISPLAY
● Each piece will be displayed with a label including the artist’s name, artwork title, and
medium.
● The gallery has full discretion over curatorial decisions.
● While reasonable requests will be considered, specific curatorial requirements cannot
be guaranteed.
● Multiple artworks from the same artist may not be displayed together; placement will
be determined within the broader exhibition.
LABELLING REQUIREMENTS
● Each piece must be labelled with:
1. Artist’s Name
2. Artwork Title
● Labels must be securely attached or written on the back of the artwork for
identification.
● Unlabelled works may be excluded at the gallery’s discretion, and fees will not be
refunded.
COLLECTION OF WORKS
● Unsold artworks must be collected in person from the Fitzroy Public Gallery on:
o Sunday, October 12th, 2025 between 4 PM and 6 PM.
o Monday, October 13th, 2025, between 12PM and 7 PM.
There is limited space at the gallery and we have limited time to facilitate pickup so
please make sure you can collect during these times.
● Proxy Collection: If someone else is collecting on your behalf, email their name in
advance. The proxy must present ID.
● Packaging will not be retained by the gallery; artists must bring appropriate materials
for transport during collection.
● Unclaimed artworks will be considered abandoned and disposed of at the gallery’s
discretion.
ARTWORK SALES
● A 25% gallery commission applies to all artwork sales, inclusive of GST where
applicable.
● Artists will be informed whenever their work is sold.
● Upon a sale, artists will be asked to confirm the bank account details provided in their
entry form. It is the artist's responsibility to ensure these details are accurate.
● Artist settlements will be processed and finalized within 30 days after the exhibition
closes.
● Due to the high number of entries, online catalogues will not be available for this
showcase.
ARTWORK SALES INFORMATION
● Artists may choose to make their artworks available for sale or mark them as "Not
For Sale" during entry.
● Sale prices must be provided in the entry form at the time of submission.
● All pieces will be available for public viewing during the exhibition dates and by
appointment at the gallery's discretion.
● Due to the volume of submissions, artworks will not be displayed in an online
catalogue.
● Fitzroy Public Gallery retains a 25% commission on all sales.
ARTWORK DAMAGE AND INSURANCE
● While Fitzroy Public Gallery follows industry best practices to ensure the safety of
artworks, it assumes no responsibility for theft, loss, or damage.
● Artists concerned about the security of their works are encouraged to arrange their
own insurance coverage.
COMPLIANCE WITH TERMS AND CONDITIONS
● Failure to comply with any of the stated Terms and Conditions will result in
disqualification of the artist or exclusion of their artwork from the exhibition.
● Entry fees are non-refundable.
● The gallery reserves the right to disqualify entries or reject artworks found to be in
violation of these terms.
INFORMATION USAGE
● The details provided in your entry form ensure the accuracy of all information related
to your artwork.
● This information will be used exclusively by Fitzroy Public Gallery staff for the
purposes of the exhibition.
● Your bank details will only be utilized for processing payments in the event of an
artwork sale. No information will be shared with third parties.
AMENDING SUBMITTED INFORMATION
● Please ensure all information is accurate before submitting your entry form.
● If changes are necessary, contact us via email at FitzroyPublic@gmail.com.
FINDING IMPORTANT DATES
● Dates and details are emailed upon application.
● Additional reminders will be sent ahead of artwork drop-off and collection.
● Check your email spam/junk folder to ensure receipt of correspondence.
RESPONSIBILITY
· It is the artist’s responsibility to track dates. The gallery is not liable for missed deadlines or
dates.
