small works art prize 2025
important information

Please find below important information for all artists taking part in this year's Small Works Art Prize.

Important Dates +

DEADLINE TO ENTER:

SUNDAY 17 NOVEMBER, MIDNIGHT (11:59PM).

Entries Open: Monday 7 October 11AM.

Entries Close: Sunday 17 November, 11:59PM.

EXHIBITION

Exhibition dates: 5–18 January 2025.

Exhibition hours: Tuesday–Saturday 10AM-5PM, Sunday 11AM–4PM.

Celebration Event: Friday 10 January 6–9PM.

Prizes announced: Friday 10 January 6PM (online).

DELIVERY OF WORK

Artwork drop offs: Saturday 21 December 10AM–6PM and Sunday 22 December, 11AM–4PM.
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COLLECTION OF WORK

Artwork collections: Sunday 19 January 11AM–4PM and Monday 20 January, 10AM–6PM.

How to Enter & Entry Fee + Terms & Conditions +

IMPORTANT DATES

Entries Open: Monday 7 October 11AM.

Entries Close: Sunday 17 November, 11:59PM.

Artwork drop offs: Saturday 21 December 10AM–6PM and Sunday 22 December, 11AM–4PM.

Exhibition dates: 5–18 January 2025.

Exhibition hours: Tuesday–Saturday 10AM-5PM, Sunday 11AM–4PM.

Celebration Event: Friday 10 January 6–9PM.

Artwork collections: Sunday 19 January 11AM–4PM and Monday 20 January, 10AM–6PM.

PRIZES

Over $14,000 in prizes including:

First Prize: $5,000 Cash Prize (non-acquisitive).

Second Prize: $1000 Cash Prize (non-acquisitive).

BSG Prize: Solo Exhibition Prize, selected by Brunswick Street Gallery, valued at $2000.

Works on Paper Prize: Supported by Melbourne Etching Supplies (M.E.S), voucher valued at $1000.

Honourable Mention: Supported by Art Guide, Half-page ad in print issue of Art Guide, valued at $785.

Honourable Mention: Supported by Frame of Mind, voucher for framing services valued at $300.

Object Prize: 1 year Makers Membership from Craft Victoria, valued at $150.

People’s Choice Award

Plus more to be announced!

JUDGING

Artworks will be assessed by one or more of the following criteria:

Evidence of exceptional technical skill.
Aesthetically outstanding.
Clear, concise concept.
Innovative approach to your chosen medium.

The decision of the judges is final.

The Judging Panel consists of an esteemed industry GUEST JUDGE, supported by the Brunswick Street Gallery's in-house curatorial team, and gallery director, Sean Smith. Sean Smith has been working in the arts industry for over twenty years and has managed not-for-profit art organisations, remote Indigenous art centres, and currently Brunswick Street Gallery since 2017. He will be assisted by the Gallery and Exhibitions Managers.

GALLERY

Brunswick Street Gallery

Level 1 and 2, 322 Brunswick Street, Wurundjeri Country, Fitzroy VIC 3065.

APPLICATION CONDITIONS

To enter, an Entry Form must be submitted online by: SUNDAY 17 NOVEMBER (11:59PM).

Entry fees must be paid online by Sunday 17 November.

All entries will be exhibited during the Small Works Art Prize exhibition from 5–18 January 2025.

Entries from all levels of experience are welcome.

Artists must be aged 16 years and older.

Maximum of ten (10) artworks per entrant.

Entries are accepted from artists based in Australia and internationally.

It is the artist's responsibility to ensure their artwork does not infringe on copyright. Copyright or licensing of each artwork must belong to the artist.

Under the above clause, Brunswick Street Gallery will not accept any AI-generated imagery.

Brunswick Street Gallery will not accept content that is obscene in any way, pornographic, indecent, harmful, inflammatory, defamatory or racist to any person or group of people.

Brunswick Street Gallery will not accept artworks that may cause injury or harm to staff or patrons, including those created with hazardous materials, or bio-hazardous materials. We reserve the right to determine the eligibility of artwork once confirmation of production has been sought with the artist.

Brunswick Street Gallery reserves the right to cancel any entries or not display work that is in breach of any of the Terms and Conditions.

ENTRY AND ENTRY FORM

To enter you must fill out our online ENTRY FORM

Entry Fee is $55 per artwork (Max 10 works accepted per entrant).

All entries exhibited from 5–18 January 2025.

Entry fees are non-refundable.

DELIVERY OF ARTWORK IN PERSON

Delivering in person:

SATURDAY 21 DECEMBER 10AM–6PM & SUNDAY 22 DECEMBER BETWEEN 11AM–4PM ONLY

Due to storage limitations, artwork will NOT be received via in person drop off before 21 December.

Each artwork must be clearly labelled with the (1) ARTIST NAME (2) ARTWORK TITLE. This label must be securely attached to or written on the back of each artwork submitted.

If artwork is not delivered by these dates, it will not be included in the exhibition and fees will not be refunded.

DELIVERY OF ARTWORK BY POST

Delivering by post/courier: 9–20 December 2024.

Delivery address: Art Prize Team, Level 1, 322 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, Wurundjeri Country, VIC 3065 Australia.

Delivery costs are at the expense of the artist.

Packaging will not be stored by the gallery for artists dropping off works in person. Artists are responsible for bringing the appropriate packaging for transport of works upon collection.

Package being delivered by post/courier must be clearly labelled on the outside of the packaging in order to identify the sender/artist upon arrival. This same packaging will be used to return the artwork if return postage is required.

ARTWORK SPECIFICATIONS

All artwork mediums, 2-Dimensional (wall based, such as painting, drawing, photography) and 3-Dimensional (plinth based such as sculpture of any medium) are accepted.

ALL ARTWORKS MUST MEASURE 35x35x35CM (HxWxD) OR LESS ON ANY AND ALL SIDES, INCLUDING FRAMES AND DISPLAY APPARATUS.

CANVAS ALLOWANCE: The ONLY exception to the 35cm size limit is a 14 INCH industry standard canvas (measuring at 35.5cm) which must be presented UNFRAMED and no larger than 14 INCH ON ANY SIDE.

Artworks (including display apparatus) measuring over 35cm, excluding the above exception, will not be included.

If your work is framed and the frame measures over 35cm on ANY side it will be ineligible for inclusion.

It is the artist’s responsibility to ensure their artwork measures within the allowed size range. If an artwork is oversized it will be deemed as ineligible for inclusion the entry fee will not be refunded.

“READY TO HANG”–DISPLAY AND HANGING ARTWORKS

All framed artworks must be wired (picture hanging wire) or have d-rings attached for hanging. Canvases may be hung off their stretcher frames.

All artwork must arrive at the gallery ready to hang. Please see the Artwork Guide or email team@brunswickstreetgallery.com.au if unsure.

Artwork Guide link:

Works on canvas will be hung via their stretcher frames where appropriate.

All unframed works on paper will be pinned through unless otherwise supplied with tabs for hanging.

If magnets are required they must be supplied by the artist.

If your work does not have a sufficient hanging mechanism on the back that will hold the work up for the duration of the exhibition the work will not be hung and you will not be refunded your entry fee.

CURATION AND EXHIBITION DISPLAY

The gallery has the final say in all curatorial decisions.

Specific placement requests will not be accepted, unless in the event of a diptych/triptych where the artwork is in a set order.

Artists submitting multiple artworks will not be guaranteed display of all artworks together and they will be curated amongst the wider collection at the discretion of the gallery.

The gallery will not suspend any artworks from the ceiling.

Artworks requiring a power source must be powered by a tagged & tested cord that will be plugged into a powerpoint, and will be accepted only at the gallery’s discretion. Artworks requiring repeatable power sources such as batteries, LED-bulbs, etc, will not be accepted.

Artwork statements supplied within the Entry Form are to be used for judging contention only, and will not be displayed in the exhibition.

The gallery will not display additional QR Codes with artworks.

Each artwork will be displayed to the public with the artists name, artwork title, and medium.

LABELLING OF ARTWORKS

Each artwork must be labelled with:

Artist’s name
Artwork title

The artist's name AND title of the work MUST be written or securely labelled or written on the back of the work itself for clear identification.

Unlabelled and therefore unidentifiable works will not be exhibited at discretion of gallery management, and in these cases the exhibition fee will not be refunded.

Please clearly label all postal/courier packaging with your name so we can identify it upon its arrival without unpacking it.

DIPTYCHS/TRIPTYCHS

Artists may be eligible to enter multiple works (such as a diptych or triptych) as a single work. They must first be approved by Prize staff and must adhere to the following:

All components/artworks, when installed together as a whole, measure UNDER 35x35x35cm. Any arrangements that exceed this limit will be treated as multiple works.

All components/artworks must be listed as a SINGLE work (with a single title) and will not be labelled separately.

All components/artworks must be listed as a SINGLE price and will not be sold separately.

In ANY event they do not meet these requirements the components must be entered as separate works with an artwork fee for each.

COLLECTION OF WORKS (IN PERSON BY THE ARTIST)

Artist collection in person:

11AM-4PM SUNDAY 19 JANUARY AND 10AM–6PM MONDAY 20 JANUARY.

Unsold works MUST be collected from Brunswick Street Gallery on these dates.

Packaging will not be stored by the gallery for artists dropping off works in person. Artists are responsible for bringing the appropriate packaging for transport of works upon collection.

COLLECTION OF WORKS (IN PERSON BY A NOMINATED PERSON/PROXY)

In the event you cannot collect personally, a proxy may be nominated by the artist to collect on their behalf on the above dates. Proxy’s names must be emailed to the Prize team and their matching ID must be shown to collect the artwork.

FAILURE TO COLLECT

Work not collected on the collection dates may be charged a $25 late storage fee.

Works not collected by 20 FEBRUARY 2024, without prior written arrangement, will be considered abandoned, and will be disposed.

RETURN OF WORKS BY POST OR COURIER

Artworks can be posted back to artists via post.

Postal Return process:

The Artist will submit a Post Return Request Form.
The Gallery will package the artwork for return.
The Gallery will use the packed weight and dimensions to create a shipping label, addressed to the address supplied in your Post Return Request Form.
The Artist will be invoiced for the cost of shipping.
The return will be booked upon payment of the invoice.

It is the artist's responsibility to fill out the Post Return Request Form prior to the exhibition closing date to request this service and confirm their address by Friday 17 January 2024.

Post Return Request Form link:

Brunswick Street Gallery will endeavour to reuse packaging wherever appropriate. Only clearly labelled packaging, appropriate for re-use, will be stored by Brunswick Street Gallery to return via post.

Do not include pre-paid packaging or stamps, as they will not be used. Do not pre-book couriers as we will cannot pack your work in order to meet their pick-up times.

Once the artwork is packaged at the conclusion of the exhibition, Brunswick Street Gallery will create a shipping label, and invoice for delivery back to the artist. The shipping will include insurance to the RRP value of your artworks as you had specified in your entry form. In certain circumstances, ie: if Australia Post is not available for return, we may be required to use another courier company and you will be advised of any changes.

Brunswick Street Gallery will email you an invoice to make payment for your artwork return. Return of works via post is at the artist's expense.

Upon payment of our return invoice, Brunswick Street will arrange for your artwork to be delivered back to the artist.

If the artist wishes to make their own in person or proxy collections arrangements, they must inform the gallery before exhibition's end so we can cancel their Post Return Request.

Due to the volume of works, those returned by post may take up to 30 days to be packed, labelled, and shipped.

If no request is made by the artist for post return, artworks will be treated as uncollected. You must notify Brunswick Street Gallery of your post return details by Thursday 17 January. To request for a postal return, please fill out the form in the links menu below.

NON-PAYMENT/FAILURE TO RETURN

In the event of non-payment for post return, the artist will be sent one (1) final reminder for payment.

If payment isn’t received within 7 days of the final reminder, the work will be considered abandoned and may be disposed of.

It is the artist’s responsibility to check tracking of artworks being return. Failure to collect in the event it is directed to a post depot/is not collected by the artist/is returned to the gallery, redelivery will be at the expense of the artist.

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ARTWORK SALES

30% Gallery Commission on all artwork sales applies. This includes GST where applicable.

Artists will be notified of each instance of a sale.

In the event of a sale, we will ask you to confirm the bank details supplied on your entry form, which will be used for payment of sales. It is the artist’s responsibility to ensure bank details are correct.

Artist Settlements are prepared and finalised up to 30 days after the conclusion of the showcase exhibition.

Due to the volume of artworks, online catalogues will not be available for artworks in the Art Prize. However, gallery installation images will be available for viewing during the exhibition, uploaded a few days after the opening of the Art Prize. Artists and art lovers can visit us in person or explore the exhibition online this way.

ARTWORK DAMAGE AND INSURANCE

Artworks damaged in transit to the prize will not be hung. You will be contacted with evidence of damage to claim with your postal company/courier, and a quote for its return to you can be prepared where applicable.

Artwork deemed unfit to hang as a result of damage will be returned to the artist at the artist’s cost.

While we take the utmost care of artwork, following industry best practice, Brunswick Street Gallery takes no responsibility for theft, loss or damage of artwork. It is advised that concerned artists purchase their own insurance.

COMPLIANCE WITH TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Failure to adhere to any/all of the above Terms and Conditions will render the artwork and/or artist ineligible for entry.

Any entry fee paid is non-refundable.

The gallery reserves the right to disqualify any entrant or refuse the entry of any artwork it deems in breach of the above Terms and Conditions.

Artwork sales +

All artworks entered can be made available for sale. Artists have the opportunity to set a sale price in the entry form with artwork details.

Due to the volume of work received each art prize, artworks will not be available to view online and there will be no catalogue available. All submitted artworks will be available for viewing by the public during the exhibition dates, as well as comprehensive exhibition installation images available on our website, uploaded a few days after the exhibition opening.

Brunswick Street Gallery takes a 30% commission on sales. This 30% commission includes compulsory GST.

For collectors, any artwork sale enquiries can be directed to sales@brunswickstreetgallery.com.au

FAQs +

HERE ARE SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS TO MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER

WHAT IS THE DEADLINE FOR ENTRY?

The deadline for entry is SUNDAY 17 NOVEMBER, 11:59PM.

HOW DO I ENTER?

In order to take part in the Prize you will need to complete an Entry Form, and pay your Entry Fee for the number of artworks you are entering. You can access the entry form HERE.

HOW MUCH IS IT TO ENTER?

Entry fees are $55 per artwork entered.

All entries are exhibited to the public and can be availble for sale..

HOW DO I PAY MY ENTRY FEE?

Once your entry form is filled out, you will need to pay for your entries. You can add this to your cart, where you can securely check out using a credit card. Please ensure you select the correct amount of entries (per artwork). International entrants are encouraged to get in touch if they have any issues with processing their payment.

If you have not received an Order Confirmation email, your entry has not been paid for.

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HOW DO I KNOW MY ENTRY IS CONFIRMED?

Our team combs through each entry to ensure we have received all the required information from you. Once we have gone through your entry we will email you a Submission Confirmation from from us. If we find missing information or need additional information we will reach out and request this information. If you have not received a Submission Confirmation email from us within five days, your entry has not been received. Due to the large volume of entries we receive, your Submission Confirmation email can take up to 5 business days to be sent to you. If you do not receive a confirmation please contact us.

DO I NEED TO SUPPLY AN IMAGE OF MY ARTWORK?

No, you do not need to supply us with an image of your artwork for entry.

As this is an open call Art Prize where all entries are exhibited, as long as it measures less than 35cm on every side, it will be accepted and exhibited!

WHAT IS THE INFORMATION I SUPPLY USED FOR?

The entry form is used to ensure that all details relating to your work are correct and accurate as supplied by the artist.

This information is used strictly only by Gallery staff for the Small Works Art Prize and will not be passed on to any third parties or used for any other purpose. Your supplied address will only be used in the event of booking courier return and your supplied bank details are used only in the event of an artwork sale.

The Artwork Statements will be used in the judging process. Due to the volume of works, these statements will not be displayed with the artworks, though will provide helpful content for our staff to answer any questions visitors or our guest judges may have about your work.

I'VE MISSED THE ENTRY DEADLINE, CAN I STILL ENTER?

Unfortunately, once the deadline has passed we will not accept any additional entries for the Small Works Art Prize.

I NEED TO AMEND SOMETHING IN MY FORM. CAN I EDIT MY SUPPLIED INFORMATION ONCE IT IS SUBMITTED?

We request that information is correct and accurate upon filling out your Entry Form, however if you need to edit or amend any information you can get in touch by emailing team@brunswickstreetgallery.com.au. No amendments to any information will be available after 23 December 2024.

DOES THE ARTWORK NEED TO BE COMPLETED BY THE ENTRY DEADLINE?

No, the artwork does not need to be ready for exhibition by the final date of entry deadline. The deadline is for submitting the entry form only, and works will only need to be fully completed and exhibition ready (see below for what we consider ‘ready to hang’) by the Artwork Drop Off dates.

ARTWORK SPECIFICATIONS

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WHAT ARE THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS PRIZE?

Artworks may be 2D (wall based) or 3D (plinth-based), and must measure UNDER 35X35X35CM ON ALL SIDES.

HOW DO I MEASURE MY ARTWORK?

All artworks will be measured Height(cm) x Width(cm) x Depth(cm) and must not measure above 35x35x35cm on any of these sides.

Artwork orientation note: works must measure no larger than 35cm Height X Width X Depth. Example: if a square canvas is to be hung in a diamond orientation ensure that its HxW is less than 35cm as your height would be determined then by diameter at that orientation.

Objects must fit into a 35x35x35cm “cube” (no bigger than 35Hx35Wx35D).

HOW DO I MEASURE MY FRAMED ARTWORK?

Framed will be measured edge to edge, to ensure they do not measure over 35cm.

Prefabricated frames or store bought frames are often sold at the 'window' size, ie: the size of the artwork they are framing, so ensure to check all external measurements of frames before purchase.

Tip: A 35cm frame may in fact have a 35cm WINDOW (ie: made to fit a 35cm artwork) and therefore the external measurements will be oversized.

MY ARTWORK IS OVER 35CM ON ONE OR MORE SIDES. CAN I STILL ENTER IT?

Any artworks that measure over 35cm on any side will unfortunately not be eligible for entry into the art prize. This INCLUDES your framing, so whether you have bought your framing yourself, or if you are having them done so professionally, we implore you ensure you keep within these specifications. The ONLY exception to this rule is works on pre-stretched, industry standard canvas or board, measuring at 14 inch (35.56cm) on any side (but MUST be presented unframed).

DOES MY ARTWORK NEED TO BE FRAMED?

Brunswick Street Gallery will accept unframed works. Any works that are unframed must either be affixed with hanging tabs prior to installation by the artist, or the artist must give permission for the works to be (discreetly) pinned through the corners.

Work needs to arrive at the gallery ready to hang, which includes framed works with wire, d-ring or sawtooth fixtures on the back to hang, or works on paper that can be pinned through/have adhesive tabs affixed to them. Double sided tape and/or 3M strips/fasteners will not be accepted for installation.

YOUR FRAME MUST NOT MEASURE OVER 35CM ON ANY SIDE.

I HAVE A DIPTYCH/TRIPYCH/MULTIPLE WORKS FROM A SERIES I WOULD LIKE TO ENTER AS ONE ARTWORK, WITH ONE ENTRY FEE. IS THIS ALLOWED?

Artists can enter multiple works (such as a diptych) as a single work IF they are approved by Prize staff and adhere to the following:

All components/artworks, when installed together as a whole, measure under 35x35x35cm. Any works that measure over this will be treated as multiple works.

All components/artworks must be listed as a single price and will not be sold separately.

All components/artworks must be listed as a single work (with a single title) and will not be labelled separately.

I HAVE SPECIFIC INSTALLATION/CURATORIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MY ARTWORK. WILL THIS BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT?

Artwork will be curated strictly at the gallery’s discretion.

While Brunswick Street Gallery will endeavour to take fulfil all reasonable requests, we cannot guarantee specific installation requirements due to the volume of works received with each prize show.

WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY "READY TO HANG"?

Work needs to arrive at the gallery ready to hang.

This includes framed works affixed with wire, d-rings or sawtooth fixtures on the back to hang, canvases able to be hung by their stretcher bars or works on paper that can be pinned through/have adhesive tabs affixed to them.

Brunswick Street Gallery will not accept works that we deem not “ready to hang”.

This includes:

Works using unsuitable materials to hang, such as string, double-sided tape or no hanging mechanism at all.
Paintings that are not wholly dry on the Drop Off day. There will be no allowance for the drying of works in the lead up to install.
Frames that we believe will not stand to be hung for the duration of the exhibition.
Artworks that when installed may cause damage to other artworks.
Works relying on double-sided tape or 3M fasteners for their installation. Double sided tape will not be accepted for installation as changes in humidity cause it to lose its adhesive qualities, resulting in artwork damage.

I HAVE A WORK THAT REQUIRES POWER I'D LIKE TO SUBMIT. WILL YOU ACCEPT POWERED WORKS?

The gallery will not be responsible for replacing or maintaining batteries or any power sources for artworks requiring batteries, LED-bulbs, etc.

Artworks requiring a cord power source must be powered by a tagged & tested cord that will be plugged into a powerpoint, and will be accepted only at the gallery’s discretion.

DOES MY ARTWORK NEED TO BE FOR SALE?

No, your artwork does not need to be available for sale.

When prompted to put a price in the Artwork Details section of the entry form, simply put NFS (Not For Sale).

WHAT ARTWORK IS ACCEPTED?

Unframed 2D artworks that measure below 35cm on all sides.
Framed artworks that measure below 35cm on all sides INCLUDING the frame.
Rounded artworks that measure below 35cm in diameter.
Diptychs, Triptychs, or series that when hung or arranged, measure below 35cm on all sides. Must be sold for a single price under a single artwork listing.
Sculptural works that measure below 35x35x35cm (HxWxD).
Powered works if it can be plugged into a wall powerpoint, and has been tagged and tested by an electrician and/or has a power source that does not need to be maintained/replenished throughout the duration of the prize.

WHAT IS NOT ACCEPTED?

Unframed 2D artworks that measure above 35cm on any side.
Framed artworks where the framed measures above 35cm on any side.
Rounded artworks that measure above 35cm in diameter.
Diptychs, Triptychs, or series that when hung, measure above 35cm on any sides. Must be sold separately under multiple entries.
Sculptural works that measure above 35x35x35cm (HxWxD).
Artworks that require a power source that needs ongoing maintenance (ie: is battery powered and requires changeover during the prize).

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ARTWORK DROP OFF & COLLECTION

WHAT ARE THE ARTWORK DROP OFF DATES?

SATURDAY 21 DECEMBER 10AM–6PM

SUNDAY 22 DECEMBER 11AM–4PM

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO FOR A DROP OFF?

The Drop Off process and requirements are as follows:

When you visit Brunswick Street Gallery to drop off your work, you must check in with Gallery Staff so we can tick you off in our database.

All works must be labelled clearly on the back of each artwork with the ARTIST NAME and ARTWORK NAME. Please ensure this is done before you drop off the work as we will not have labels available to do so on these days. Unlabelled works will not be exhibited.

Ensure all framed works are wired and ready to hang or have a d-ring or sawtooth fixture on the back. We will not accept works that rely on double-sided tape or 3M tabs to install.

Ensure that unframed works are affixed with tabs to pin through upon drop off, or we will pin through the corners of your artwork for installation. We will not accept works that rely on double-sided tape or 3M tabs to install.

We recommend a light layer of bubble left on your artwork for drop off so they are safe at drop off and in storage. Please note that it is not possible for gallery staff to reallocate packaging materials at collection and will not retain any bubble wrap or packaging on behalf of artists.

I CANNOT MAKE THE DESIGNATED ARTWORK DROP OFF DAY. ARE THERE ANY ALLOWANCES?

Unfortunately due to the volume of entries we receive with each prize show, works must be received on the designated Artwork Drop Off days (in person) or by the specified Arrival by post deadline.

Any late entries will not be accepted and your exhibition fee will not be refunded.

You can nominate a friend or proxy to drop off artworks in your absence, however if you cannot otherwise make it in person the artworks must be posted to us for inclusion.

WHAT ARE THE ARTWORK COLLECTION DATES?

SUNDAY 19 JANUARY 11AM–4PM

MONDAY 20 JANUARY 10AM–6PM

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO FOR ARTWORK COLLECTION?

The Artwork Collection process and requirements are as follows:

When you visit Brunswick Street Gallery to collect your work, you must check in with Gallery Staff so we can tick you off in our database and locate your work.

ID must be presented to collect artworks. No artwork will be released without verification of ownership or proof of identity.

Collection Proxies: If you need to arrange a proxy to collect your work, their name will need to be emailed in advance to the gallery and their ID sighted before your work will be released to them.

There will be no bubble wrap and tape on site to package your works. We cannot re-allocate materials dropped off with artworks. There will be no boxes, bags or tubes available on site for transport, so we recommend you bring any additional materials with you on the day as you require.

CAN I NOMINATE SOMEONE ELSE TO COLLECT MY ARTWORK ON MY BEHALF?

You can nominate a Proxy to collect your artwork in the event you can’t. Simply email us their name so we can put it on file, and we will check their ID at collection.

I CANNOT MAKE THE DESIGNATED ARTWORK COLLECTION DAY. ARE THERE ANY ALLOWANCES?

If you are unable to collect your works on the designated Artwork Collection days, you are encouraged to get in touch with us by 17 January 2025 to enquire about having the work returned to you via post or courier.

Works not collected on the designated Collection days will be charged a late storage fee, and if still not collected by 20 February we will consider it abandoned and it will be disposed of.

To request a Post Return, please fill out the form below.

Post Return Request Form link: https://brunswickstreetgallery.events/small-works-2024-post-return-form

WILL YOU STORE ARTWORK PACKAGING?

Brunswick Street Gallery will NOT store packaging for artists dropping off in person.

Brunswick Street Gallery will only store packaging for works sent by post or courier to the gallery.

We will not be responsible for re-allocating bubble wrap, packaging, plastic covers bags or cardboard for works dropped off in person at the Artwork Collection. Artists are encouraged to take their packaging back with them at Artwork Drop Off so they have it ready for its collection on the other side of the exhibition.

I LIVE INTERSTATE/CANNOT MAKE THE DROP OFF DATES. WILL YOU ACCEPT ENTRIES VIA POST?

Yes, we will accept entries via post. Works arriving by post can be sent to arrive between 9–20 DECEMBER 2024.

Please package securely in materials suitable to be reused for its return.

WILL YOU RETURN MY ARTWORK VIA POST?

Yes, if you need us to return your artwork via post, please fill our our Post Return Request form:

https://brunswickstreetgallery.events/small-works-2024-post-return-form

WHAT IS THE POSTAL RETURN PROCESS?

The Artist will submit a Post Return Request Form.
The Gallery will package the artwork for return.
The Gallery will weigh and measure the package to create a shipping label, addressed to the address supplied in your Post Return Request Form.
The Artist will be invoiced for the cost of shipping. Postal Return costs are inclusive of insurance to the value of the artwork/s.
The return will be booked upon payment of the invoice.

WILL YOU USE MY PREPAID STAMPS/PACKAGING IF I SUPPLY IT?

Please DO NOT send return stamps or pre-paid postage envelopes with your artwork as they will not be used.

HOW CAN I FIND THE IMPORTANT INFORMATION?

Brunswick Street Gallery will:

Email all important dates to you upon application, along with a copy of your information submitted in your entry form.

Have the Terms & Conditions, important dates and FAQs listed on the website on the Info For Artists page.

Will email a reminder ahead of artwork drop off, and artwork collection. Artists must ensure they are checking their spam/junk folders in the event correspondence is not being received.

It is the artist’s responsibility to make note of these dates and the gallery is not responsible in the event they are missed.

EXHIBITION DATES, PRIZE ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS

WHAT ARE THE DATES THE EXHIBITION WILL BE OPEN

The exhibition will be open 5–18 January 2025. Our business hours are Tuesday–Saturday 10AM–5PM, and Sunday 11AM–4PM.

WHEN ARE THE WINNERS ANNOUNCED?

Prize Announcements will be made ONLINE on our website and social media on FRIDAY 10 JANUARY AT 7PM

WHAT OPENING EVENT WILL BE HELD?

A Small Works Art Prize Celebration Event will be held on FRIDAY 10 JANUARY FROM 6–9PM.

The Small Works Art Prize will be open for exhibition from 5–18 JANUARY 2025 with all artists and members of the public invited to attend to view artworks from hundreds of artists on display.

SELLING AND BUYING ARTWORKS

DOES MY ARTWORK HAVE TO BE FOR SALE?

Your artwork does not have to be for sale. All artwork sales for the duration of the Exhibition must go through the gallery. If an artwork is listed for sale at the beginning of the Art Prize it must be available for sale through Brunswick Street gallery only for the duration of the prize, or until it sells within exhibition.

Brunswick Street Gallery takes 30% commission on all sold work.

HOW CAN SOMEONE PURCHASE ARTWORKS IN THE PRIZE?

Due to the volume of artworks there is no catalogue available to view artworks in this prize.

Interested collectors are encouraged to purchase over the phone on 03 8596 0173, or enquiries can be made via email info@brunswickstreetgallery.com.au.

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If you have a specific question you cannot see answered here, please get in touch at team@brunswickstreetgallery.com.au

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Brunswick Street Gallery acknowledges that these exhibitions are held on what always was and always will be the land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation.

We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, as well as to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the wider Naarm community and beyond.

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Brunswick Street Gallery acknowledges that these exhibitions are held on what always was and always will be the land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation.

We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, as well as to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the wider Naarm community and beyond.

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