MARION ART CENTER

GUIDELINES FOR EXHIBITING ARTISTS   

The Marion Art Center, established in 1957, serves the Southeastern New England area by promoting the visual and performing arts.  There are two galleries available for exhibitions.  The Exhibition Committee meets regularly to review artists’ work and to schedule shows throughout the year.  Exhibitions are scheduled at least six months in advance. 

Artists wishing to exhibit should submit 20 slides (with dimensions) and/or five framed pieces.  Sculpture should be presented exhibition ready.  A price list and a current resume must accompany work submitted for review. Slides will be returned by mail.  Framed works may be picked up the day after the Exhibition Committee meeting. Artists will be notified  of the Committee’s decision by mail. 

Responsibilities of the Artist after confirmation: 

1. Assemble a body of work which has been executed within the last 3 years.   At least 75% of  the pieces in the exhibition should be for sale.  The work should  reflect the style and type that was accepted. 

  2. All work must be framed, ready to hang.  No glass clips.  A bin is available for unframed, shrink-wrapped pieces.  MAC has some sculpture stands.   

  3.  Five weeks prior to opening the artist must send five 5”x7” photos or press release and invitation, current resume and a press release (optional).

  4.  Two days prior to opening, all work must be delivered to MAC.  Work     must be picked up  within 2 days after the closing date. 

Insurance: All art on display in the MAC building is fully insured during the dates of the exhibition. Transportation to and from MAC is the responsibility of the artist. 

Invitations: MAC will send black & white postcards to our mailing list (apx. 650).  Artists may submit up to 200 names on removable labels.

Openings: Usually held on Friday evening or Sunday afternoon.  MAC Hospitality  Committee will provide light hors d’oeuvres and beverage. 

Advertising: MAC will feature gallery exhibitions in the quarterly Newsletter.  Press releases are sent to 13 area newspapers. Artists should submit a photo for the Newsletter and also for press releases. 

Commission: MAC charges 30% commission on sales.  Artists receive payment at the end of the exhibition when work is picked up. 

Installation:  The Exhibition Committee is responsible for installing each show.  The artist may assist as needed in certain special installations. 

Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

                The gallery is attended at all times during these hours.