BENEFITS OF BEING A MEMBER
 

• Street-level exhibition space for members’ images
   

• Audience for your work
   

• Opportunity to mount month-long shows in Feature Gallery and individual images in member gallery.
   

• No commissions on sales
   

• VISA/ Debit service
   

• Artist page and galleries on website
   

• Collegial atmosphere with experienced artists sharing common interests
   

• Voting privileges
   

• Established gallery since July 2000
   

• Monthly artist talks
   

• Workshops
   

• Use of 24” Canon Pro-2100 printer (printing fees apply)
   

• Use of PC desktop and laptop
   

• Use of the gallery space to hold workshops/classes (rental fees apply)

EXPECTATIONS FOR MEMBERS
 

• Compositional and technical skill in one or more photography- based media. Proficiency in production and presentation of images.
   

• Ability to present a body of work that conveys/expresses a coherent point of view or artistic intent.
   

• An interest and ability to actively participate in the spirit and operation of the co- operative which is is an essential component of being a Gallery member.
   

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES

There are four juried membership categories for ViewPoint Gallery.  The categories are summarized below (click here for a full description of the requirements and fees for each category)

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Exhibiting Member - Prime

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• may exhibit up to 2 pieces of new work on a monthly basis in Members’ Gallery B.

• may exhibit up to 2-3 pieces in ALL Members exhibits.

• may exhibit in the All-Members December Exhibition

• may participate on Feature Member wall.

• may submit proposals for solo shows in Gallery A.

• may have unframed prints for sale, in addition to cards, may also have print portfolios available for viewing in the Gallery.

• may vote at the AGM, sit on the Board, and participate on Committees.

• may access Gallery’s wide format printer

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Exhibiting Member - Basic

• may exhibit up to a maximum 4 (four) months /year (up to 2 pieces of new work if in Members’ Gallery B or up to 2-3 pieces if in All Member exhibits)

• may exhibit in the All Members December Exhibition in addition to the 4 months/year listed above

• may have unframed prints for sale, in addition to cards, may also have print portfolios available for viewing in the Gallery.

• may vote at the AGM, sit on the Board, and participate on Committees.

• may access Gallery’s wide format printer

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Student member

• while a student, may have same benefits as Basic Exhibiting Member

• for the first year after graduation, may remain as a Basic Exhibiting Member at $30/month or become a Prime Exhibiting Member at the reduced rate of $75/month

• may go to full fee rates in subsequent years

• may access Gallery’s wide format printer

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Print Associate

• may access Gallery’s wide format printer during regular gallery hours

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MEMBERSHIP FEES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Please click here for a full description of the membership fees and responsibilities for each category.

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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
 

To help us get to know you and your work, please send us:

 

• An artist statement describing your practice, specialized areas of interest and/or a particular body of work.

• A resume that includes your background (professional and photographic), training and exhibition/gallery experience (if any).

• Contact information (mail, email, telephone, website, etc).

• Examples of your work: 10 - 20 images; exhibition quality prints (unframed) to give us a sense of the subjects and themes you’ve been pursuing.

• Self-addressed stamped envelope for return of smaller submission packages.  Otherwise, portfolios may be picked up in person during Gallery hours after membership decisions have been made.

 

Please note:

• All prospective members must be willing to become an active participant in the co-operative framework and to commit to membership for one full year

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Submissions:

• Submissions may be left at ViewPoint Gallery, 109 -1475 Bedford Highway, Bedford. Gallery hours are Thursday - Sunday 12 noon - 5pm.

• Submissions should indicate: New Member Submission

• Portfolios will be reviewed within one month and responses will be in writing. 

• Inquiries: Viewpoint Gallery (902) 420-0854

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