Week 5 - Virtual version of the handout.

Getting Involved in Showing my Artwork in public venues!

Let's discuss having a pop up show or a portfolio session - Some of you have seen the two possibilities for a pop up show - Wall Gallery inside OSA hallway on third floor of the Shenkman Center - put up April 8th, take down one month later - date tbd

Main showcase of Shenkman - June to July 2024 - For portfolio courses

Downtown is also booked for Portfolio courses for late August to mid sept. 2025 Vitrine showcase gallery

If you are comfortable showing your artwork are you interested in any of the following:

Wall space gallery on third floor ____
Showcase at Shenkman campus then vitrines at downtown campus ____
Not ready for this yet ____

My presence in the Art Scene - In Orleans, Ottawa and Beyond

I have shown or not shown my art publicly , explain if you want to:

I would like to show my art publicly, soon ______ or maybe in this timeframe _______________

Arts Net Ottawa -https://www.artsnetottawa.ca/neworganization

Arts Resources (in the city, province, nation)

https://www.artsnetottawa.ca/resources-1

Ottawa School of Art - opportunties for showing your work or selling your work at our two campuses

Shenkman Wall gallery or showcases - contact Andrea osao.admin@artottawa.ca

The Ottawa School of Art Galleries are juried shows for the most part except special fundraisers

https://www.artottawa.ca/gallery

All members can contribute to the Holiday fundraiser each year - 65% of sales goes to the artists

Watch for info. By signing up for the newsletter on our website www.artottawa.ca

The OSA Boutique is downtown. Here are the basics:

Boutique Terms and Conditions to submit Artwork

All works are chosen through a jury process, taking into consideration the juxtaposition of art pieces, theme (if applicable) and the boutique space.
All applicants must be current members in good standing with OSA. The OSA Boutique Coordinator reserves the right to limit the number of works displayed by each Artist and to refuse unsuitable works of art.
Retail value must not exceed $500. Artwork submissions must be no larger than 400 sq. inches (20 x 20in) including frame.
Submissions must be properly labelled and ready for hanging. Framed artwork must be stable and secure. Canvasses not requiring a frame must include proper hanging wire. Any work not meeting these standards will not be displayed.
All artworks must be signed by the artist and submitted with a business card, clearly visible and securely attached to the back of each artwork that includes the artist’s name, email, website link and social media links, (if applicable). A brief artist biography and artist statement printed on a small card format, including the above information, and securely attached to the back of each artwork is also accepted. Artists are also encouraged to provide a “Certificate of Authenticity” for each 2D artwork.
All artworks sold will result in a 35% commission for the OSA and a 65% commission to the Artist. Artist commissions will be paid by cheque at approximately the middle of the following month. Once artworks are sold and the Artist has been notified, the artwork may be replaced subject to the approval of the Boutique Coordinator. Replacement works must be submitted by appointment only – no drop offs please.
The Artwork Submission Form, (contract), must be signed in order to sell artwork in the OSA Boutique. (Please contact boutique@artottawa.ca to acquire submission form)

Please Note: The Ottawa School of Art is not responsible for any losses or damages due to theft, vandalism, or accidental breakage and will not provide monetary or other compensation for such losses or damages. OSA will nonetheless take every reasonable precaution to prevent such losses or damages. Members are advised that they are participating in this display area at their own risk.

Contact the Boutique

Questions on the boutique changeover’s can be directed to Cathy Brake, boutique@artottawa.ca

Venues in East Ottawa and Orleans that show / sell your work:

Arteast Ottawa -A community arts organization that organizes exhibits, workshops, open studio sessions and participation in Tulip Festival

https://arteastottawa.com/

https://www.ottawaartsdatabase.com/

Has opportunities for Visual and Performing Artists

https://www.facebook.com/FNMIOTT/ Indigenous Roots Ottawa has drumming and beading and other craft workshops primarily held in Orleans - both Indigenous and non Indigenous specific activities (some are only for First Nations, Metis and Inuit community members, while others include allies)

The Niche Gallery in Orleans - https://www.thenicheottawagallery.com/

Rothwell GAllery just east of ST. Laurent https://rothwellgalleryottawa.com/

Koyman Gallery -on St. Laurent Blvd south of Innes/Industrial https://koymangalleries.com/