All media are welcome, and artists can submit up to three works.
Thank you for your interest in applying to an Metchosin Artpod Gallery exhibition.
Before You Submit
If you are new to ArtCall, create a free account, and link to a helpful ArtCall tutorial below.
Artwork Requirements
Submit up to three original works responding to the exhibition theme.
Please upload your highest-quality JPEG. Submitted images will be used for jury selection, the online gallery, and exhibition publications. Collaborative works should be submitted by one artist. Please identify collaborators in the artist statement. Diptychs, triptychs, and small series may be submitted as one work if shown in a single photograph. Both 2D and 3D artwork are welcome.
Two-dimensional work must not exceed 7 ft (2.1 m) high × 5 ft (1.5 m) wide. There is no minimum size. Work must be original, created by the artist, and comply with the Canadian Copyright Act. Work must not have been exhibited in a juried exhibition or commercial gallery on southern Vancouver Island within the past year. South of the Malahat summit, and Shirley. Limited-edition photographs and prints (including giclée, inkjet and archival prints) are accepted in editions of 25 or fewer. Photographs must be taken by the artist and may not reproduce another artist’s work. We are continuing to reflect on the use of AI, but require submitted work to represent the artist’s original creative vision and authorship. The juror(s) reserve the right to accept or reject artwork at their discretion.
Fees
Submission Fee: $10 per artwork. Accepted Artwork Fee: $20 per accepted work (ArtCall Booth Fee), payable before artwork drop-off. Bring your ArtCall receipt when delivering your artwork. Fees are non-refundable if accepted work is withdrawn.
ArtPod supports participating artists by:
- handling all artwork sales and taxes;
- promoting the exhibition through social media, newsletters, local media and our website;
- creating an online exhibition gallery through ArtCall;
- producing an exhibition book that is archived with Library and Archives Canada;
- providing a social media promotion package for each exhibiting artist; and
- Place a QR code beside each artist statement linking visitors to your website and social media. For this reason, business cards are not displayed in the gallery.
Sales
All artwork must be for sale. ArtPod retains a 30% commission on all sales. PST (7%) is charged.
Delivery
Accepted artwork must be delivered during the scheduled drop-off time with your printed ArtCall receipt.
Exhibition
Artwork must remain on display for the full duration of the exhibition.
Pickup
Unsold artwork must be collected during the scheduled pickup time unless other arrangements have been made.
Opening Celebration
Artists are warmly encouraged to attend the Opening Celebration, meet fellow artists and visitors, and briefly discuss their work. Juror’s Choice Awards will be announced during the event.
Artist Statement
Artist statements are limited to 1,000 characters (approximately 120–150 words). Your statement should briefly situate the submitted work within your artistic practice and, where appropriate, connect it to the exhibition theme. It is an important part of the jury process and will be reproduced in the exhibition book.
Image Quality
Strong images are essential and may influence the jury’s decision. Upload your original high-resolution JPG whenever possible. Photographs of artwork must be your own or used with the photographer’s permission.
Accepted artwork must:
- Arrive exhibition-ready;
- be completely dry;
- have clean mats, frames and glazing (where applicable);
- be securely framed and wired for hanging.
- ArtPod reserves the right to refuse artwork that differs significantly from the submitted image or is unsafe to exhibit.
Image Use & Copyright
Artists retain copyright of their work. By submitting artwork, you grant Metchosin ArtPod permission to use your images to promote the exhibition through print, online media, social media, video and exhibition publications. Artist credit will be provided whenever feasible.
Insurance
Artwork is exhibited at the owner’s risk. Metchosin ArtPod does not insure artwork against damage, theft or loss.
Shipping Artwork
- Whenever possible, artwork should be delivered in person. If shipping is required:
- Contact ArtPod in advance to make arrangements.
- Artists are responsible for all shipping, insurance, customs and return costs.
- Use a reputable carrier such as FedEx or UPS.
- Artwork must be professionally packed or shipped in durable, reusable packaging suitable for safe return.
- Any required customs or shipping paperwork remains the artist’s responsibility.
Shipping Contact:
Metchosin ArtPod
c/o Diana Smith
4488 William Head Road
Victoria, BC V9C 3Y6
Canada
Phone: 250-813-2751
Email: contact@metchosinartpod.ca
Additional Resources
Do you need a little help before submitting? The following resources may be useful. – Click here.