The Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library encourages local artists, photographers, crafts people, and collectors to display their work in the library. The following guidelines shall apply:

1. SCHEDULING: The Public Relations Coordinator maintains a list of artists and collectors who wish to exhibit at the library. Anyone wishing to display will be given consideration; however, the Public Relations Department will make final decisions about exhibits based on variety and balance. Displays are scheduled 4-6 months in advance, if possible. Exhibitors are contacted for a specific month and dates are set which are convenient for both the library and the artist for hanging the displays and removing them. Exhibiting artists need to provide biographical information and one photograph of the artwork two months prior to the exhibit.


2. HANGING ARTWORK IN THE GALLERY: Artists are encouraged to hang or arrange their own displays, but staff will be available to assist, if necessary. Whenever possible, artwork should be framed. Each piece should be secured on the back to allow for proper hanging (e.g. wired)


3. DIMENSIONS: The exhibiting space of the Art Gallery is 27 linear feet. Display Case exhibits must be confined to an area which is 12" high, 43" long and 21" wide.


4. IDENTIFYING THE ARTWORK: Artists will provide a descriptive sheet which should include prices. Suitable labels (titles WITHOUT prices) should be prepared by the artist and attached to the artwork.


5. PURCHASING: Any work purchased must be left until the show is over. All sale arrangements must be made directly between the artist and the buyer. The library receives no commission.


6. LIABILITY: The library has property insurance and will take precautions to avoid damage or theft.

I agree to the above guidelines. I also grant the library permission to use photographs of myself or my artwork for promotional purposes. This may include displaying these photographs on the library's web site.

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