General Info

Hi,
I just wanted to post the genral info that goes out to all artists when they show. This way you can look it over.

Abigail Schneider

Art Consultant

Cambridge Common, Christopher's Restaurant and West Side Lounge


 

Informn for Exatiohibiting Artists

 

• Cambridge Common, Christopher's Restaurant and West Side Lounge are three different and very interesting establishments, with unique spaces that grant a lot of exposure for artwork. There is no fee for exhibiting in these establishments, nor do the restaurants take a commission from any work sold as a result of an exhibition.

• I am an artist who is hired to book artists for exhibition. Therefore I, nor the restaurants, represent any artists.

• Depending on the establishment, you will need a certain number of pieces

(West Side = 11 pieces, Cambridge Common & Christopher's Restaurant = 12-14 pieces) as there are a set number of lighting fixtures. The light fixtures are unchangeable.

• We (the restaurants/I) prefer not to hang work smaller than 18" x 24", nor to have any work framed behind glass.

• Artwork is scheduled for exhibitions of ~ 6 weeks.

• I hang the show with you, that way we both plan where the pieces go and the overall cohesion of the show.

• Any selling is between the artist and the buyer; I do not take a commission, and the restaurants do not take a commission.

• You can price your work however you like.

• Please have labels for each piece with the artwork's information (title, medium, date created) as well as your info (name/email). You can include prices on the labels, or have a separate price list and/or artist statement. Business cards are also helpful, but not mandatory. The restaurant will be happy to hang your bio information, and it often adds to the interest in the work.

• All pieces of artwork need to have a wire across the back (of each) for ready-to-hang ease. We hang work from a wire that drops down from a beam (not hooks or nails).

• The artwork is insured for theft and fire; there is a $1,000.00 deductible. The restaurant(s) will not be responsible for damage, theft, or fire under $1000.

• The restaurants do not provide openings for new shows, but please feel free to invite people to see your work. If you are interested in having a reception, you are encouraged to speak with one of the managers to plan something through them.

• All three restaurants are very busy year-round. Because they are not typical 'gallery' spaces, there is a certain amount of risk that accompanies hanging work in a busy restaurant. We (the restaurants/I) are extremely diligent to keep your work clean and safe at all times. With that, there is an Artist-Restaurant Agreement to be signed by you, and by me, prior to and/or at the installation of your exhibition.

 

Please feel free to contact me if you have ANY questions.

Schneiderabbey@yahoo.com

978-204-5544