June Marriott Gallery Hire

Our small but mighty gallery space has a long history.  We have a professional hanging system, track lighting and plenty of plinths. Over 15,000 people visit our gallery each year. The Gallery is open and staffed with volunteers during our shop hours Mon-Sat 10am to 2pm. Artists may wish to extend these hours by sitting the gallery themselves (shop induction required).

We provide:

  • Advice on exhibition content, gallery layout, installation and pricing
  • Digital promotion of exhibition through our website, social media platforms, e-newsletter, and other online resources
  • Supply of all necessary invitation logos and assistance with design 
  • Coordination of artwork sales on opening night and duration of the exhibition during gallery and shop hours (Mon-Sat 10am to 2pm)
  • Plinths, hanging system and printed catalogue list

Costs:

  • Gallery Hire Members $80 per week
  • Gallery Hire Non-Members $160 per week
  • Insurance $15 per week
  • Cost of printing invitations
  • 35% commission fee on sales (25% with accrued volunteer hours)

Exhibition:

  • Three weeks (including bump-in and out) 
  • Length of the exhibition and preferred dates – please note available calendar dates will be subject to change and confirmation comes with the signing of our Terms and Conditions.

Apply:

  • Central Craft welcomes proposals from artists, groups, curators and community organisations. 
  • If you require any assistance in your application, please email directors@centralcraft.org.au.
  • The June Marriott Gallery floor plan

Selection Process:

Central Craft is a not-for-profit Members organisation based in Alice Springs that supports and promotes traditional and contemporary craft and design practice in Central Australia.

Our aim is to:

  • build the visibility of contemporary craft and design from the Northern Territory
  • exhibit high-quality craft and design to local, regional and international audiences
  • engage and educate individuals and groups in craft and design practice
  • improve the viability of emerging and professional craft and design practitioners
  • build strong cross-cultural partnerships to create opportunities for innovation in craft and design practice
  • enhance the reputation of the Northern Territory as a significant centre for contemporary craft and design

 

If you would like to submit your proposal to exhibit  please go HERE to fill out the application to be considered. Please allow 30 days for a reply. 

Each year in our store...

  • 7,600 Visitors

    Each year we have over 7,600 visitors to our store.

  • Over 2,800 Artworks Sold

    In 2024, we sold 2,833 artworks on behalf of 75 artists

  • Over $61,200 income generated

    Artworks sold each year generates over $61,200 in income for our makers.

About

Located alongside the Central Craft studios, our Craft Maker Store showcases and promotes high-quality craft and design within the Central Desert region. Works in the store are made by members, artists-in-residence, and others with long-standing ties to our community and region. 

As a member-run Not-for-profit organisation, our store is proudly maintained by our amazing team of member-volunteers and is open Monday to Saturday, 10am–2pm. To keep our store open, our Craft Sellers are expected to assist in staffing the retail outlet for 2 (two) x 2 (two) hour shifts each calendar month in exchange for a 25% commission. If Craft Sellers are unable to do this, a 35% commission is applied.

What We Accept

  • Mediums

    • Textiles
    • Ceramics
    • Glass, metal & wood
    • Paper-based
    • Jewellery
    • Mixed-Media

  • The works must

    • Be handmade, or original in concept
    • Not in breach of said copyright laws
    • Must come with relevant care instructions or warnings (if applicable)

  • From

    1. A Current Central Craft Members OR
    2. A Central Craft Artist in Residence OR
    3. Have a strong connection to Central Craft and / or the Central Desert Region

How to get stocked:

We accept applications from those who wish to sell their handmade works through our store—it's a great opportunity to reach new audiences and be part of a thriving local creative community. 

For Craft Sellers submitting work to Central Craft for the first time (or introducing a new style of work), Please email admin@centralcraft.org.au with the following:

  1. Images of items you'd like to stock
  2. Titles & Descriptions of items (mediums)
  3. Sales price for each item
  4. Your contact details (email + phone number)

Once accepted, you'll be emailed a Craft Sellers Agreement Form to complete.

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