Q: How should I prepare my art for display?
A: The library uses a hook-and-wire hanging system, so all art pieces must come equipped with a wire on the back for hanging.
Q: For how long is each exhibit on display?
A: Generally about 4 months: (Jan/Feb/Mar/April; May/June/July/August; Sept/Oct/Nov/Dec)
Q: How many pieces can be in an exhibit?
A: This depends greatly on the size of the pieces, but it is possible for us to hang as many as 30-50 pieces. The gallery wall on second floor can accommodate approximately 14 average size pieces. The exhibition area on first floor can accommodate approximately 28 average size pieces, in sets.
Q: Can there be an exhibit with fewer pieces?
A: Yes.
Q: What types of art can be displayed?
A: We are open to all sorts of art and mediums, as long as they follow the moral guidelines of the university (no nudity; no depictions of questionable behavior; no profanity).
Q: In addition to art, is there anything the artist must provide?
A: Yes. Artists must provide a statement about the exhibit/artist of 150-300 words. This will be displayed as interpretive signage near the artwork so viewers can read the statement(s) and understand what they are seeing. If you would like to include a picture with the statement you may, but this is not required. In addition, artists must provide text for a business-card size information panel to be placed near each piece in the exhibit, detailing: Title of work, medium (if applicable), artist (if the display involves more than one artist), and a note about the piece (if desired). Examples of such statements may be found at this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0BzzscBW6nUpnLVU3VFNKVmg1dkk?usp=sharing
Q: Is there anything to sign?
A: All artists must sign an art exhibit agreement that stating that McKee Library is not liable for any damage. (We’ve never had any damage to any of our artwork.)
Q: I am interested in exhibiting my work. What do I do next?
A: Email kmcgrath@southern.edu to register your interest. Please include some photos of your artwork.