Submission Guidelines:  

1. Artists must submit an online application with a current resume and 8 to 12 examples of their work in electronic format to be reviewed by the Mansfield Public Library. We recommend visiting the space prior to submission to determine the suitability of the space for your work.
2. At least 5 of the pieces submitted must be intended for the exhibit, while the rest can be representative examples of the applicant’s work; however, images or copies of all completed work intended for display must be submitted for review two weeks prior to installation.
3. Each piece must be appropriately labeled with the artist's name, the title, medium, and size.  

Gallery Exhibit Standards:

1. The Art Wall utilizes a cable suspension system. A secure hanging wire or bracket attached to the picture is required.  
2. The Library has zip ties available upon request if the artist wishes to use them to secure the works to the cables.
3. Artists will be required to hang their own works. Special hanging arrangements will be made for library sponsored exhibitions. 

Installation Standards:

1. The Library Director or designee will approve the installation of exhibits in advance and after completion.  
2. Artists are responsible for providing labels for their work. Artwork, labels, or business cards must be on heavy stock and must not be glued or nailed to the wall. 
3. At the time of installation, the artist must submit a list containing titles and descriptions as well as prices. If the art is for sale, the list will be available to the public at the information desk. The artist may have business cards or other printed information at the exhibit. Prices may not be displayed or available within the exhibit space, but the artist may supply a small sign directing the public to the information desk for prices. Sales are strictly between the artist and customer; the Library will not act as intermediary for the exchange and will not accept any money on the artist’s behalf.  
4. Works that are sold must remain in the gallery until the end of the exhibition, except under special circumstances.  
5. The Library will not be responsible for artwork not picked up at the agreed upon time.  
6. The Library will include information about the exhibits on our website and monthly calendar.

Agreement:

1. I understand that works exhibited at this location during this display period will not be insured against loss or damage under the terms of the Town of Mansfield’s insurance policy.
2. I hereby agree to release, discharge and hold harmless the Town of Mansfield, its directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, volunteers and/or members/visitors from any and all liability or damage that may occur to my artwork while on display for the designated period at the designated location.
3. It is agreed also that the exhibitor or owner or both named hereto, is responsible for timely delivery, hanging and pickup of their work.  
4. It is agreed that the exhibitor is responsible for transporting the art works to the Library, for planning the display, arrangement or hanging of the exhibit, and for providing necessary materials and tools.  
5. I understand that for promotional purposes the Town records video and/or takes photographs of participants and the interior of the facility.  I hereby release and permit the Town of Mansfield to utilize for said promotional purposes any photographs of my displayed artwork or myself while at the Mansfield Public Library.
6. It is agreed that the library may use images submitted for selected exhibitions on our website and social media platforms to advertise the gallery and/or exhibit.

I(We) wish to submit artistic works for display in the exhibition described below located at the Mansfield Public Library. In making and signing this document, I (We) agree to observe and comply with all condition, requirements, and obligations contained in the Procedures and Standards outlined above.

In making and signing this form, I (We) agree to observe and comply with all conditions, requirements, and obligations contained in the Art Wall Procedures.