Art Exhibition Application

We would love to see your art in our libraries. Please read and fill out the form. A library representative will get back to you to discuss and confirm the timing and setup of your display. If you have additional questions or concerns, contact our Virtual Library at 1-888-861-7323

Art Display Descriptions

• Carbon Valley Regional Library - There are two locking cases in addition to art rail in the following areas: Café area: 5-10 frames (with wire), Children’s area: 15-20 frames (with wire), Adult area: 15-20 frames (with wire), Teen area: does not have art rail but 3M sticky tabs are available for student art. If artists do not have wire attached to their pieces, the library will supply 1 box (480 tabs) of sticky tabs to adhere artwork. Artists will need to purchase more if needed. Most art is displayed from the 1st to the 29th. Any exceptions need to be discussed with library staff. Because the library features display in multiple areas, we request that art be displayed in age-appropriate areas (e.g. adult art in adult areas).
  
  
• Centennial Park Library - Main art wall above the ramp up to the children’s area (west wall), 16' long, height ranging from 3.5' to 4.5'. This accommodates approximately 10 medium-sized canvases.  Centennial Park Library has hardware for hanging, but the artist will need to have picture wire on the backs of their pieces if framed. Canvases can be hung without any additional wire or hooks on them.
  
  
• Erie Community Library - Locking glass display case with three glass shelves, each approximately 30" long and 12" deep, as well as a solid base with similar dimensions.
  
  
• Farr Regional Library - Large wall with art rail for hanging approximately 10 medium-sized pieces. Pieces do not require picture wire to hang. Artist will have to get on a tall ladder to hang pieces, and this task must be done by the artist or someone provided by the artist, not by library staff. A ladder will be provided. It's strongly recommended that the artist bring someone to help.
  
  
• LINC Library Innovation Center - Main art gallery has approximately 84’ of art rail, divided into various lengths. Main wall is about 64’ (total) with additional spaces located between monitors on opposite wall. Additional art rails (total 16’) are located next to west entrance. Two locking display cases with non-adjustable shelves are located between sections on main wall. Framed items will need wire hanger; weight limit 50 lbs.
  
  
• Riverside Library and Cultural Center - 15 spots to hang items, all 3' wide, scattered throughout the building. Two spots are large walls for display of large pieces. Multiple pieces can be hung on one wall, and pieces will need a wire backing. Additionally, there is a locking display case.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Materials to be displayed should be of general interest such as arts and crafts, hobby collections, and educational materials prepared by individuals or groups. Exhibits must be of general interest and non-commercial.

2. Works, which are for sale, may be purchased from the artist, but only outside the library at the artist's studio or place of business. Price tags may be placed on/in the exhibit. A notice may be placed in the exhibit with the artist's contact information. We ask that a donation of 15% of the sale be given to the Library Foundation.

3. Hanging and arrangement of the exhibits will be the responsibility of the artist under the supervision of the Library staff in charge of displays.

4. The Library District assumes no responsibility for the safety of any items placed on exhibit. Items on display in the Library are provided the same security as the library collection and equipment; but irreplaceable items or items of great value should not be included in the exhibit. Insurance covering the value of the exhibit will be the responsibility of the displaying artist. Prior to the exhibit, the artist/owner will sign the Art Exhibit Application listing a description and price/value for each item and releasing the Library from all responsibility.

5. Acceptance of an exhibit will be at the discretion of the location's designated representative.

6. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the Library assumes it has the right to photograph loaned items for record keeping, publicity, and historical purposes.

7. Individual items may be removed from display at the discretion of the Library Manager or designee and be held in a safe location until the display is scheduled for removal.

8. Failure to remove the display by the agreed upon time may result in the disposal of the items.

9. I understand that the High Plains Library District will try to protect the materials in my exhibit, but shall assume no responsibility for loss or damage. I will not hold the library responsible for theft, damage, fire, water or any other kind of harm or loss. I will assume responsibility for any damage to the display area caused by me during installation or dismantling of my exhibit.

10. Artists will read and understand all HPLD policies relating to art displays before submitting this form.

11. If you make sales as a direct result of your library display, The High Plains Library District humbly requests that you consider donating a small percentage of the revenue to the High Plains Library District Foundation in support of future library programs, displays, and activities.