The Concept
There are no submission fees, no display fees and no hidden fees. This is a completely FREE opportunity for creative celebration, collaboration and exchange. There are no boundaries for the concept of your submission. The overall aim is to connect people across different walks of life, providing a free springboard. It is notable however, as a result of the breadth and outdoor nature of the space, we have the potential to display large scale works, but are open to all art forms and works.
Site Information |
Gallery No.32 is an outdoor gallery space located in an orchard in Bexley, SE London, alongside a busy public footpath.
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Dimensions.
The site is approximately 55m x 35m of grass. It is a bit uneven but fairly level. The field is an orchard, meaning there are fruit trees spaced at regular ~3m intervals (these can be seen at birds-eye view via Google Maps, or through pics that can be shared upon request). Due to this, artists will have to take spacing into consideration. |
Access:
The site is accessible from Manor Way and visits can be arranged by contacting either Megan, Kieran or the gallery on Instagram or via email. This route is limited to small HGVS. If there are any large-scale artworks or materials being brought, there is a separate access route that will allow for much larger and taller objects via the North Cray Road. |
Conditions:
The ground is fairly soft so can be dug into to secure any sculpture, fast set post-mix is available to stabilise and secure works if needed. However, in the summer, the ground dries up a bit. Other options to secure artworks could use the trees; all are safe to use as part of sculptures/supports/ anchors. We cannot take liability for any theft or damage of artworks on site throughout the duration of the show. |
Requirements & Limitations
We are offering artists use of the entire space of 55m x35m. This is intercepted with trees, which will have to be considered within the application. The entire space does not have to be used of course.
Secondly, Gallery No.32 cannot accept liability for any damage, loss or theft of artwork throughout its display. As the show will be permanently installed, day and night for the duration of the assigned time frame, it is crucial that all sculptures are made as weatherproof and theft-proof as possible. This should be considered in the material choice, scale, stability, colour, installation requirements and security. Feel free to contact us to discuss installation and security needs/ideas. Submissions will be selected for display with this in mind. |
There are currently limitations regarding electricity. We will not be able to provide an electrical hook-up during ‘Solo, Series 1’. This is both due to safety, accessibility and financial cost. Alternatively, we suggest considering solar power, if this is a required feature of your submission.
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Budget: the 2-way system
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So far, Gallery No.32 has been a zero-expenditure project. Consequently, we have been able to retain the aim of a non-profit, non-expenditure project. Because of this, we do not charge for applications or use of the space, and in return we do not charge payment for participation. Gallery No.32 is a neutral zone.
However, we are working to secure funding to support those who cannot afford to transport fees etc. |
Installation & Transfer
Installation and transfer dates will be arranged on a one-to-one basis once dates have been secured and finalised. We may be able to arrange pick-up within a certain vicinity and depending on size, but we will definitely be around to assist in any way we can. Please contact us with specific requirements and circumstances.
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Submissions from outside of the UK will be accepted, however please be aware that we are unable to offer financial support for this at this time. On site construction is completely fine, and we will both be available to help with this where we can, whilst ensuring we abide by any governmental regulations that may be in place.
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