Expression of Interest.
Artist Exhibitions & Space for Hire.

Exhibitions & Events at Radius

Radius offers a flexible, artist-led approach to exhibitions, events and workshops. We provide the space, promotion through our networks, and support where needed.  This allows artists and organisers take creative and operational control of their projects.

Whether you’re proposing an exhibition, workshop, performance, talk, or community event, we invite expressions of interest from artists and groups with a clear concept and professional approach.

At this stage, priority is given to artists and organisers based within approximately 50km of Hepburn, including; Ballarat, Castlemaine, Maldon, Clunes, Creswick, Ballan, Trentham, Woodend, Kyneton, Malmsbury, and surrounding areas.

Artist Exhibitions

Artists and collectives can hire Radius as an exhibition space for a four-week period. This model is non-commission based, with artists managing their own installations, sales, and exhibition sitting.

Events & Space Hire

Radius is also available for events including talks, launches, performances, workshops, and community gatherings. Events may be ticketed or free and can include licensed openings by arrangement.

How the Selection Process Works

Expressions of Interest are reviewed by the Radius committee approximately every three months. Applications are assessed based on:

  • Alignment with the values and aesthetic of Radius

  • Contribution to our diverse annual program

  • Connection to the local region

  • Professional presentation and clarity of concept

Submitting an EOI does not guarantee selection, but all applicants will be contacted once decisions are made.

What Radius Provides

  • Gallery space for exhibitions or events

  • Promotion via:

    • Radius monthly e-news (approx. 650 subscribers)

    • One post on Radius Facebook and Instagram (1,000+ followers each)

  • Listing on the Radius website

  • Advice on curation, installation, and pricing if requested

  • Square card reader available (bank fees apply)

What Artists & Organisers Are Responsible For

  • Hanging, curating, and de-installing their own exhibitions

  • Sitting exhibitions during gallery hours

  • Managing all sales directly (no commission taken by Radius)

  • Supplying and managing alcohol, food, and bar service for openings (where applicable)

  • Insurance for artworks, equipment, and personal property

  • Creating press releases and additional marketing

  • Sharing promotions through local networks and community platforms


Fees

  • Exhibitions: 4-week hire fee (current rate: $950). 25% deposit required to secure your show once approved.

  • Events: Event hire rates vary depending on scale and format.  Generally $50 per hour or $250 for a whole day.  We are open to taking a percentage of ticket sales too.  We also support free community events to ensure the space is accessible to all. 25% deposit required to secure your event once approved.


Applications

Please complete the relevant form below. You may submit for:

  • Artist Exhibition

  • Event or Space Hire

Supporting images or documents may be uploaded as part of your submission.

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Artist Application Form

Event Application Form


What’s Next?

We will be in touch soon to confirm your application has been received. It can be good to email us to confirm as well, sometimes these forms end up in junk! You can send a quick note to: radius@designscope.com.au
We will be back in touch and let you know soon as we can if your application has been successful.

In the mean time keep scrolling for more info on our space including a floor plan which can help you figure out how to configure things, a list of the equipment available and importantly our terms and conditions. Any questions shoot us an email and we will get back to you soon as we can.

Gallery Floor Plan

Download Floor Plan (40 KB PDF)

Radius Equipment & Facilities


  • 1 x PA & Mixer

  • 4 x Microphones

  • 2 x Microphone stands

  • 1 x Data Projector & Screen (USB C / HDMI / VGA connections)

  • WIFI / Internet / Chromecast Audio

  • Laptop or iMac if required

  • Stage (3m x 3m @ approx 20cm / 40cm / 60cm height)

  • 1 x Unisex toilet

  • 1 x Disabled toilet (seperate entrance)

  • 50 seated capacity

  • 5 x round tables / 2 long trestle tables

  • Liquor Licence ($90 per event, bar staff extra)

  • Small Kitchen (fridge / stove / 10 Lt Urn / Kettle)

  • 2 x Card Readers (square & stripe) 5% commission on sales

  • Marketing (monthly e-news & social channels).

RADIUS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

 1.0 Agreement

This Agreement is between RADIUS Art and “the ARTIST” for an exhibition of the ARTIST’s work at RADIUS Art.

2.0 Responsibilities of RADIUS Art

2.1 Exhibition costs will be charged for the full space ($950 for 4 weeks). For some group shows arranged by Radius and invitations to exhibit from Radius the space hire fees are waivered and a commission on sales might be negotiated on a case by case basis.

2.2 RADIUS will not staff exhibition and co-ordinate sales. Our Square Reader is available for sales with a 5% fee to cover costs.

2.3 RADIUS can help and design / print promotional materials including artist statements, invitations, price lists and key exhibition information.

2.4 RADIUS can distribute a press release for the exhibition based on supplied artist information supplied.

2.5 RADIUS will request written materials from the ARTIST including biography, works past and present, as well as the upcoming exhibition information.

2.6 RADIUS will design and distribute electronic exhibition invites to their digital network and to the supplied artist lists. Printed invitations are available at the artist request (printing costs apply, design is free of charge).

2.7 RADIUS will co-ordinate online and social network promotions and materials.

2.8 RADIUS will cover the design costs and co-ordination of advertising in print and/or related arts media at the ARTIST request, however the advertising fees are to be covered by the ARTIST.

6.6 RADIUS reserves the right to use images of artist’s work featured in the exhibition, provided by the ARTIST as well as images taken at Radius during the exhibition, for the sole purpose of promotion of the exhibition in print, online media, and related publications.

6.7 Copyright of all works remains at all times with the ARTIST. Full image credits will accompany all images. The intellectual property of the ARTIST will at all times be respected.

6.8 Installation will be undertaken by the artists.

3.0 Commission and Sales

3.1 Unless otherwise negotiated, all work in an exhibition must be available for sale. RADIUS will pay the artist for any works sold using our payment systems during the exhibit 30 days after the close of the exhibition.

3.2 The breakdown of funds is as follows:

•5% off final sales price for any artworks sold via our payment systems.

•RADIUS receives no commission on the final sales price from any artworks sold.

•If you are registered for GST you need to include 10% GST on your artworks and price to us accordingly.

3.3 All work in the exhibition must be available for sale through RADIUS for the duration of the exhibition.

3.4 If images of original works are editioned (ie prints) RADIUS must be notified prior to the editions going public.

3.5 Any works from the exhibition sold by the artist must be available for collection after the exhibition. Artist are to negotiate and arrange shipping of works to purchasors.

3.6 When artwork is consigned the retail price must be agreed upon and maintained by the artist in all other future sales/exhibitions of their work. Artwork cannot be sold for less than the market price advertised by RADIUS and agreed upon by the artist when consigning the work.

4.0 Liability

RADIUS accepts no responsibility for any physical injury or property loss or damage to the

exhibiting artists work, equipment or supplies in connection with this exhibition.

5.0 Invitations

5.1 Invitations are to be distributed jointly between the ARTIST and RADIUS.

5.2 The ARTIST is required to provide email addresses of people and organisations that they wish to be included within the promotions (see clause 2.6 above).

6.0 Disclosures

6.1 Transportation: The ARTIST assumes all responsibility for the safe transportation of all artwork, including insurance (if desired) in transit to and from RADIUS. Work may be hand-delivered to the Gallery or shipped directly.

6.2 The ARTIST undertakes that they are in a position to exhibit at RADIUS Gallery and are not represented elsewhere ensuring all clauses in Section 9 (Commission and Sales) can be honoured in full.

6.3 If the ARTIST fails to disclose any prohibiting representation, the ARTIST will be solely responsible for any costs incurred by RADIUS.

7.0 Insurance

7.1. RADIUS holds public liability coverage (RAV).

7.2 While all care is taken with artworks displayed at RADIUS, insurance against accidental damage and theft is the responsibility of the ARTIST.

7.3 The ARTIST assumes all risk for the loss or damage to his/her work during transportation prior to and after the exhibition.

8.0 De-installation

8.1 Exhibitors and event organisers will de-install their exhibition and leave the space as they found it.

8.2 Radius reserves the right to select works to retain for sale at RADIUS for the duration of 3 months after the completion of the exhibition.

9.0 Conduct and Responsibility at Events & Exhibitions

9.1 All artists, hirers, collaborators, contractors, crew members, and attendees using RADIUS Art Space are expected to behave in a respectful, lawful, and safe manner at all times.

9.2 RADIUS Art Space operates as a venue provider and is not responsible for the ongoing supervision, monitoring, or enforcement of individual behaviour during exhibitions, events, or associated activities.

9.3 Responsibility for the conduct of attendees, guests, collaborators, and invitees rests with the ARTIST, hirer, or event organiser engaging the space, including compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

9.4 Any conduct that is unsafe, threatening, discriminatory, or unlawful is not tolerated. Matters involving serious misconduct, personal safety concerns, or potential criminal behaviour fall outside the remit of RADIUS Art Space and will be referred to the appropriate authorities rather than managed internally.

9.5 RADIUS Art Space reserves the right to withdraw access to the venue, cancel events, or refuse future bookings where behaviour is deemed to pose a risk to the safety, wellbeing, or comfort of others, or to the reputation and operation of the venue.

PLEASE FIND OUR ARTISTS CONTRACT BELOW. BY EXHIBITING WITH US YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS ABOVE. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE COVERED BY OUR PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY WITH RAV (REGIONAL ARTS VICTORIA) TO ENSURE ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM YOUR ARTWORK TO THE PUBLIC IS COVERED YOU MUST SIGN THE ARTISTS CONTRACT BELOW. FAILURE TO SIGN WILL MEAN YOU ACCEPT LIABILITY OR HAVE YOUR OWN POLICY. ALL ARTISTS ARE EXPECTED TO HAVE THEIR ARTWORK COVERED BY THEIR OWN INSURANCE FOR DAMAGE, LIABILITY OR THEFT. OUR POLICY COVERS OUR STOCK.

ARTIST CONTRACT