All exhibition applications are submitted through our online Squarespace form. The form collects your contact details, artwork information and preferred exhibition option, and allows you to upload high‑quality images for review.

Once your application has been received, the Gallery will contact you to confirm availability, discuss potential dates and outline the next steps. Submission does not guarantee acceptance. All applications are reviewed in line with our quality and presentation standards.

Applicants should ensure that all information provided is accurate and complete, as it will be used for scheduling, marketing and sales administration throughout the exhibition period.

General Information

Eastgate Studio Gallery welcomes submissions from printmakers across all mediums. All work is reviewed with care, and the Gallery reserves the right to accept or decline any piece at its discretion.

Presentation and Framing Standards

All artworks must arrive professionally presented and ready to hang or display. Presentation includes the back, top and sides of each piece, which should appear clean, well crafted and new.

Framing Requirements

• Frames must complement and enhance the artwork without distraction.

• Use simple, real‑wood mouldings in black, neutral or natural finishes.

• Mats, if used, must be in neutral tones.

• Avoid bright, ornate or busy frames, as well as snap‑on or clip frames.

• Hang with cord or wire fixed one‑third down the back.

• Sawtooth hangers are not accepted.

• Glazing must be clean and scratch‑free.

• Float mounting is acceptable for works with deckle edges or handmade paper.

Delivery and Labelling

All artworks must be delivered to Eastgate Studio on the agreed date between 11am and 4pm. Works must arrive display‑ready and clearly labelled.

Label Information

• Artist name

• Title of work

• Medium or technique

• Edition number, if applicable

• Price

Unframed Prints

• Must be cellophane‑wrapped with a card backing for protection.

• Must include the same label information.

Exhibition Timeline

Eastgate Studio will helping the planning of your exhibition. This will include for example:

• Delivery of framed and unframed prints to Eastgate Studio

• Set‑up week and photoshoot if required for website and social media

• Preview or meet‑the‑artist event

• Exhibition opens

• Online exhibition opens at www.eastgatestudio.co.uk if appropriate

• Possible meet‑the‑artist session

• Exhibition closes date

• Possible alternative celebration of the exhibition

• Takedown and delivery or collection of unsold prints

We look forward to exhibiting your work at Eastgate Studio Gallery.

Gallery Display

• Framed works are hung using the STAS system.

• Smaller works may be displayed on plinths.

• Unframed prints are displayed in browsers.

• Sold works may be taken immediately by the purchaser.

• Reserve pieces may be displayed as replacements.