FAQs
*If you have a question that is not answered here please e-mail it to us for response.
STUDIO & GALLERY HIRE
What is the process used to hire your spaces?
All first time hires start with a live phone call between you and us to establish a sense of whether we are a good fit. During this process we share costs and discuss the different modes of hiring available to you in our gallery or studio space.
Successful applicants will be provided with further details as required.
Who can hire your spaces?
Artists & makers are encouraged to apply to use our gallery space and studio, however we also welcome professional/ independent bookings by groups and individuals delivering small presentations & workshops that require a lovely space in the Valley…book clubs to influencers welcome.
Is there a loading zone for delivery of materials/ artwork?
Yes - there is a loading zone at the mouth of California Lane (on McLachlan Street - near the 7Eleven) where the gallery is located & directly downstairs from the studio space.
Do your spaces have wi-fi?
Yes. It is included in your fee.
GALLERY ONLY
What are the minimum/ maximum hire times for the pop-up gallery in California Lane?
Minimum = 1 week
Maximum = 4 weeks
(bump-in is on a Wednesday & bump out is by 3pm last Tuesday of hire)
Who mans the gallery during my show?
When you hire the space independently manning is your responsibility. If you are unable to man the space you can request SB staff to man it for you at an additional cost.
Are there set operating hours I need to have the gallery open?
No. You determine the hours you want to open.
Does SB take a commission of sales made while I am showing in the gallery?
No. When you hire the gallery independently all sales are made to you directly and incur no fees from us.
How do I collect payment for my sales?
It will be up to you to arrange payment collection. We recommend having a payment option that allows your buyers to use credit card - an eftpos machine or Square works well.
What insurances do I need?
We recommend exploring professional indemnity insurance at a minimum. We do not cover any losses or damages incurred by you during your exhibition and any damages or injuries sustained as result of your exhibition (during bump in, show or bump out) will be deferred to you as the sub-lease tenant.
Can we hire the gallery privately for a group show?
Yes. However, all communication and responsibilities for the space will be done through one nominated representative and all artists will need Studio on Brunswick approval prior the exhibition commencement.
STUDIO ONLY
What are the minimum/ maximum hire times for the studio in the Carroll Building?
half day = 4 hours
full day = 8 hours
2 & 3 day workshops can be negotiated upon request
How do I arrange ticket sales?
You are responsible for ticket sales. Where you do not have a website we recommend using ClassBento.
Alternately we can arrange sales via our website for an additional fee.
Do I pay a commission to SB from my ticket sales?
No.
CORPORATE/ PRIVATE WORKSHOPS
Do you arrange creative sessions for corporate or private events (such as Team Building Sessions, Hen’s Nights and EOY celebrations)?
Absolutely - we can arrange private creative sessions such as vase painting, canvas painting, polymer clay or cold metal forming jewellery & object making (from 3 to 6 hours) tailored to your specific needs.
Minimum number - 4
Maximum - 16
*Contact us to discuss your needs and for more information including creative activity options & costs.
FEES/ PAYMENTS
How do I secure a booking?
when a gallery booking is more than 6 weeks away:
minimum 50% payment required at time of booking
remaining payment due 6 weeks prior event
all half day & full day studio bookings require full payment at time of booking.
Do you provide discounted options or donations for charities/ humanitarian projects?
We seek to actively support those doing good in our community - drop us an e-mail with a clear proposal and links to your organisation/group for our consideration.
CANCELLATIONS/ REFUNDS
What is your cancellation policy?
We totally understand that cancellations are sometimes necessary just as we know our community understand that managing a gallery, studio and offering workshops demand much financial investment, time and effort.
With these considerations taken into account we offer the following options:
GALLERY & STUDIO HIRE BOOKING CANCELLATIONS
At time of booking, a 50% deposit is required to secure that booking with full payment being required no less than 6 weeks prior entry to space. This booking fee is non-transferrable and non-refundable.
A cooling down period of 7 days from when invoice is sent applies. During this time a no explanation cancellation window is available and funds paid will be returned less a 15% processing fee.
After this time, all cancellations & date changes up until 6 weeks prior event booking start date, will incur a $200 processing fee and remaining funds paid to us will be held by Studio on Brunswick as credit for the payee to use with Studio on Brunswick for up to 12 months. The payee can use this credit toward future hire (of space already booked) such as studio space hire, gallery space hire, SB Curated Group Show entry or as application fees to our Creative Showcases. Cancellations after this time frame are non-tranferrable and non-refundable.
Where a cancellation is necessary due to serious and unforeseen circumstances special arrangements may be available.
WORKSHOP/ EVENT TICKET PURCHASES
Where bookings are made via our website we offer the following:
tickets can be cancelled & refunded to payee up to 6 weeks prior event (will incur a 25% processing fee)
tickets cancelled after this time and up to 3 days prior event will be held as credit for payee and will be transferrable to other events on website (less a 25% processing fee).
If unable to attend event and wish to gift your ticket to that event please contact Studio on Brunswick to provide details of new attendee (this will incur no fee *please note this does not apply to gallery/ exhibition bookings)
TRAVEL/PARKING
What do you recommend for travel and parking?
There are many parking and travel options surrounding our location. The most popular are:
OPTION 1: AVOID PARKING ALTOGETHER & TRAIN or BUS
Fortitude Valley Railway Station (3 minute walk to studio)
65 Brunswick St.
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Australia
OPTION 2: PARKING
There is paid parking on McLachlan Street (our studio is above the 7Eleven on the corner of McLachlan & Brunswick Streets). The parking is 4 hours metres and can be topped up manually or you can download the Cellopark AU app to your phone and manage it from the comfort of our studio. The cost is very reasonable - a couple of dollars per hour)
Alternately follow this link to see the many parking options surrounding us - fees to these places vary and are worth checking beforehand.