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The Smithers Art Gallery requires a Summer Gallery Intern who will be responsible for:
- organising,promoting, and teaching summer art programs for children and youth including,but not limited to, a two-week art camp and Saturday morning art activities;
- undertaking community outreach;
- organising fundraising events;
- performing market research;
- gallery staffing;
- assisting with the general administration of the Gallery.
We are looking for an energetic self-starter with a creative spirit and the ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a small team. Preference will be given to candidates with an interest or training in fine or performing arts and/or
education including Early Childhood Education. Preference will be given to qualified First Nations applicants.Events management and/or marketing experience an advantage.Reports to: Gallery Manager, Smithers Art Gallery
Salary: dependant upon experience
Hours: 30 hrs/week
Hiring period: June to August including Saturdays (start/end dates to be confirmed)
Special conditions: Must be aged 19-30 yrs, be currently registered as a full-time student and be returning to full-time studies in the next academic year.
Please read the full job description attached below (available in PDF and Word format)
Application deadline: Thursday May 17, 2012
"Ethnobotany: use of plants for food, technology, and medicine"
by Rosamund Pojar
7.30pm-9.30pm at the Gallery
This promises to be a fascinating talk. It's a free drop-in so no registration required, just come to the Gallery by the start time of 7.30pm!
We move to our Saturday summer hours this weekend, opening from 9am to 1pm, which means that our FREE drop-in art activities for kids have also begun!
We're kicking off with Gyotaku fish printing - this is lots of fun for kids and adults, drop in and have a go!
"Craft as Art"
May 29 – June 30, 2012
The Smithers Art Gallery is excited to showcase the talents of its members. We are inviting artists to participate in a members' group show that will be exhibited from May 29 to June 30, 2012.
The theme of the show will be “Craft as Art”. We are primarily, but not exclusively, looking for items that are hand-crafted and for everyday use, or items that are created from everyday items. Functional creations which also convey artistic expression could include musical instruments, furniture, pottery, textiles, etc.
We will accept 3 pieces from each artist, but reserve the right to display fewer pieces if we are constrained by space limitations in the gallery. Conversely, if we receive too few entries we may invite artists to exhibit more than 3 pieces.
Exhibitors must be paid-up members of the Smithers Art Gallery by the start date of the exhibition. Memberships are still just $25 annually, and our membership year runs from May 1—April 30.
The Gallery's commission rate on art sales is 25% for members. Exhibited works do not have to be for sale.
Submissions will be accepted until Tuesday, May 15th
Submission forms are available from the Gallery or for download below
For more information on "Craft as Art" contact
Michel Kafer: m_kafer@hotmail.com
(250)877-1244
Forms below, available in both Word and PDF format:
Submission form
Inventory Template
Abridged Artist Contract
The Gallery's AGM took place on June 21st, 2011. The Annual Report is available for download below in PDF format.
Having a meeting? Need a place to host an event or workshop?
Did you know the Smithers Art Gallery rents out the gallery space?
The gallery is available for rental outside of the hours we are open to the public. It has a well-lit interior with ample room for hosting events such as board meetings, workshops, and coffee houses. We have seating for approximately 40, trestle tables, and a kitchen.
The rental cost is $15 per hour, and a $50 damage deposit is required. The damage deposit will be returned at the end of your event if no damage has been done to the gallery.
To book the Gallery drop us an email at info@smithersart.org, or call us on 250-847-3898 to make sure the date you are requesting is available - we will make a provisional booking for you which will be confirmed once you have signed the rental agreement and made payment.
The PDF version of the rental agreement can be found below. The completed form can be mailed to the Gallery, or dropped off during our hours of operation, along with all fees.
The Smithers Art Gallery is adopting a strategic plan to develop a more efficient, effective, and productive system in which to operate. The plan aims to increase the diversity of our shows and events, increase public awareness of our organization and image, continue our community involvement and enrichment through art education, and increase our accessibility.
Check out the PDF files below for the complete Strategic Plan and Gallery Survey results!
Why become a Member of the Smithers Art Gallery?
The Art Gallery needs your support to remain the pre-eminent visual arts facility in the Bulkley Valley, showcasing the work of local and regional artists since 1971. The Gallery is almost entirely volunteer-run, and operates solely on grants and donations from the public.
Your membership fees go directly to fund art exhibits, workshops, classes, kids' art camps and to building a vibrant arts community here in northwest BC. As a member, you can look forward to the following benefits:
- Discounts on Gallery art workshops, classes, and events.
- Reciprocal membership benefits and discounts at 27 participating art galleries and museums in BC, Alberta, Yukon, Ontario, and the USA (see Reciprocal Membership brochure attached below)
- Receiving our bi-monthly newsletter What's Up in the Gallery and special member bulletins and reminders of upcoming shows and events.
- Being listed in the Artist Directory on our website - a well-used resource for people looking for artists!
- Exhibiting work in the Gallery at a reduced commission rate
- Exhibiting in the bi-annual Members' Show
- Eligibility to take advantage of the Gallery's Payment Plan for the purchase of artwork
- A vote at the AGM
- Discounts at select Smithers' merchants and restaurants:
The Annual Membership fee is still only $25.
Download a Membership Form from the link below. Please fill out the form and
drop it off with payment at the Gallery, mail it to Box 122 Smithers, BC, V0J 2N0, or come by the Gallery in person during our open hours. Payment can be made by cash, cheque, credit, or debit.Thank you for your support!
Wintergold Arts and Craft Fair
Friday Nov 25th, 5pm-9pm
Saturday Nov 26th 10am-4pm
Central Park Building
Admission $2.00
Fundraiser for Smithers Art Gallery
Door prize donated by Central Mountain Air!