FAQ‘S

What should artists consider when offered show space?
Does CARFAC BC offer any help in checking over contracts?

Situation: An artist has been offered free exhibition space and some promotion for a group show and opening event. The idea is to make a fairly quiet commercial space seem more inviting to prospective tenants. The artist/organizer has asked the company offering the space to provide security and insurance. The artist/organizer wants to make sure that all the artists' works are safe in the event of bankruptcy or disappearance of the company making the offer.

There is available advisory notes written for artists. These notes cover a wide range of subjects as per the list at There is a nominal fee of ¢50 for these advisory notes to members and at a $2.50 charge for non-members.

CARFAC BC are not lawyers and recommends that all artists, if unsure of the contract terms, should consult qualified legal counsel.

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Disclaimer: CARFAC BC is an organization run by volunteers, in essence, artists working for artists. These Frequently Asked Questions are produced by CARFAC BC as an informational service to provide a summary of issues of interest to practising visual artists. They are intended to be used as guidelines, not to replace professional advice, which may be required before taking action. CARFAC BC cannot assume liability for problems that may arise from their use or for any errors or omissions contained herein. Views expressed on this site are not necessarily those of CARFAC BC.