Exhibition proposals
We are now inviting exhibition proposals for the Jenny Dowell Gallery, a prominent space near the main entrance dedicated to showcasing artists from our region. In this round, five artists or collectives will be selected to exhibit in 2026.
With a large floor-to-ceiling, public-facing window, the exhibition will be highly visible to passers-by and audiences engaging in activities in the Lismore Quadrangle.
Artists receive a fee of $500 for the exhibition and are responsible for its installation and de-installation.
Our program is planned in advance and is balanced each year to reflect the diverse interests and voices of people from our region. In our upstairs galleries, we showcase curated exhibitions, touring exhibitions, and occasionally, a rotation of the permanent collection.
Gallery Specifications
- Space is approx. 9.8m x 3.5m x 3.4m high
- Gallery lighting and hanging tracks
Proposal requirements
- A maximum of 10 images
- Your CV or artist biography
- One page including your artist statement with the exhibition concept and ideas for public programming
- Date preference
- Links to your website, if available
To increase accessibility, video submissions outlining your CV and artist statement are welcome. Ensure the video is no longer than five minutes, then upload the video to YouTube (as a private video) and share the link.
Submit your proposal by email to art.gallery@lismore.nsw.gov.au with the subject line: Exhibition proposal submission – Your Name.
Key dates
Proposals may be submitted at any time throughout the year. A selection panel will assess all proposals following the schedule below.
- Exhibition proposals open on 19 January 2025
- Exhibition proposals close on 30 September 2025
- All applicants notified by 31 October 2025
