2026 Applications Gallery

Gallery Application NOVEMBER 2026
In selecting exhibitions for each month, the board will strive to combine a mix of media, content, group and individual shows, cultures (in the broadest sense of the word), experienced and emerging exhibitors.

Please Note:
- Exhibitions are for ONE week only, hirage starts at 06:00 on Monday and ends 23:59 Sunday - no exceptions.
- Draws are made six months in advance of the available month.
- You can put in a proposal for each month’s draw, but can only have one show per 12 month period
For more information regarding exhibition bookings at Thistle Hall, please consult our website:

www.thistlehall.org.nz/rates-gallery
Applicant Name*
Applicant Phone Number*
Applicant Email Address*
example@example.com
Is this a group show or a solo show?*

GroupSolo
Names of the people in your exhibition
Tell us about your experience as creatives. Tick all that apply.

We have had solo exhibitions beforeWe have been part of group exhibitionsWe have never been part of an exhibition beforeWe are studentsWe are emerging artists/creativesWe are professional artists/creatives
Tell us about your experience as a creative. Tick all that apply.

I've had solo exhibitions beforeI've been part of group exhibitionsI've never been part of an exhibition beforeI am a studentI am an emerging artistI am a professional artist
Exhibition Title (provisional)*
Contact person (if you are a group, please select one member of the group as the primary contact person)*

First NameLast Name
Where are you/your group from? Tick all that apply

Te Whanganui a Tara - Wellington CityTe Whanganui a Tara - wider Wellington regionOther
Preferred Exhibition Dates
First choice
Second choice
Third choice
About your exhibition

Note – this information is kept for statistics purposes only. All other application information is deleted after 6 months.
How would you describe your work? Tick all that apply

Toi MāoriPacific ArtsPaintingPhotographySculptureObject art/ 3D design (for example ceramics, jewellery, furniture)2D design (for example typography,architectural illustration, concept design)Textiles/fibre artsWorks on paper (for example, drawing, print making, collage)Installation, sound or performance artOther
Explain the Ideas/s or Kaupapa of your exhibition*
Explain how your exhibition will engage with wider Wellington Communities:*
Please list your intended opening hours.*
We expect exhibitions to be open to the public Tuesday - Saturday. You can be open longer, but must leave enough to set up and take down your exhibition.
Are you a community group? Please tick if you would like to be considered for special places reserved for community groups*

YesNo
For a solo show please provide 2-4 images of your proposed work. For a group show please provide a selection of images from different artists involved.*

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Gallery Application NOVEMBER 2026

Preferred Exhibition Dates

About your exhibition