M16 Artspace Exhibition Application 2026

M16 Artspace Exhibition Application

Apply for an exhibition in 2026!
We encourage all applicants to download our Exhibition Application Info Pack before starting the application process. This pack provides essential guidance on the application process, terms of exhibiting, and answers to frequently asked questions to assist you in preparing your submission.

Applications in flexible formats or languages will be accommodated wherever possible.

If you have accessibility requirements, need assistance with your application or have any questions please contact us via:

Phone (02) 6295 9438 or email exhibitions@m16artspace.com
1. APPLICANT DETAILS
Name*

First NameLast Name
Pronouns*
Or type 'Rather Not Say'
Business or organisation name if applicable
If Applicable
Address*

CityState

Post codeCountry
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Artist bio*
A brief overview of your current artistic practice, including details about the medium or methods you work in, the concepts your practice explores, and any relevant achievements. For group show submissions, we encourage you to include individual statements for each artist and curator involved.
Artist CV*

Please provide your current artist CV (2 pages max). For group shows provide a CV for each artist and curator involved. Types: pdf, doc, docx
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Social Media handles
Website
Would you like to join our mailing list to find out about upcoming exhibitions and events at M16 Artspace?*

YesNo

3. EXHIBITION PROPOSAL
Exhibition Title*
Type of show*

Solo showDuo ShowGroup show
For group shows: Please list participants full names, pronouns and exhibiting name/s.
Exhibition Proposal (written)*

Please provide a description of your work and its conceptual basis. This can include the ideas behind the proposal, or issues and themes your exhibition will explore. Please note that this field will not be required if you opt to upload your proposal as an audio or video file below.0/300
Exhibition Proposal (audio/video)

For accessbility, applicants have the option to provide parts of their proposal as a video or audio file instead of text. Please provide a description of your work and its conceptual basis - this can include the ideas behind the proposal or issues and themes your proposal explores. Approx. 2-3 minutes in length.
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Installation Plan (written)*

Describe what your exhibition will look like. Where possible, outline the approximate of number of works to be exhibited, along with their mediums and dimensions. List any special installation needs you may require including number of electrical outlets, audio-visual equipment, specialised wall mounts, ceiling hanging points, plinths. See our Exhibition Information Pack for an example. Please note that this field will not be required if you opt to upload your installation plan as an audio or video file below.0/300
Installation Plan (audio/video)

For accessbility, applicants have the option to provide parts of their proposal as a video or audio file instead of text. Describe what your exhibition will look like. Where possible, outline the approximate of number of works to be exhibited, along with their mediums and dimensions. List any special installation needs you may require including electrical outlets, audio-visual equipment, specialised wall mounts, ceiling hanging points, plinths. Approx. 2-3 minutes in length.
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Public Programs
If you have any ideas for public programs to accompany your exhibition, please include them in your submission. Artists are invited and encouraged to present public programs that may further promote their practice and the exhibition.

4. SUPPORT MATERIAL
Include 5–10 examples of your work that best demonstrate your proposal or practice. These can include artwork or installation images, or video or sound samples.

Please use the following file naming convention when uploading your attachments, ensure you label the file as either To Be Exhibited (TBE) or Indicative (Ind).

Images: Artist, Title of Work, Year. Image Credit. TBE/Ind.

Video and Sound Works: Artist, Title of Work, Year, Medium. Duration. TBE/Ind.
Upload images here*

File types: jpg, jpeg, png. 3MB maximum each file
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Video and sound works

For video or sound artworks, please upload a segment of less than 10 minutes, or include a link in the section below. Label in the format 'Artist, Title of Work, Year, Medium. Duration'.
Upload file

File types: mpg, wma, avi. 10MB maximum
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Video or sound artworks may include a link to the work here.
Include any passwords needed for viewing the work here.

5. Demographic Data

M16 Artspace collects demographic data from its exhibitors for the purposes of understanding its own accessibility to, and connections with, diverse sections of the community. We also seek to ensure that our exhibitions are inclusive and representative.

Gender representation*

	Number of artists represented in your proposed exhibition
Woman
Man
Non binary
Rather not say
Other

If you selected 'Other' above, please feel free to specify here

Diversity*

	Number of artists in your proposed exhibition who identify as the following
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
Culturally and linguistically diverse
A person with a disability
LGBTQIA+
Rather not say
None of the above

Age*

	Number of artists in your proposed exhibition in the following age brackets
18 - 24
25 - 34
35 - 44
45 - 54
55 - 64
65 +

Location*

	Number of artists in your proposed exhibition who live predominantly in the following locations
ACT & region
Interstate
International

Privacy

Demographic and personal data is stored by M16 Artspace in a password-protected digital filing system accessible only by M16 staff. From time-to-time we may report aggregated demographic data to our current or potential funders. However, all data reported externally will be de-identified and aggregated.
Feedback
If you have any suggestions, ideas, or feedback on how we can enhance the accessibility and inclusivity of our submission portal and application procedures, we would love to hear from you.
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M16 Artspace Exhibition Application

1. APPLICANT DETAILS

2. PREFERENCES AND AVAILABILITY

3. EXHIBITION PROPOSAL

4. SUPPORT MATERIAL

Video and sound works

5. Demographic Data

Privacy

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