Artist Expression of Interest Submission Form

Artist Expression of Interest Submission Form

FLUX - A Coastal Claymakers exhibition at YAM
APPLICATIONS CLOSE MONDAY 17 AUGUST 2026 5pm AEST

1. Please prepare your application in a separate word documment and cut and paste into this form to submit. Have your images ready to upload.

2. Read the accompanying terms and conditions document for detailed information about the submission process.

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION
In 2026, the Coastal ClayMakers members’ exhibition, FLUX, will showcase a diverse cross-section of contemporary ceramics at YAM, Yarilla Arts and Museum, Coffs Harbour. The exhibition will feature small artworks by Coastal ClayMakers members. Each piece will be no more than 15cm deep and wide, and no more than 40cm high. The work can be any functional or sculptural object and should be responsive to the exhibition title FLUX.

FLUX will highlight the diversity and excellence of ceramic practice on the Mid North Coast providing selected Coastal ClayMakers members with an opportunity to exhibit, promote, and sell recent work. We encourage all current Coastal ClayMakers to apply - there is no entry fee.

If you are NOT currently a Coastal ClayMakers member but would like to be involved, click this link to join.

EXHIBITION THEME: Flux – to shape and to fuse motion and memory

This exhibition will explore transformation, movement, and the imprint of memory through clay - celebrating how the material holds traces of change, emotion, and time.

We welcome submissions that:
-are functional or sculptural and/or
-experimental and/or
-reflect how clay captures change, motion and memory

ELIGIBILITY AND KEY INFORMATION
- The applicant is required to be a Coastal ClayMakers member at the time of submitting the FLUX proposal, through to the close of the exhibition (15 November 2026).
- The application process enables members to submit up to three works for consideration.
- Work can be for sale. If the artist collects GST this must be built into the sale price along with the 33% commission taken by the gallery.
-Works can also be designated NFS (not for sale)
- Artworks must be no more than 15cm deep and wide, and no more than 40cm high. Please ensure works are indeed within 15 x 15 x 40cm. Works larger than these dimensions will not be accepted.
- All work to be made primarily out of clay or ceramic.
- Works will be selected by the YAM curatorial team and a representative from the Australian Ceramics Association.

If you require more information please send enquiries to coastalclaymakers2450@gmail.com.

IMPORTANT DATES
Applications open: Monday 9 February 2025
Applications close: 17 August 2026, 5pm AEST
Artists will be notified via email by around mid September 2026
Delivery of artwork to YAM: 12 October 2026 between 10am-1pm
Exhibition opens: 15 October 2026
NAME*

First NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Postcode
Email*
example: hi@hapevillemakerspace.com
Instagram
example: @hapevillemakerspace
Facebook
example: @hapevillemakerspace
Website
example: www.hapevillemakerspace.com
Contact Number*
Artist Bio*

Tell us a little about you and your ceramic practice. 300 Words Maximum0/100
How did you hear about the exhibition?

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You may submit up to 3 works. Please complete the details below for each work:

You will need one image of each work and a brief description or artist statement (100 words max) for each work.
Entry 1.

Please complete all fields below.
Upload Image #1 (filename: LastNameFirstName_ImageTitle) *

File Types: jpeg, jpg (minimum: 96dpi, 1200 on the longest side)
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Title*
Medium*
example: stoneware, handbuilt, woodfired celadon glaze
Year*
Ideally, work should have been made in the last 2 years. and not previously exhibited.
Size*
Size limit of 15 x 15cm base and 40cm in height
Price for Sale*
Your sale price must be at least $150 and include 33% gallery commission. If you are registered for GST, please include that in the sale price. Or indicate NFS if not for sale.
Does your work have special handling or installing requirements?
Please describe any special handling or installing requirements that the gallery staff need to know.
Would you like to submit a second entry? You can submit up to 3 entries.

YESNO

Entry 2.

Please complete all fields below
Upload Image #2 (filename: LastNameFirstName_ImageTitle) *

File Types: jpeg, jpg (minimum: 96dpi, 1200 on the longest side)
Cancelof
Title*
Medium*
example: stoneware, handbuilt, woodfired celadon glaze
Year*
Ideally, work should have been made in the last 2 years and not previously exhibited.
Size *
Size limit of 15 x 15cm base and 40cm in height
Price for Sale*
Your sale price must be at least $150 and include 33% gallery commission. If you are registered for GST, please include that in the sale price. Or indicate NFS if not for sale.
Does your work have special handling or installing requirements?
Please describe any special handling or installing requirements that the gallery staff need to know.
Would you like to submit a third entry? You can submit a maximum of 3 entries.

YESNO

Entry 3.

Please complete all fields below
Upload Image #3 (filename: LastNameFirstName_ImageTitle) *

File Types: jpeg, jpg (minimum: 96dpi, 1200 on the longest side)
Cancelof
Title*
Medium*
example: stoneware, handbuilt, woodfired celadon glaze
Year*
Ideally, work should have been made in the last 2 years and not previously exhibited.
Size *
Size limit of 15 x 15cm base and 40cm in height
Price for Sale*
Your sale price must be at least $150 and include 33% gallery commission. If you are registered for GST, please include that in the sale price. Or indicate NFS if not for sale.
Does your work have special handling or installing requirements?
Please describe any special handling or installing requirements that the gallery staff need to know.

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Artist Expression of Interest Submission Form

You may submit up to 3 works. Please complete the details below for each work:

Entry 1.

Entry 2.

Entry 3.