SALA Exhibition

24th of July to 30th August 2026

 

 

ABOUT THE EXHBITION

The exhibition called “Shut Your Eyes and See” is part of this year’s SALA festival and runs from 24 July to 30 August 2026.

 

This exhibition invites artists to explore what it means to see beyond the literal. When we close our eyes, we don’t stop seeing - we imagine, remember, feel, and sense the world in different ways. Although the exhibition has a title (Shut your eyes and see) you are not required to paint to this theme.

 

The following mediums will be accepted. Oils, acrylics, watercolours, mixed media, mosaics, pastels, gouache, drawings (all kinds, pencils, ink, charcoal etc.), photography (AI may be used to enhance it, however the work may not be created solely with AI).

 

In addition, sculptures will be accepted (subject to size and availability of space) as well as video submissions that will be then shown on our AV system during the period of the exhibition. Video submissions must be supplied on a USB drive and may not be longer than 10 minutes’ total running length.

All entries must be the creator’s own original work. Artists and photographers may use AI tools, but only to enhance their own imagery, not to generate the primary content.

For photography based works, the base images must be photographs taken by the entrant, and AI may only be used for up to 40% of the final piece (such as refinement, colour work, minor additions, or stylistic enhancement). The creative vision and majority of the work must remain the entrant’s own.

Due to space constraints the number of entries for artworks is capped at 50 and only 1 artwork for artist is permitted.. It is a first come first served basis, so make sure you get your entry in early!

 

Key dates

 

Last day for submission of this entry form

12pm, 14th July 2026

Delivery of works to gallery (43 High St, Gawler)

11am – 1pm, 19th July 2026

Exhibition opening

6pm, 24th July 2026

Exhibition close and artwork pick up

11am – 1pm, 30th August  2026[AP1] 

Delivery and collection outside of these defined periods may be possible under exceptional circumstances.

 

ARTWORK SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The entry fee is $20 for members and $28 for non-members and $10 for Concession holders who are members of the gallery. Online submissions are strongly encouraged.

 

All entries must be for sale, with a commission (25% for members, 33% for non-members) retained by the gallery. One entry per artist is permitted with acceptance of works at the discretion of the committee.  The subject must not be deemed to be offensive to the general public. The committee reserves the right to refuse any work considered offensive or unsuitable, and its decision will be final. In the event that a work is not approved for exhibition, the artist will be notified and their entry fee refunded.[AP2] 

 

Entries may not exceed a total of 1 metre width, including the frame, and a maximum height of 1.3 metres. The weight of any artwork being hung on the wall may not exceed 3KG. For diptychs and triptychs, the combined width must not exceed one metre. Diptychs and triptychs must be sold as a single work.

 

An artwork identification label must be completed for each artwork and securely attached to the back of the work. Labels are available in the gallery (in the plastic box labelled LABELS in the office) or can be downloaded from our website via the call out for entries page.

 

The artwork must be framed, ready to hang, with generous sized D-rings placed in the top third of the frame or stretched canvas. The identification label must be attached to the back of the artwork. Artworks that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted.

 

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PAYMENT DETAILS

Please indicate the method you used to pay your entry fee when submitting your entry. 

direct bank transfer/in person at the gallery on delivery of artwork/at the gallery prior.

 

Payment for entry into the competition can be made via bank transfer to:

 

The Gawler Community Gallery Inc.  

Beyond Bank  

BSB: 325 185

Account: No 04135253

 

Note: Please use your last name and initial as the reference.

 

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ARTIST AGREEMENT

By submitting an entry, I hereby acknowledge that I agree with the conditions of the exhibition as outlined in this document. In the event that a dispute arises from the interpretation of these conditions, the decision of the Gawler Community Gallery management committee shall be binding on all parties.

 

By submitting my entry/entries, I hereby give permission for the Gawler Community Gallery to use photos of my artwork for publicity and/or advertising purposes, such as social media, website, and general promotions for this exhibition only.  

 

By submitting an entry form, you agree to be rostered on for at least one 3-hour period during the SALA Exhibition. Please either fill in the date/dates you will be rostered on in the roster in the gallery when submitting your entry and delivering your work, or if submitting your entry via email we will send you a link to add yourself to the roster.

 

Electronic submission is the preferred format and can be accessed here

Alternatively, forms may be submitted in person to Gawler Community Gallery during opening hours (10am–4pm Monday–Friday, 11am–4pm Saturday–Sunday).

 

Due care will be taken by Gawler Community Gallery in receiving, storing, and presenting any artwork submitted for display. However, it is the responsibility of the artist to ensure that their artwork is insured, and the gallery accepts no liability for any damage or loss incurred by the artist.