ARTIST PARTICIPATION
TERMS
A clear framework for a professional collaboration
These terms apply to artists selected by VIVANT ART SPACE. Submitting an application does not guarantee an exhibition. The final arrangements are confirmed in an individual agreement.
01 APPLICATION & SELECTION
Eligibility The open call is open to emerging and established artists, local, Swiss and international, from all countries and of all nationalities.
Disciplines Painting, sculpture, photography, digital or generative art, parametric art, installations, immersive art, light art, design, art furniture, ceramics, glass, textile, mural art, mixed media and experimental or innovative creations.
Selection Applications are assessed on artistic quality, originality, coherence of the artistic approach, technical feasibility and fit with the curatorial line of VIVANT ART SPACE.
02 ARTIST PORTFOLIO
Portfolio Applications must include a complete portfolio and the information requested in the application form.
For each artwork Title, year, medium or materials, dimensions, weight where relevant, sale price, insurance value, high-resolution photographs and a short description of the artwork.
Additional information VIVANT ART SPACE may request further information or supporting documents before confirming the final selection.
Personal data Personal data submitted as part of your application is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
03 ARTWORKS, RIGHTS & INSURANCE
Ownership Artists retain ownership of their artworks throughout the exhibition period, unless a work is sold.
Rights Artists confirm that they are the creators of the artworks or hold the necessary rights for their exhibition, promotion and sale.
Insurance Each artist is responsible for insuring their artworks during transportation, storage and exhibition. The insurance value of each artwork must be provided.
04 TRANSPORT & INSTALLATION
Logistics Packing, transport, delivery and collection of the artworks are the responsibility of the artist, unless otherwise agreed.
International Any customs formalities, duties and import or export costs are the responsibility of the artist, unless otherwise agreed.
Installation Any requirements regarding weight, fixing, hanging, power supply, assembly or technical equipment must be reported. VIVANT ART SPACE confirms the feasibility and method of installation.
05 SALE OF ARTWORKS
Prices Artworks offered for sale have a price communicated before the exhibition.
Commission VIVANT ART SPACE receives a 25% commission on sales made in connection with the exhibition.
Payment of sales Invoicing, collection and payment to the artist are set out in the individual contract.
06 COMMUNICATION
Images The artist authorises VIVANT ART SPACE to photograph and film the exhibited artworks and the events related to the exhibition.
Use Images supplied or produced may be used for the communication of VIVANT ART SPACE and MAG VIVANT, in particular on the website, social media and editorial media.
Intellectual property This authorisation does not transfer the intellectual property of the artworks.
07 DURATION, PACKAGE & PAYMENT
Minimum exhibition period Exhibitions at VIVANT ART SPACE have a minimum duration of 3 consecutive months.
Package The selected package and exhibition dates are confirmed following the artist’s selection.
Additional artworks / extended exhibition Requests to exhibit additional artworks or extend the exhibition beyond 3 months may be discussed with VIVANT ART SPACE, depending on the project, available space and exhibition programme.
Payment The total fee for the agreed exhibition period, with a minimum duration of 3 months, is payable in two instalments: 50% upon signing the agreement and the remaining 50% no later than 10 days before the exhibition begins.
Reservation No payment is required when submitting an application. The exhibition period is reserved once the agreement has been signed and the initial 50% payment has been received.
Exhibition confirmation Full payment must be received before the installation of the artworks and the start of the exhibition.
08 SPECIFIC PROJECTS & CONTRACT
Tailor-made Monumental, immersive or light installations, or projects with specific technical requirements, are subject to a tailor-made proposal.
Contract The collaboration becomes effective after selection, confirmation of the period, signature of the individual contract and receipt of the agreed payment.
