Through education, residencies, exhibitions and events Oxygen advances rural cultural development and achieves experimental, accessible and inclusive programming.
320 Vernon Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4E4
2503526322
Tell us about your organization:
What kinds of installation setup does your space have to offer?
multi-media, plinths, hanging systems, audio, floorpans
Are there artists from specific regions that you are interested in showcasing?
Regional Artists
National
Is there a specific medium/genre of art making that your organization focuses on?
Contemporary Art
Socially Engaged (that takes place outside of the traditional white-walled gallery)
Are you a member of CARFAC?
No
Does your organization have a membership(s) that artists can join?
Yes
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
Do you have an active relationship with the local First Nations and Indigenous communities?
Following cultural protocols, programming history, friendship
Do you have a diversity strategy, anti-racism or decolonization statement in place and can it be found on your website?
No
What are your current actions and future commitments to build or maintain your relationship with the First Nations and Indigenous artists and community?
We are in the process of finalizing an Accessibility Vision statement and action plan, as well as re-structuring our organization according to intersectional feminist, decolonial, and anti-capitalist practices.
Are you aware of Indigenous Protocols for the visual arts in your community?
Yes
Do you offer land acknowledgements?
Yes, during events and programs
Yes, on our website
Yes, on printed matter and promotional materials (postcards, brochures, business cards, etc.)
Are there specific power dynamics that your organization has identified? And what are your current actions to address them?
Organizational policies enact generous pay rates for artists and creatives; All collaborators are paid a living wage/professional wage; Coverage for administration, communication, and process-based exploration; Maintaining accessible space and policies for artists from marginalized communities;
Is your organization accessible via any of the following?
Image and/or video descriptions for online content
Map of space with room/hallway dimensions
Subtitling in videos
Wheelchair accessibility
What opportunities do you offer for emerging artists?
Artist in Residence
Educational Outreach
Exhibitions
Mentorships
Scholarships
Workshops
Events, readings, intensives, youth programming
Submission Process
How does your exhibition selection process work?
Submissions to a Programming Committee/Jury
oxygenartcentre.org/exhibitions-residencies/submissions/
Do you offer other methods or opportunities for artists to showcase their works?
Artist Talks
Open Studios
Workshops
What supports do you provide for exhibiting artists?
Two Way Shipping
(Value up to) Insurance
Listings and newsletters
CARFAC Fees
Which CARFAC Fees do you pay for exhibitions?
Solo
Group
Performance
Reproduction
Media art screenings and presentations
Preparation/administrative costs; Royalties
Which CARFAC Fees do you pay for digital programming?
Onsite and virtual exhibitions
Which CARFAC Fees do you pay for non-commercial reproductions?
Audio-visual
Digital and electronic
Which CARFAC Fees do you pay for commercial reproductions?
N/A
Which CARFAC Fees do you pay for artist professional services?
Presentation and consultation fees
Jury fees
Writing fees
Preparation fees
Installation fees
Other Offered Support for Artists
What accessibility supports do you have for artists?
Ramps
Hanging Height
Consultations
What ways do you compensate artists?
CARFAC Fees (https://carfac-raav.ca)
Honourariums