We’re passionate about changing how people access and engage with art, ushering in a new era of art appreciation that everyone can be part of. Art has the power to profoundly impact people’s lives—yet nearly 75% of people don’t visit galleries. We want to bridge that gap and create opportunities for more people to experience the value and beauty of art in ways that feel accessible, inspiring, and inclusive.

On average, artwork is displayed with any one client for around 3 months. However, rotation periods may be slightly longer or shorter depending on the client’s needs.

Once your work has been selected for display, we manage it for up to 12 months (unless it sells earlier). During this time, our goal is to exhibit it across three to four different client venues. If your artwork is not currently on display, it will be kept safely in our secure storage facility while we continue to seek new opportunities to showcase it.

Absolutely. Every artwork is displayed with a plaque highlighting your story, inspirations, medium, and price. We also share Curator Notes with clients each rotation to reinforce your presence.

If your work sells, we charge a flat 25% commission. Buyers pay a 10% deposit, with the balance settled at the end of the rotation before delivery. We’re also partnered with Art Money, allowing buyers to purchase in instalments—while you receive full payment upfront.

No joining fees!

In fact, no fees or commissions are taken unless you sell a work, which is only a 25% commission, the lowest in our industry. (This is taken to facilitate the transportation and other marketing the artwork for you!)

Yes, you do. We have a clear royalty system: for any artwork on display (not in storage) over 60cm and valued at $550+, artists receive royalties representing over 25% of ColourSpace subscription revenue.

Royalties are paid at the end of each 3-month rotation. If your artwork later sells, we apply our standard 25% commission and recoup any royalties already paid. In short, you’ll either earn royalties or a sale, but not both.

Nope—you retain full rights to your artwork and can sell pieces on display. The only requirement is that you notify us immediately if a piece sells elsewhere, so we can update our records. If we find a buyer at the same time, we reserve the right to take priority. Many artists simply note “On exhibition, unavailable for 3 months” on their own sites to manage this.

If your artwork is in temporary storage, we’re happy to return it anytime. Once on display, we ask that it remain for the full rotation to maintain our curated selection and minimise client disruption.

For urgent returns during a rotation, you can provide a replacement piece of similar style and size, with a one-off $100 fee for priority courier. Otherwise, returns at the end of the rotation or from storage are free of charge.

Once you know of a show/saleof your artwork, please contact Meghan [email protected] asap so she can take it out of rotation and prepare it for return.

We aim to keep your art on display as much as possible. If a suitable venue isn’t immediately available, your work is stored securely in a light-protected, temperature-controlled facility while we continue seeking new opportunities.

Artwork in storage is prioritised for upcoming rotations and other opportunities, such as short-term leases or sales enquiries. At the end of the 12-month management period, any unsold work, along with accrued royalties, will be returned to you.

The 12-month agreement is intial and can be extended to ongoing.

It depends on your medium. Original artwork should be on pre-stretched canvases—we can handle the wiring. For prints, please contact ColourSpace to discuss frames.

Any questions about framing please contact us!

We always prefer to display originals, as they best convey texture, depth, and presence.

Prints are reviewed on a case-by-case basis to ensure they meet our quality standards before display. Unfortunately, we do not accept prints on canvas.

We require artworks, especially paintings on stretched canvas, to meet certain display standards:

1. Minimum 8oz canvas (heavier for larger pieces)

2. Properly stretched, taught canvas with no warps

3. Stretcher bars with a minimum depth of 3cm, especially for larger works

Paintings that don’t meet these standards may not be displayable and could incur a call-out fee if issues are identified upon collection.

We share photos and videos of your work across our social media, website, and other channels, including print. You are always fully credited, and sales details are included where relevant.

We’ll promote your work on all social media and tag you. Let us know if you’d like the original photos.

Coverage for your artwork starts from pickup until it’s returned to you or a buyer. In case of theft or damage (excluding minor wear and tear, such as small scuffs or marks from wire installation), you will be fully compensated up to 100% of the agreed value.

Yes! Our artists recommend the following:

• Frames Readymade (352 Lygon St, East Brunswick | 8388 7631) – 25% off frames for artists exhibiting with ColourSpace (excludes mats and framing).

• F81 (10A Taparoo Rd, Templestowe | [email protected]) – a home studio framer known for good pricing.

• Thirds (613 Brunswick St, North Fitzroy | 9489 5615) – recommended for printing services and value.

We consider all artworks that meet our criteria but generally avoid nudity, religious content, or overtly sexual or violent themes, as most displays are in corporate settings.

Clients typically request artworks 75 cm and larger due to larger office spaces, so smaller works are less frequently selected, though occasional requests do arise.

We do not commission works. We showcase existing pieces, but we don’t request artists to create new works for clients.

You can stay updated on ColourSpace through our website, Facebook, and Instagram. We also share photos of your artwork via social media and email, which you’re welcome to share.

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