We are now offering two ways to join AllSorts Gallery!
You have the option to become a Member by buying a share in the Co-op and gaining all the benefits of full membership, or we also offer an Associate application for artists who have trouble getting into the Hamilton area.
If you would like to print an application form to submit by mail or in person, just click on the links to download:
the Full Membership PDF, or the Associate Membership PDF.
If you’re not sure which application to choose, the requirements and benefits of joining AllSorts Gallery, whether it’s as a full Member or an Associate, are outlined below:
AllSorts Gallery is incorporated under the Ontario Co-operative Corporations Act. Members equally own and control the Co-op. AllSorts Gallery is managed by a Board of Directors elected from members of the Co-op.
AllSorts Gallery, located in the Ottawa Street BIA at 244 Ottawa Street North in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada provides a venue for Hamilton and area artists to display and sell their work. As a group we work to increase awareness and appreciation of the arts in the community.
AllSorts Gallery has a deep respect for all who create and strives to showcase excellence in all media forms for the buying public. When selecting members, the jury looks for design excellence, quality, workmanship and originality. The sales potential of the artwork is also a consideration. We are looking for those who excel in their chosen media and work that is original, well conceived, expertly executed without technical faults, and shows an identity of design.
Membership Requirements and Benefits:
1. Artists are a Canadian Citizen or Landed Immigrant of Canada and legal to work in
Canada.
2. All work for sale must be designed and handcrafted by the artist. Items made from
commercial kits, plans or patterns are not allowed. Ready‐made components are
acceptable only where their importance is subordinate to the skill and design contributed
by the maker and where their use is clearly appropriate to the nature and design of the
work. Articles made from molds are acceptable only where the mold is the design and
product of the artist or craftsperson or where the mold is evidently subordinate to the
maker’s creativity. Copyright laws must be adhered to in all work.
3. Upon acceptance, all new members enter a ‘Probationary Period’ for up to three months
during which time their work is assessed for salability at AllSorts Gallery, and the Co‐op
will retain a 40% commission on all sales generated from the gallery including referrals or
orders. The artists’ percentage of sales is 60%.
4. After the probationary period, Member is required to purchase a membership share of
$500. The Co-op purchases the share back at its original value upon termination of
membership. Members will pay a non-refundable annual fee of $50 plus applicable taxes
beginning in year 2 of their membership.
5. All artists will have their work juried. Artists may only sell those items that are directly
related to those that they have presented for jurying. Any new types of products will need
to be juried in.
6. Member must participate in the operation of the Co-op. For instance working in the store,
serving on the Board or committees.
7. Members will have a year-round permanent space to sell within the shop to display their
work.
8. The Co‐op will retain a 25% commission on all sales generated from the gallery including
referrals or orders. The artists’ percentage of sales is 75%.
9. Members agree to sell their work either directly themselves or consign at other galleries
and shops at no less than the price it is listed for at AllSorts Gallery.
10. From the fees and commissions the Co‐op will pay for expenses associated with
operating the Co‐op ‐ rent, basic display fixtures, advertising, packing materials, office
supplies, credit card fees etc. Members requiring special display fixtures for their work
may be required to supply these and this would be subject to the approval of the display
committee.
11. Members will have the opportunity to participate in group shows and apply for individual
shows.
12. Members must agree to AllSorts Gallery Guidelines and Policies.
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Associate Requirements and Benefits:
1. Artists are a Canadian Citizen or Landed Immigrant of Canada and legal to work in Canada.
2. All work for sale must be designed and handcrafted by the artist. Items made from commercial kits, plans or
patterns are not allowed. Ready‐made components are acceptable only where their importance is
subordinate to the skill and design contributed by the maker and where their use is clearly appropriate to the
nature and design of the work. Articles made from molds are acceptable only where the mold is the design
and product of the artist or craftsperson or where the mold is evidently subordinate to the maker’s creativity.
Copyright laws must be adhered to in all work.
3. Upon acceptance, all new members enter a ‘Probationary Period’ for up to three months during which time
their work is assessed for salability at AllSorts Gallery, and the Co‐op will retain a 40% commission on all
sales generated from the gallery including referrals or orders. The artists’ percentage of sales is 60%.
4. After the probationary period, Associates are required to pay a non‐refundable annual fee of $150
plus applicable taxes.
5. All artists will have their work juried. Artists may only sell those items that are directly related to those that
they have presented for jurying. Any new types of products will need to be juried in.
6. Associates are expected to attend special events and openings.
7. The Co‐op will retain a 40% commission on all sales generated from the gallery including referrals
or orders. The artists’ percentage of sales is 60%.
8. Associates agree to sell their work either directly themselves or consign at other galleries and
shops at no less than the price it is listed for at AllSorts Gallery.
9. From the fees and commissions the Co‐op will pay for expenses associated with operating the Co‐op ‐
rent, basic display fixtures, advertising, packing materials, office supplies, credit card fees etc. Associates
requiring special display fixtures for their work may be required to supply these and this would be subject to
the approval of the display committee.
10. Associates may have the opportunity to participate in group shows or apply for individual shows.
11. Associates do not have voting rights in the Co‐op and are not eligible for profit‐sharing.
12. Associates must agree to AllSorts Gallery Guidelines and Policies.
