Since this is a group exhibition, we needed to come up with a system for planning and curating the space. We carried out a site visit to measure the space, and the owners kindly provided us with a layout diagram of the two stories of the building as well. We dedicated a space in the studio to put up pictures of our proposed work and suggest where they could be situated in the gallery. We could then discuss it as a group and decide where our work would best fit.
I felt that the upstairs space would be most suitable for my large cave paintings since there was a larger amount of open wall space available. I also liked the idea of my work being in a quieter area, since it is intended to be viewed in a more quiet and contemplative atmosphere than some of the other work that will be exhibited. The other advantage of the upstairs gallery space is that there is a glass ceiling and ample lighting along the wall space. This will allow my works to be suitably lit without the need for additional lighting fixtures.
I also set aside some time to consider the fixtures needed in the installation of my work. One of the challenges of the space is that we would not be able to drill into any of the wall space to affix work. We are able to use picture hooks over the upper ledge, so I will screw D-rings into my large work on wooden board, and I will use bulldog clips to hang my large work that's on paper.
For my ceramics, I will use one of the existing beams in the space to suspend a grid from which I will hang my ceramics. I initially thought of using thick wire for this (because it would easily take a lot of weight), however after discussing it with Denise and James (a 3D Technician), I decided to use rope instead, because it will be easier to install, and the friction of it will help prevent the whole grid from swinging, making it safer over all.
