Frequently Asked Questions
I am a local artist how can I participate?
Details regarding eligibility, how to enter and more are available here: Artists. You can also contact Ruth by phone or by filling out the contact form on the bottom of each page of this website.
What file type, size and resolution should my images be when emailing?
Image type should be jpg at 72 dpi, 1000 pixels on the longest edge.
Will my art be insured if it stolen or damaged during the art exhibit?
Each artist is responsible for insuring their own individual insurance. Neither New England Art Reach nor the hospital is responsible for damage or theft.
How do you prevent someone from stealing the art off the wall?
Each piece of art is hung with a steal cable system with two security locks on the back.
What happens if someone wants to buy my artwork? Do they have to wait until the end of the show?
No. If someone is interested in purchasing a piece of art, New England Art Reach arranges to take the piece down for the buyer and the artist is responsible for providing another piece to take it’s place.
How many pieces of art do you require?
Depending on the size of the individual pieces, on average, 6 to 12 is a typical submission.
Does all the artwork need to be framed?
All of the artwork needs to look professional and be framed unless it is a wrapped canvas.
How do you hang the artwork?
Each piece of art work must have two D-rings on the back so it can be hung with the security lock system we use.Can I show my art work in more than one hospital?
If the artist wishes to show in more than one location they need to let us know and we will take that into consideration.
Is there a reception or open house for the artists?
Yes, each hospital location hosts and an artists reception with every art rotation.
How long will my artwork be hung in the hospital?
It can vary from hospital to hospital but the average show is 6 months.
How much is the commission if a piece of artwork is sold?
New England Art Reach collects 10% from each sale. 20% goes back to the hospital.
Who collects the money if a piece of artwork sells?
New England Art Reach handles all of the sales transactions. Payment is collected from the buyer by New England Art Reach and in turn cuts a check for the artist. The artist has the option of paying the hospital directly for the 20% or New England Art Reach can deduct it for them.
How does New England Art Reach advertise the art shows?
How does New England Art Reach advertise the art shows?
– New England Art Reach uses social media and their website to update the public. Each hospital provides updates on their websites and newsletters. Notifications are also sent to local newspapers for the art receptions. The hospital provides invitations for artists to send out to their individual mailing lists and send them out to their list as well.
New England Art Reach offers a service to hospitals to have rotating art work from New England artists on display. This wonderful opportunity supports local artists and adds beauty for all to experience while walking along the hallways and public areas.
Typical rotations are every three to six months. All art work is for sale and Art Reach handles all transactions between buyers and the artists. 20% of all sales go back to the hospital. Fees for these services are contingent upon the size of the venue and the number of rotations.
Questions? Contact Ruth at New England Art Reach today.