Artist Membership

​We are a group of like-minded people who enjoy creating art,
​working together & taking responsibility in sharing a space to promote our artwork.

​What We Provide our Members

  • 20 - 25 sq. ft of wall space to display & sell your art.
  • Only 10% commission!​ ​You keep 90% of your sale price.
  • Artwork changes every five to eight weeks.
  • Artists can elect to leave the same work up.  
  • Open all year.
  • Online visability via our social media and website. 
  • Optional Artist Gallery Page for selling online.
  • A Gallery in a busy tourist town amid other boutiques & the Bancroft Brew Pub.
  • Up to 70+ visitors a day in the warmer months.  
  • Over $20,000.00 in sales per year.
  • Debit, credit, cheque or cash payment options. No HST.​

What kind of Memberships do we offer? 

The Gallery Store
  • Exhibition privileges in the Gallery Store & Annex Gallery
  • $400.00/year or two instalments of $210.00
  • ​10% commission on all work sold
  • Volunteer once a month to staff the Gallery

The Gallery Store - NON-PARTICIPATING 
  • Exhibition privileges in the Gallery Store & Annex Gallery
  • $800.00/year or two instalments of $410.00
  • 10% commission on all work sold
  • NO Volunteering REQUIRED​​
​
The Gallery Store + Studio
  • Exhibition privileges in the Gallery Store only
  • Studio space upstairs (24/7 access)
  • $600.00/year or two instalments of $310.00
  • 10% commission on all work sold
  • Volunteer once a month to staff the Gallery​
Studio Only
  • Studio space upstairs (24/7 access)
  • $400.00/year or two instalments of $210.00
For questions about our Membership
​please contact - Clasina Weese

How to Apply


​Alterntively, print and complete our paper forms.
​You can either drop it off at APFTA or 
​email it to us at placeforthearts@gmail.com
​​New member applications will be reviewed within 10 business days.

Membership Fees

Annual fees are due August 1st or
​prorated at time of joining.

The Collective does not offer refunds for membership, but you can choose to receive a taxable donation for a pro-rated amount, should you wish to discontinue your membership before the renewal date.

Membership Responsibilities

Members are not expected to sit the gallery during the pandemic, if they have underlying health issues.  ​
Volunteer once a month to staff the Gallery. Answer visitors questions, makes sales, performs light scheduled duties such as sweeping, putting out recycling and generally works to ensure the Shop is a welcoming place. Alternatively, Artist Members can choose other volunteer for duties such as an Executive Role, Social Media, Newsletter Editor, or attend artist meetings to support a committee of their choice.