Exhibitions

In 2020 SSAC’s new building and purpose built exhibition spaces were completed with thanks to the City of Bunbury & Lotterywest.

These exhibition spaces can be used for exploration and experimentation with an inclusive approach to creativity. SSAC accepts proposals through a yearly call to artists, and priority will be given to Stirling Street Members, groups, and Artists in Residence. Applications are open to early, emerging, and mid-career artists, creative community groups, collectives and curators.

The exhibition spaces are in the Hallway and Studio 6. Exhibition Floor Plan

Exhibition Open Times:

  • Exhibition opening times are Monday to Saturday 9am-4pm during office hours (Sunday by arrangement only).

Duration of exhibit:

  • Standard exhibition slots are for two weeks, exhibition dates are set by the SSAC and include a timeframe for installation, opening events, & de-installation.

Installation:

  • SSAC Exhibition Space includes the use of floor space, 10 movable walls (1.15m x 2.5m), hanging wires and white plinths (see exhibition floor plan for space dimensions).
  • The artists are responsible for the installation and de-installation of their work, as well as restoring the space to the original condition. SSAC staff can offer assistance & guidance where needed.

Commission:

  • Any work sold will incur a 20% commission for SSAC members and 30% for non-members.
  • Staff will take payment for sold works during opening hours and manage the collection of sold works after the exhibition.

Hire Fees:

  • There is no hire fee for the space but the artist/collective will be expected to deliver a workshop/public program during the exhibition. The artist(s) must donate their time to the program, SSAC will cover insurances and enrolments.

The 2026 program is now open for application 

2026 Exhibition Application Form

Name(Required)
Primary contact person for your exhibition
Email(Required)
This should be the email address of the person primarily responsible for delivering the exhibition proposed.
Please outline the type(s) of works you will be exhibiting (i.e paintings, 3D works) Any themes you will be exploring etc.
As the exhibition space is free, SSAC requires that artists/group deliver a workshop during the exhibition or pay for the space as a room hire. The group/artist must donate their teaching time.
Please note that this may determine which exhibition space you will be allocated.
Please note that this may also determine which exhibition space you will be allocated, as Exhibitions with few sale items will be allocated the Hallway space over Studio 6.
Exhibition space preference(Required)
The hallway will be allocated to smaller exhibitions and those where the majority of works will not be for sale.
Preferred month to exhibit (Feb-November)(Required)

Please upload photos suitable for advertising your exhibition, alternatively you can email these to arts@stirlingstreetarts.com.au or provide images closer to the exhibition (dates to be specified in exhibition contract)
Max. file size: 29 MB.