ARTIST SERVICES GOLD COAST

Supporting emerging and established artists through pop-up exhibitions, professional artwork scanning, creative services and gallery-based opportunities at Gallery 8 in Southport.

At Gallery 8, your artwork is handled by technicians who are artists themselves. Danny is also formally trained in art restoration from one of the best art Academies in Italy, bringing a specialist eye for preservation, colour, texture and detail to every scan.

ART IN MOTION PROGRAM

Gallery 8 is committed to supporting emerging and early-career artists, musicians and creatives by providing accessible exhibition opportunities, public programming, live events and creative industry exposure on the Gold Coast.

Crowded indoor event with many people seated and standing, artwork on the walls, and a sign that says 'Gallery 8' illuminated in yellow.
People socializing at an art gallery, with artwork on the walls and ambient lighting.
Exterior view of Gallery 8 building with wooden slat facade, signage on the wall, and colorful poster featuring two illustrated women with sunglasses in front of a sunset background.
Colorful poster advertising a live art battle event with paint splatters, easels with blank canvases, and spotlights, featuring bold text and a circular badge indicating session eight.

FAQ

Supporting Emerging Creatives

  • Pop-Up Exhibitions

  • Session 8 live music

  • Artist opportunities

  • Workshops

  • Creative networking

  • Artist residencies (future program)

  • Public engagement

  • A pop-up exhibition at Gallery 8 can help artists:

    • Build their artist CV and exhibition history

    • Reach new collectors and local audiences

    • Sell work in a professional gallery setting

    • Gain content for social media, websites and grant applications

    • Connect with other artists and creatives

    • Be part of Gallery 8’s wider art, café, workshop and event community

  • Yes. Gallery 8 offers pop-up exhibition opportunities for emerging and established artists looking to present their work in a professional gallery environment on the Gold Coast.

  • Gallery 8 pop-up exhibitions give artists the opportunity to present their work in a professional gallery, café and event space on the Gold Coast. Our exhibitions are designed to help emerging and established artists gain exposure, connect with new audiences and build their artist profile.

    Artists benefit from gallery presentation, visitor traffic, event promotion, sales support and the opportunity to be part of a creative community.

  • Yes. Artists selected for Gallery 8 Pop-Up Exhibitions receive a reduced 30% gallery commission rate, compared with our standard 40% commission for regular gallery representation.

    This reduced rate is designed to support participating artists while still allowing Gallery 8 to provide professional presentation, promotion, sales handling and exhibition support.

  • Yes. Gallery 8 is introducing professional large-format artwork scanning for artists who need high-resolution digital files for prints, portfolios, websites, catalogues and exhibition records.

  • Gallery 8 hosts live art battle events where artists create work in front of an audience, connect with new collectors and take part in a high-energy creative experience. These events are designed to support emerging and established artists while giving the public a unique way to experience art being made live.

    Artists may have the opportunity to compete, showcase their style, promote their practice and have their finished artwork viewed, voted on or auctioned as part of the event.

    Interested in entering a future Live Art Battle?
    Contact Gallery 8 to register your interest and tell us about your art style, experience and availability.

POP UP EXHIBITION - Application for next Exhibition