Urban Art Collective operates as a community-focused gallery. Like many independent spaces, our art shows are produced through a shared-cost model that supports the real work involved in presenting, promoting, and selling artwork in a public gallery setting.

To make this possible, we use a hybrid model that combines an Art Show Program Fee with a reduced sales commission.

Standard Structure:

• Art Show Program Fee: $500 per art show
  
• Commission on sales: 30%
  
• Artists are responsible for: printing and framing
  
• UAC provides: exhibition space, installation support, promotion, opening reception, gallery staffing, sales processing, and administration
  

For group art shows, the Art Show Program Fee is shared across participating artists, reflecting the shared space and visibility of a group exhibition. Commission remains consistent at 30%.

This approach allows us to keep commissions artist-friendly while continuing to produce professional art shows, public programming, and accessible opportunities for artists and audiences alike.

All fees are transparent and outlined in advance.

If you have questions about how this model works or what’s included, we’re always happy to talk it through.

For vernissages / opening events, The Booj, UAC’s in-house mocktail and coffee master, is part of the gallery experience and is available to be booked as the on-site bar service.

The Booj can be booked as:

• A cash bar for guests, or
• A flat-fee bar service
  

In alignment with our values and community focus, alcohol is not served in our space. Instead, The Booj offers thoughtfully crafted mocktails and high-quality coffee, creating a welcoming, inclusive experience for all ages.

Food Service for Opening Events is Optional and Coordinated by the Artist(s).

If artists choose to include food, UAC can suggest a range of trusted food vendors and caterers we’ve worked with previously, many of whom regularly pop up at our markets and events. Final arrangements and costs for food service are the responsibility of the artist(s), and can be discussed during show planning.

If you have questions about event flow, food and beverage options, or how to structure an opening night that fits your vision and budget, we’re always happy to talk it through ahead of time.