A Solo Show is a major step forward in your arts career and a valuable opportunity to showcase a significant new body of work. 

It’s also a space to take risks, make mistakes, and refine ideas in a professional gallery context.

A solo exhibition at the Ambo Gallery offers artists a chance to develop skills in grant writing, marketing, exhibition planning, and contract management. Solo shows are open to individual artists who are interested in presenting new or previously unseen work.

Presenting a solo show requires a meaningful investment of an artists’ time and resources, including the creation, transport, installation, and de-installation of your work. Artists are also expected to invigilate the gallery space during weekend hours.

How to apply:

Expression of Interest (EOI) forms are available on the Eastern Riverina Arts website. If you’d like to discuss your idea before applying, please contact us at: zoe@easternriverinaarts.org.au

Gallery size:

6.39m x 12.08m

Who can exhibit:

Open to individual artists based in the Riverina region.

What we provide

In the lead up:

• Ongoing advice, guidance and curatorial support from Eastern Riverina Arts

• Networking and collaboration opportunities within the Station community

• Promotion through our website, social media channels, newsletter and email list

Once you're in:

• A professional gallery space with an easy-to-use hanging system, adjustable lighting rig, and up to 6 display plinths

• High-speed Wi-Fi

• Access to kitchen facilities

• Self-service use of chairs, tables, kitchenware, and glassware

• Use of a customizable bar for launch events and public programming

What you provide:

• A cohesive body of work or project that suits the gallery space (see floor plan for reference)

• Timely submission of promotional content, images, and exhibition details (as outlined in your exhibition agreement)

• Safe transport of artworks or materials to and from the gallery

• Installation and de-installation in line with the agreed schedule in your exhibition agreement (bump-in and bump-out dates and times)

Invigilation of the gallery during open hours:
Saturday 10am–4pm and Sunday 10am–2pm
(If unavailable, a substitute must be arranged and communicated to ERA)

Terms:

Following discussions with the Program and Partnerships Manager, your exhibition dates and expectations will be outlined in a formal Exhibition Agreement sent via email.

Exhibition launch:

As part of your exhibition, Eastern Riverina Arts will host your launch night by providing:

• Complimentary venue hire for the event including use of chairs, trestle tables, PA system and lectern.

• Event marketing promotional support. Artists are encouraged to invite friends and family to attend their launch.

• One RSA-trained staff member (up to 3 hours) to assist with sales and service of artist-provided refreshments. Light nibbles must be provided if supplying alcohol. 

All other event costs are the responsibility of the artist.

Exhibition programming:

Artists are encouraged to propose additional programming (e.g., workshops, artist talks, performances) to accompany their exhibition. These should be outlined in your EOI submission and will be supported where possible.

Exhibition duration:

Exhibitions typically run for a minimum of one month (four weekends). Final exhibition length will be confirmed during the agreement process, depending on scheduling and gallery availability.

The Group Show is a perfect entry point for emerging and mid-career artists looking to grow their professional arts practice. Designed for artists who may not yet be ready for a solo show, this format offers the opportunity to present new work within a curated, collaborative exhibition context.

Group shows at the Ambo Gallery can take two forms:

• ERA-curated shows, where artists are selected individually through an EOI process to respond to a theme, or

• Artist-led group proposals, where a collective of artists applies together with a shared concept and a coordinated exhibition plan.

In both cases, Eastern Riverina Arts provides networking and collaboration opportunities, feedback sessions, promotional support and curatorial guidance throughout the development and exhibition process.

How to apply:

Expression of Interest (EOI) forms are available on the Eastern Riverina Arts website. If you’d like to discuss your idea before applying, please contact us at: zoe@easternriverinaarts.org.au

Gallery size:

6.39m x 12.08m

Who can exhibit:

Open to both individual artists, collectives and groups based in the Riverina.

What we provide

In the lead up:

• Ongoing advice, guidance and curatorial support from Eastern Riverina Arts

• Creative feedback sessions with an industry professional

• Collaboration and networking within The Station creative community

• Promotion via our website, social media, and newsletters

Once you're in:

• A professional gallery space with an easy-to-use hanging system, adjustable lighting rig, and up to 6 display plinths

• High-speed Wi-Fi

• Access to kitchen facilities

• Self-service use of chairs, tables, kitchenware, and glassware

• Use of a customizable bar for launch events and public programming

What you provide:

• A complete body of artwork that fills the size of the gallery (refer to the floor plan)

• At least one completed artwork per recognised artist 

• Promotional content and exhibition information (as outlined in your agreement)

• Transport of artworks to and from the gallery

• Installation and de-installation in accordance with your agreed timeline (bump-in and bump-out dates and times)

• Invigilation of the gallery from 10am–4pm on Saturdays and 10am–2pm Sundays
  (If you are unavailable, you must arrange a substitute and inform ERA in advance).

Terms:

Following discussions with the Program and Partnerships Manager, your exhibition dates and expectations will be outlined in a formal Exhibition Agreement sent via email.

Exhibition launch:

As part of your exhibition, Eastern Riverina Arts will host your launch night by providing:

• Complimentary venue hire for the event including use of chairs, trestle tables, PA system and lectern.

• Event marketing promotional support. Event marketing promotional support. Artists are encouraged to invite friends and family to attend their launch.

• One RSA-trained staff member (up to 3 hours) to assist with sales and service of artist-provided refreshments. Light nibbles must be provided if supplying alcohol. 

All other event costs are the responsibility of the artist or group.

Exhibition programming:

Artists are encouraged to propose additional programming (e.g., workshops, artist talks, performances) to accompany their exhibition. These should be outlined in your EOI submission and will be supported where possible.

Exhibition duration:

Exhibitions typically run for a minimum of one month (four weekends). Final exhibition length will be confirmed during the agreement process, depending on scheduling and gallery availability.

The Ambo Gallery is proud to support community and cultural groups across the Riverina by providing professional gallery space to showcase group exhibitions.

This opportunity is ideal for community-led exhibitions that aim to present a cohesive body of work, engage a broader public audience, and gain hands-on experience in exhibition planning and delivery. Community Shows are self-managed, offering groups a flexible way to exhibit their work while benefiting from the profile and professionalism of a gallery setting.

ERA offers Community Show access under a not-for-profit ethos. While modest venue hire fees may apply to cover basic costs, a limited number of no-cost Community Show placements are offered each year for eligible groups.

In these cases, while gallery access is provided without expense, all event-related costs remain the responsibility of the exhibiting group.

How to apply:

Expression of Interest (EOI) forms are available on the Eastern Riverina Arts website. If you’d like to discuss your idea before applying, please contact us at: zoe@easternriverinaarts.org.au

Gallery size:

6.39m x 12.08m

Who can exhibit:

Open to collectives, community and cultural groups based in the Riverina region.

What we provide:

In the lead up:

• Ongoing advice, guidance and curatorial support from Eastern Riverina Arts

• Networking and collaboration opportunities within the Station community

• Promotion through our website, social media channels, newsletter and email list

Once you're in:

• A professional gallery space with an easy-to-use hanging system, adjustable lighting rig, and up to 6 display plinths

• High-speed Wi-Fi

• Access to kitchen facilities

• Self-service use of chairs, tables, TV, kitchenware, and glassware

• Use of a customizable bar for launch events and public programming

What you provide:

• A cohesive body of work or project that suits the gallery space (see the gallery floorplan)

• Timely submission of promotional content, images, and exhibition details (as outlined in your agreement)

• Safe transport of artworks or materials to and from the gallery

• Installation and de-installation in line with the agreed schedule (bump-in and bump-out dates and times)

• Invigilation of the gallery during open hours:

  Saturday 10am–4pm and Sunday 10am–2pm

  (If unavailable, a substitute must be arranged and communicated to ERA)

• Coordination and delivery of your own launch event (if applicable)

Terms:

Following discussions with the Program and Partnerships Manager, your exhibition dates and expectations will be outlined in a formal Exhibition Agreement sent via email.

Exhibition launch:

Community groups may host a launch event as part of their exhibition but are fully responsible for organising and managing it. This includes all aspects of setup and pack-down, and ensuring the gallery is returned to its original condition. A cleaning fee will apply if additional work is required afterward.

Eastern Riverina Arts can provide access to glassware, kitchen facilities, and serving equipment on a self-service basis. Catering and drinks are not provided. If groups wish to run a bar, they must supply their own beer, wine, or sparkling varieties (no spirits or hard liquor permitted on site). An ERA RSA-trained staff member can be booked to service the bar for a fee. All launch details must be confirmed with Eastern Riverina Arts in advance.

Fees & Access

Community Shows are offered under a not-for-profit model. Modest hire fees may apply to cover gallery operations, though a limited number of fee-free placements are available each year for eligible groups. These shows include free use of the space, but all other costs, including event staffing, catering, and bar service are the responsibility of the group.

Exhibition programming:

Community Groups are encouraged to propose events, workshops, or public engagement activities to accompany their exhibition. These can be discussed during the application process, and ERA will support these where possible.

Exhibition duration:

Exhibitions typically run for a minimum of one month (four weekends). Final exhibition length will be confirmed during the agreement process, depending on scheduling and gallery availability.

Partnership Shows are developed in cross-sector collaborations with educational, cultural, and community-focused bodies, institutions and organizations.

Working alongside Eastern Riverina Arts, these exhibitions are co-designed and delivered in alignment with mutual goals for community, cultural, and artistic impact. Partnership shows include collection and exhibition showcases, pre-exhibition residencies and arts-worker professional development spaces.

How to apply:

To present a Partnership Exhibition, your organization must enter into a partnership agreement with Eastern Riverina Arts.

For all partnership enquiries or to discuss potential collaboration opportunities, please contact us at: zoe@easternriverinaarts.org.au

Gallery size:

6.39m x 12.08m

Who can exhibit:

Open to institutions, organizations and community bodies in partnership with Eastern Riverina Arts 

What we provide

In the lead up:

• Contributions as outlined in the partnership agreement established between the user and Eastern Riverina Arts

• Ongoing advice, guidance and curatorial support from Eastern Riverina Arts

• Networking and collaboration opportunities within the Station community

• Promotion through our website, social media channels, newsletter and email list

Once you're in:

• A professional gallery space with an easy-to-use hanging system, adjustable lighting rig, and up to 6 display plinths

• High-speed Wi-Fi

• Access to kitchen facilities

• Self-service use of chairs, tables, kitchenware, and glassware

• Use of a customizable bar for launch events and public programming

What you provide:

• A cohesive body of work or project that suits the gallery space (see the gallery floorplan). 

• Timely submission of promotional content, images, and exhibition details (as outlined in your agreement)

• Safe transport of artworks or materials to and from the gallery

• Installation and de-installation in line with the agreed schedule (bump-in and bump-out dates and times)

• Invigilation of the gallery during open hours:
  Saturday 10am–4pm and Sunday 10am–2pm
  (If unavailable, a substitute must be arranged and communicated to ERA)

• Logo acknowledgement of Eastern Riverina Arts on all written and promotional material.

• Coordination of any supplementary events or programs, in collaboration with ERA

Terms:

Exhibition terms will be outlined in the Exhibition Agreement, sent to you via email. Further specifics and terms may be detailed in the formal Partnership Agreement between Eastern Riverina Arts and their partner.

Exhibition launch:

Launch events for Partnership Shows are co-organized by the presenting partner and Eastern Riverina Arts. Details, responsibilities, and support will be defined in your agreement.

Exhibition programming:

Partnership Exhibitions are encouraged to propose additional programming (e.g., workshops, artist talks, performances) to accompany their exhibition. These should be outlined in your EOI submission and will be supported where possible.

Exhibition duration:

Exhibitions typically run for a minimum of one month (four weekends). Final exhibition length will be confirmed during the agreement process, depending on scheduling and gallery availability.

The Window Gallery offers artists the opportunity to present dynamic mini shows, eye-catching works, and installations that captivate pedestrians and draw attention from the street.

Artists exhibiting in the Window Gallery are responsible for installing their own works and are not required to invigilate the space.

How to apply:

Expressions of interest for the Window Gallery open twice a year. the Expressions of interest form will appear on the exhibit page of our website and be advertised in our newsletter and across our social media platforms.

Gallery size:

2m x 1m

Who can exhibit:

Anyone can exhibit in the Window Gallery.