Exhibition Key Dates

Exhibition Dates:

Saturday 3rd October - Sunday 4th October

10:00 am - 4:00 pm Daily

Art Auction Opening Night:

Friday 2nd October 6 pm - 8 pm

Preferential sponsor and VIP viewing of art and auction listings from 6:00 pm
Complimentary 1st drink and canapés
Cash bar and live music
Raffle and spot prizes
Esteemed auctioneer will conduct the live auctions
Art Auction Kicks off at 7:00 pm

Venue: Rangiora Borough School Hall

157 King Street, Rangiora.

Artist’s acceptance to exhibit will be confirmed via email by Wednesday 2nd September.

Artists Setup:

Thursday 1st October 7 pm - 8:30 pm or

Friday 2nd October 8 am - 10 am

Artists Take Down:

Unsold Works may be collected by artists from 4:30 pm (AND NOT BEFORE) on Sunday 4th of October

Elevating the Art Buying Experience

We are committed to providing a professional sales service and streamlined sales process for our valued art buyers.

Prompt removal and secure packaging of sold artworks
Efficient processing of sales transactions
Seamless replenishment of panels with new artworks

To deliver this exceptional service, we are calling on artist volunteers to join forces with our Committee. Together, we will ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for our art buyers. If you are interested in volunteering, please let us know via your entry form!

Artist Prizes

Building on the success of previous years, we are delighted to announce that vouchers from Gordon Harris and The Drawing Room will once again be awarded to our winning artists across a range of media.

* Award-winning artworks must remain on display for the entire duration of the exhibition and will not be able to be uplifted by buyers until the end of the exhibition on Sunday 28th September at 4:30 pm.

Conditions of Entry

Selection and Setup

The Rangiora Art Society Committee reserves the right to refuse entries.

No refund of fees will be issued if rules are not adhered to.

The RAS Committee reserves the right to assist artists to set up panels in accordance with the rules:

Only original artworks are invited to enter.
All Artists must be financial members of the Rangiora Art Society.
Works must be original and the sole work of the artist.
Work made from a pattern or commercial kitset will not be accepted.
All Artists are reminded of copyright responsibilities.
RAS does not condone copies.
20% commission will be deducted from your retail price.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL UNFINISHED OR WET WORKS BE ACCEPTED

We welcome other merchandise prints, books, cards, bookmarks etc. if they can be individually priced and contained in a holder on or underneath your panel.
All works displayed on panels must be framed, strung and ready to hang.
Artists are to display their artworks during the times outlined above.
Those artists who have not paid a ‘displaying fee’ will need to hang their own works.
Artists who have paid the ‘displaying fee’ will need to submit their work along with a plan of their ideal panel - which the setup committee will endeavor to execute.
All works displayed on panels must not overhang the panel.
Screws will be supplied (Philips head) and you will need to bring your own power drill.
All artworks MUST BE hung with a minimum of two screws.
Please note permission to sell any works created in RAS workshop conditions has been obtained from the tutors.
All entries in the RAS ’30-Day Challenge’ section must be displayed in an A4 display binder and need to be labelled.

Liability and Insurance

All entries are submitted at the artist’s own risk. While every care will be taken,

RAS accepts no liability for any loss or damage and shall not be required to provide insurance cover for artworks.

Options for Entry and Fees:

$60 - PORTRAIT PANEL (1200mm Width x 2300mm High)
Artwork displayed on CANVAS or FRAMED - Works must be original and the sole work of the artist to a professional standard. The Panel Artist hangs their own works and fits artworks to panel space.
$20 - Panel Light
$60 - 2nd PORTRAIT PANEL (1200mm Width x 2300mm High)
$20 - 2nd Panel Light
$30 - Shared Panels - Preferably 50/50 split, so long as full panel price is paid.
$10 - Single Artwork On Shared Panel
$20 - Two Artworks On Shared Panel
$20 - Displaying Fee I wish my works to be setup by a Committee member.
$30 - Trestle Table for Sculpture, Jewellery, Mosaic, Glass and Pottery etc.
180cm Length x 75cm Width Approx.
$60 - 3rd PORTRAIT PANEL (1200mm Width x 2300mm High)
$20 - 2nd Panel Light
The final layout of the exhibition will be determined by artist entries.

Call for Artists!

The 2026 BIG Spring Exhibition & Art Auction

We are back for 2026 with the same successful format as last year - in a stunning new look!

Opening Night Art Auction + Cash & Carry

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating art and community. This year we are thrilled to partner again with Big Brothers Big Sisters North Canterbury - with auction proceeds from our exclusive Opening Night Art Auction supporting their vital youth mentoring program.

Opening Night will feature:

Preview of artworks + live & silent auction listings
Cash bar, canapés + live music
Raffle and spot prizes
A room full of art lovers, collectors, and supporters

CALL FOR ARTWORK DONATIONS

We are now inviting artists to donate work to be featured in the auction. Your donation will help raise vital funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters North Canterbury, making a real difference for young people in our community.

How to Donate:

Simply complete the donation section in the entry form. We welcome artworks in all mediums.

Benefits for Artists:

Showcase your work to a ticketed audience of art enthusiasts, collectors + philanthropists
Boost your sales with our Cash & Carry format
Replenish your panel with reserve works as sales occur
Network with other artists, buyers, and community leaders
Be part of an event that gives back

North Canterbury Big Brothers Big Sisters Team Jo Sim, Olivia Eustace, Ellie Le Gros (Manager)

Important 2026 Panel Change:

To keep panel charges as low as possible for artists, only Portrait panels will be available this year.

Panels will be arranged in a European Art Gallery style for a beautiful, curated exhibition feel.
We recommend having at least as many reserve artworks as you sold in your previous two exhibitions
Artists manage their own panels throughout the exhibition
We encourage you to be present, engage with buyers, and help make the night a success

ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday 23rd August

Secure your spot early for the best panel placement.

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your art, connect with our community, and support a great cause.

LABELLING

The full responsibility of labelling artwork falls to the artists.

A RAS label template will be provided, and artists are required to print or write their own artwork label details and attach labels with Velcro dots to their panel for sales purposes.

Copies of labels will be available for those without a printer.

All artworks must also be clearly labelled on the reverse with the artist’s name, contact details, title of work, media and selling price. Each artwork can be printed on the back or securely attached with a label.

SETUP

All artwork submissions must have Picture Triangles/D-rings at the sides and string across. This alleviates artwork floating or hanging unevenly.

All works must have a minimum of two screws. Screws will be provided (Philips Head); you will need to bring your own power drill.

OWN PANEL

Design your panel carefully; all Art displayed should not exceed 75% of the display panel area to ensure enough room for labels of works.

No works will be allowed to overhang your panel, and large heavy works are discouraged.

SHARED PANEL

Layout remains the sole responsibility of the RAS Committee and appointed team.

No works shall be moved - the decisions of the committee are final.

After the Show

COLLECTION OF UNSOLD WORK

UNSOLD Work can be taken from 4:30 pm on Sunday 4th of October.

Please note that SOLD works will be collected by purchasers during the exhibition unless they are award-winning and cannot be removed until the end of the exhibition.

Any purchases NOT collected are the responsibility of the Artist to deliver and not the RAS Committee.

All screws and unsold works must be removed at the end of the exhibition.

Payment of Sold Work

It may take up to 4 weeks for payments of sold works to be credited to your accounts; however, we will endeavor to make payments as soon as possible.

20% commission will be deducted from your retail price.

If you find the JotForm Artists Entry challenging to complete, please email me your details, and I am happy to assist with your entry.

I look forward to receiving your The BIG Spring Exhibition 2026 Artist Entry.

Understand you may have questions; please feel free to email or phone Julie.

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THE BIG SPRING EXHIBITION 2026 ENTRY FORM

ENTRY FORM 2026