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Gallery 1885 Guidelines

Gallery 1885, located within The Camera Club in Kennington, London, is an attractive ground-floor space featuring high-quality exhibition lighting and hanging space for approximately 40 exhibition prints. The gallery hosts monthly exhibitions showcasing outstanding work by members and notable external photographers. It is open to the public, welcoming both members and non-members to enjoy the diverse range of photographic displays.

Guidelines for Exhibiting at Gallery 1885


For Members:
Members have the exclusive right to hold exhibitions in Gallery 1885. To organize an exhibition, members should submit their concept and sample images to the gallery team 6 to 12 months in advance at gallery1885@thecameraclub.co.uk. Upon approval, members must agree on exhibition dates, make the necessary payments, and provide titles, images, and descriptions for promotional purposes. Detailed guidelines, including timelines and print specifications, are available in bellow in the Gallery Guide.

For Non-Members:
Non-members can exhibit in the gallery; however, spaces are very limited, and the associated costs are higher compared to members. Interested non-members should contact the gallery team at gallery1885@thecameraclub.co.uk  directly to inquire about availability, pricing, and submission procedures.

Annual Members Exhibitions
The Camera Club hosts two Annual Members Exhibitions—Summer and Winter—celebrating the diverse and creative work of its members. These exhibitions provide an opportunity for members to showcase their photography to a wider audience. Submission guidelines, including deadlines and print specifications, are provided ahead of each exhibition. 

The Project Four
For those looking for a smaller-scale way to exhibit, The Four Project is a perfect starting point. Hosted in our Stairwell Gallery, this monthly feature spotlights one member’s work in a four-image series on a single theme. It is a simple yet powerful way to introduce your vision to our club community and visitors. To find out more about it, please, check the dedicate webpage or contact the gallery team at four@thecameraclub.co.uk.

Gallery Guide

As stated, Gallery 1885 exists to provide opportunities for Camera Club members to exhibit their work. Members will always come first, and the gallery’s guidelines reflect this commitment to supporting the creative endeavors of its community.

Exhibition Proposal Process:
Members and non-members interested in exhibiting must submit their proposal to the Gallery Team at gallery1885@thecameraclub.co.uk.

Each proposal should include:
  • Exhibition title.
  • A brief description (150-300 words) explaining the theme, concept, and intention behind the exhibition.
  • Three sample images that will appear in the exhibition to assist with marketing and selection processes.
  • All materials must be submitted at the same time as the proposal.

Exhibition Slots and Duration:
The gallery will offer an average of 12 exhibition slots per year. Exhibition duration will be on average 4 weeks long (one per month). This will allow member exhibitors enough time to showcase their work. This reflects our understanding of the effort and financial investment that goes into preparing an exhibition.

Fees:
There are two types of fees, one for members and one for non-members. Please, contact the Gallery Team to enquire about the exhibition fees at gallery1885@thecameraclub.co.uk. To qualify for the member's rate, individuals must have been members of the Camera Club for at least one year. Members with less than a year of membership will be charged the non-member rate if they wish to exhibit.
External organisations or collaborative exhibitions, even if involving a member, will not qualify for the member rate and must pay the non-member fee.

Proposal Review and Selection Process:

All proposals will be reviewed by the gallery curator and the gallery team. Proposals must align with the Camera Club’s charitable mission, ethics, and goals. The gallery team reserves the right to accept or reject any exhibition proposals based on these criteria.


Exhibitor Responsibilities:

  • Once an exhibition is accepted, exhibitors are responsible for:

    • Hanging and removing their work within the designated setup and takedown slots. 

    • Ensuring all artwork is appropriately secured and displayed. The gallery curator and gallery teammay assist if available but are not responsible for the overall setup.

    • Handling all logistics related to the exhibition. The Camera Club will not be held liable for any damage or loss that occurs during the exhibition. Exhibitors are strongly encouraged to obtain insurance if this is a concern.

    • Exhibitors may borrow frames from the Camera Club for the display of their work. See specs below. 

Promotion and Marketing:

  • The marketing and promotion of exhibitions will be a joint effort between the Camera Club and the exhibitor.

  • However, the full responsibility for promotion will not fall solely on the Camera Club, the gallery curator, or the gallery team. Exhibitors are expected to actively participate in the promotion of their exhibition through personal networks and other means.

Private View and Open View Events:

  • Exhibitors are encourage to host an open view on the first Thursday after the opening of the exhibition.

  • For a member's open view, the exhibitor is responsible for providing any refreshments, drinks, or catering for guests.

Additional Considerations:

  • The Camera Club will continuously review its exhibition guidelines to stay in line with industry best practices and ensure the gallery serves the evolving needs of its members.


Gallery Resources

If you wish to use The Gallery 1885 frames we offer two different frame sizes.


Large Frames: 84 x 59 cm or 33.07 x 23.22 inches


Medium Frames:50 x 40cm or 19.68 x 17.74 inches


Don't forget that if you are using a mount to print your images at the size they will fit in to the frame MINUS the mount.


You may also use our acrylic label holders. We have two sizes, details of which will be made available in due course. 


Delivering Prints

All printed images must be supplied by the required date listed in the event details. If you are late we cannot promise to be able to display your images.


If your images do not fit in the frames we will not crop or adjust prints.


Please CLEARLY write or attach your name and contact details on the BACK of the print. This will ensure that prints are properly named and we can ensure we can contact you should the prints go in to storage.


Collecting Prints

Prints will be stored on site at the club for 30 days in the storage area. Please collect your prints within that timeframe. Failure to do so cannot guarantee we will be able to long term store prints.


​​Photographic Printing Recomendations

The camera club has many levels of photographers, from beginners all the way up to well seasoned professionals. The following is a list of places that our photographers use to fit different budgets and quality requirements.


Metro Imaging:High end professional photo printing. Used by all the top professionals, this is the highest quality printing we know of. They're not massively more expensive but you pay for what you get, high quality service and results. They're also based just 30 minutes drive from the club just off the Clerkenwell Rd - https://metroimaging.co.uk


DS Colour Labs:High quality art printing with a service close to that of Metro but without the gravitas. They are probably the GO TO SERVICE for most TCC members. They combine great quality with a good price, fast turnaround and a fantastic range of options. Highly reccomended as a place to start with professional quality printing. https://dscolourlabs.co.uk 


White Wall: Cheaper (but not the cheapest) options with lots of different printing mediums. Ideal for those on a budget who still want solid quality and fast turnaround. TIPA Award winners 2013, 2017, 2020, 2021. 10% discount if you sign up to the newsletter: https://www.whitewall.com/uk

Further Questions

For further questions please email gallery1885@thecameraclub.co.uk - please state the EXHIBITION NAME or event you are enquiring about.