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Eligibility

Exhibitions are open to Hawaiʻi-based artists, collectives, and curators working across disciplines and media.

About the Space

manini GALLERY at The Manifest operates as a multi-use venue, not a dedicated white-cube gallery. While manini GALLERY and The Manifest are not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to artwork, we follow professional gallery standards and take care to secure all works properly during installation.

Exhibition Timeline

• Exhibitions typically run for approximately two months
  
• From First Friday of Month 1 to the last Sunday of Month 2
  
• All artwork must be delivered no later than the Monday prior to opening
  

Guidelines on ideal works for the space and preparation requirements can be found in the Getting Works Ready for Exhibition section below.

Sales & Commission

• manini GALLERY takes a 10–30% commission, determined flexibly to allow for clean, whole-number pricing
  
• Artists should submit the price they expect to take home (before manini GALLERY’s percentage)
  
• Final retail prices will be confirmed with artist approval prior to exhibition
  

Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts (HSFCA)

manini GALLERY at The Manifest is registered as an exhibition site with the Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts.

Applicants presenting juried or curated exhibitions may request a visit from the Art Acquisition Selection Committee (AASC), which may result in work being acquired for the Hawaiʻi Public Art Collection.

• AASC attendance and acquisitions are not guaranteed
  
• Decisions are made at the discretion of the SFCA Board of Commissioners
  
• Interested applicants should apply at least 6 months in advance
  

All applications must be submitted through the online application portal.

Applications submitted via email or other methods will not be considered.

Applicants will be asked to provide:

• Artist(s) name(s)
  
• Curator name (if applicable)
  
• Curator CV (if applicable)
  
• Brief exhibition description
  
• Description of work types, materials, and formats
  
• Indication of interest in inviting the Hawaiʻi SFCA selection committee
  
• Exhibition title
  
• Exhibition checklist, including for each work:
  
  -- Image
  
  -- Title
  
  -- Medium / material
  
  -- Dimensions
  
  -- Estimated weight
  
  -- Price before manini GALLERY commission
  
  -- Installation notes
  
  
• List of desired public programs (artist talk, opening reception, closing event, etc.)
  
• Imagined layout of the space (optional)
  
• Additional notes or considerations
  

Applicants may request public programming, including:

• Opening receptions
  
• Artist talks
  
• Closing events
  
• Other proposed programs
  

Please note:

• Dates and times are not guaranteed and are subject to The Manifest’s scheduling needs
  
• First Friday events and off-day evenings (Monday or Wednesday) are preferred
  
• Artist talks typically run 45 minutes:
  (~30 minutes of moderated discussion, ~15 minutes of audience Q&A)
  
  Alternative formats are welcome and encouraged
  
  

Outside food or beverages are not permitted without prior approval.

Installation Requirements

• All wall-mounted works must arrive with appropriately strong D-rings installed at the upper back corners
  
• No wire or string is required
  
• All hardware must be installed prior to drop-off
  

Works delivered without proper hanging hardware will incur a $50 preparation fee, deducted from first-dollar sales.

Artwork Drop-Off

• Drop-off takes place at The Manifest at 5:00 PM on the Monday before opening
  
• Artists unable to meet this requirement must communicate in writing in advance