Thinking about showing your work for the first time? Learn what it takes to get your art exhibit-ready—from framing and matting to pricing and presentation. We’ll cover what to expect when preparing for a show, why gallery guidelines matter, and what’s unique about exhibiting at The Syd.
You’ll get hands-on help with matting, advice on pricing, and tips on finding local resources like framers and artist support. Bring your work and your own matte and/or frame and any tools you’ll need—we’ll provide the hanging hardware.
Leave ready to show your work with confidence—and know exactly what to expect when your art goes up on the wall.
Participants will learn the basics of preparing work for exhibition. Topics include: Custom matting, Exhibition requirements, pricing work, Expense expectations, and support resources available to artists.
Class Details
Age: Adults
Date: July 29th, 5pm-7pm
Class Fee: $20
Location: The Syd Blackmarr Arts Center
Class size is limited to 25
Online registration required
Purchase is nonrefundable
This class is designed to reflect the real-world expectations of preparing work for exhibition. While we will provide some tools to share, students are expected to bring their own basic supplies whenever possible. Investing in these tools is part of learning what’s required for future opportunities.
Students are responsible for bringing the following supplies to class:
- X-Acto knife or utility knife (encouraged, but not required)
- Metal ruler with cork or non-slip backing (encouraged, but not required)
- Pencil and eraser
- Notebook for taking notes
- Artwork of your choice
- pre-cut mat board or blank matt board
*all other supplies will be provided by TCA
Stock Up Like a Pro
These resources will get you started with the same tools working artists use to prep for exhibition:
This class will be held at the Syd Blackmarr Arts Center located at 255 Love Ave.
Upcoming Classes
July 29, 2025