Testimonials

“Working with Melony has been such a pleasure. She is so generous with her art and business know-how. Planning and running my exhibition has felt like a true collaboration. I also love her vision of creating a community of artists that support each other. I'm looking forward to working with her and other artists connected to Gallery 11:11 into the future.”

- Joanna Durney Sanz

“Melony is an absolute wonder to work with. When I teamed up with her to organise my mother's commemorative exhibition, I was a little apprehensive, but Melony calmly intuited the vision and helped to realise it every step of the way. She is both efficient and creative, and has a great curatorial eye for making the artist's work shine in her beautiful gallery space. I couldn't have been happier with the final exhibition, which even included an opera singer - and can't recommend Melony and Gallery 11:11 highly enough!”

-Tom Geue

”I can't say enough good things about Gallery 11:11. The space is bright and beautiful and I found it the perfect setting to showcase my work. I was overwhelmed by the number of people who came to check out my show, this is a testament to the Gallery's network and standing in the local community. Being my first ever solo show, Melony guided me through the process of bringing the show to life and I couldn't have done it without her wisdom.”

-Dean Spinks

“It was about two years ago that I discovered Gallery 11:11, after which I started going regularly to it's monthly exhibitions. Inspired, I started discussing with Melony having my own exhibition displaying my bird-art photography. Together with Melony and under her guidance - as I had not previous experience - we started exploring the concept, selecting photos, experimenting with prints, and putting an exhibition together. It was an enthralling journey, that peaked at an eight-day exhibition. These were an exiting eight days, in which I met over 150 visitors, sold over a dozen pieces of work, but most importantly met so many that came to enjoy my art and support me. It was a wonderful experience, and a flawless execution from beginning to end.
Thank you Melony. I would not have done it without your help and guidance.”
- Ran Fuchs

“Gallery 11:11 hosted my first solo exhibition in March 2020. The whole experience was incredible due to the professionalism of Melony Smirniotis. Every aspect of the process was excellent, from mentoring throughout the journey, curating the exhibition, advertising via multiple media platforms, hosting and sales. Melony loves artists and cares about their creativity and art making, bringing out their story through the way she curates the finished pieces. Gallery 11:11 is a beautiful & peaceful art space to exhibit and create art in. It is a supportive space for a collective of artists and lovers of art. As an emerging artist I have felt welcomed, inspired and supported. Thank you Melony & Gallery 11:11.

-Jane Latella

“Two words would describe my experience with Melony at Gallery 11:11 Artspace … professional and supportive. Her years of experience help shape the whole gallery experience. Gallery 11:11 is an intimate art space that provides endless opportunities for its artists. Being located in the heart of North Epping, it thrives on local community support which is one of its endearing features. I’m blessed to be part of the growing network of artists and mentors and cannot highly recommended this space enough.”

Rebecca Brady

“My first solo exhibition took place in April / May 2021 and was a complete success. My profound thanks go to Melony Kara Smirniotis, Artist and Director of Gallery 11:11 whose guidance and mentoring made this exhibition possible. Melony reviewed my work on a regular basis providing feedback and encouragement. An important component of my exhibition was the narrative behind the work. Melony engaged with the narrative and took time to understand the motive behind the creation of each image. Gallery 11:11 provides an important hub for visual arts in Sydney's Northern districts”.

Murray Walsh

‘Chameleon’ 21st November – 13th December 2019

“What a wonderful opportunity it was to exhibit in this new and innovative art space in North Epping in 2019. I can honestly say that my exhibition entitled ‘Chameleon’ held at Gallery 11:11 was a turning point in my artistic journey.

I was juggler of time, career and creativity for the previous forty years and we selected my most recent works for this solo exhibition, co-curated by director Melony Smirniotis and myself. There was ample room for twenty-eight works on the walls; a professional hanging system and break out rooms. So well designed.

Six large artworks formed the central focus of my exhibition. The ‘hero work’, entitled ‘Terror in the Wallpaper’, occupied the centre of the longest wall facing the entry. The ‘source work’ entitled ‘Dooga Creek’ was placed on an easel near the door. I really enjoyed this refreshing way to perceive an exhibition and also the request by Melony for a strong narrative to give the exhibition strength and validity. It was these concepts that Melony taught me which informed my exhibition and my future practice. Challenging at first, it was very empowering on moving forward.

I now work on large pentaptyches on steel and I execute these works in gouache and found objects. I feel that I have now found my ‘life’s work’.

Thank you, Melony, for the opportunity to show my artwork in your light filled, special purpose art space. Congratulations for what you have created for both the community and the artists who exhibit in Gallery 11:11. Your encouragement and support is highly valued and an integral part of your success.”

Much love and appreciation,

Jenni Trezise

Ricarda Engelhardt and Lolita Wildin ~ joint exhibition ‘AQUA’ in October 2020 at Gallery 11:11.

“We both found Melony to be very professional in the running of her gallery. She was very helpful in all aspects of our exhibition and made the experience an easy and successful process. Many thanks Melony.”

“Hi Melony,

Just wanted to say thank you for taking the time to arrange and host my virtual visit to your gallery and exhibition.

It was a lovely surprise and privilege to meet Jane in person, and to see her beautiful watercolours. The vibrancy, skill and warmth of Jane's paintings really communicates the beauty of Australia's natural environment as well as the joy of watercolour painting itself....inspirational!” Krys

Gallery Rates

”Painting is easy when you don't know how, but very difficult when you do.”
Edgar Degas

*Exhibiting Artist’s are expected to have obtained a minimum of 5 years art practice, to provide an authentic narrative and cohesive body of work.

Artist submission

Artists must submit a succinct bio and minimum of three images via email of their current work on application to exhibit. They will then be contacted by the director of the gallery in order to find a mutually suitable time to meet and discuss expectations and further details.

Gallery 11:11 is all about the ‘narrative’. In addition to the aesthetic, there is always a story to be told. Gallery 11:11 intends to showcase your story as an artist in order to connect with the audience on a personal level. All artist mediums are welcome to submit their application to exhibit.

Artist Exhibitions

*25% gallery commission fee applies

Exhibiting fees:

One week (one weekend) weekday visits Monday to Friday by appointment $440

One week (two weekends) weekday visits Monday to Friday by appointment $660

Pop up weekend (2 days with an option of opening on the Friday evening 6-8pm) $395

Weekend opening hours 10 - 4

Open hours by appointment weekdays (11am-3pm) / evenings (6-8pm)

A non refundable deposit (if exhibition is cancelled) of $110 is required to secure the date of the exhibition. The $110 deposit also covers the cost of the bond and will be refunded in full at the end of the exhibition if the terms and conditions (see below) of the gallery have been met.

The total exhibition fee is due 4 weeks prior to the exhibition.

The curating of the exhibition is facilitated by Gallery 11:11 staff. Additional staff may be organised to serve beverages and canapés. Opening night details are negotiable with Gallery 11:11 and the artist.

If the Artist exhibiting authorises an agent, courier or person other than themselves to collect unsold work, Gallery 11:11 must be notified in advance.
The wrapping of art work for collection is the responsibility of the Artist.
Commissioned work or sales acquired during exhibition dates and for 8 weeks post exhibition, related to the work exhibited at Gallery 11:11 will incur the 25% commission fee.
No more than 2 works may be released to the exhibiting Artist prior to the 8 week post exhibition period for the purpose of entering an Art Prize with the provision that the gallery will be acknowledged both by the entrants application to submit and in the event of a sale which would incur a split commission.
Pricing of artwork is the responsibility of the Artist. It is expected that artwork is priced with consideration to prior exhibitions or external gallery relationships.
An artwork valuation certificate may be obtained on request via a verified appraiser.
The vision of the gallery is to leave a lasting impression on the audience, with this we encourage visual impact regarding the fine details in relation to the overall presentation. This may include tools and inspiration within the display unit and wall stickers / decal / wall stencils (this is optional and is an additional cost to the Artist).
All promotional material including flyers, posters and social media posts must align with the vision of the space. Distribution and promotion of such materials / information must be approved by the Director of the gallery who has the right to decline distribution.
Kitchen facilities: Fridge, Tea & Coffee facilities, glasses and basic utensils. Catering for the opening celebration is the responsibility of the artist. Alcohol must be provided by the artist, accompanied by pre wrapped food.

Trestle tables, chairs, and field easels are available.

Social media promotion of the exhibition is consistently updated on Facebook, Instagram and the gallery website.

Numbering of artwork accompanied by a running sheet is organised by the gallery. The artist may use their own labelling if preferred.

The gallery may assist in the design of the invitations if required. Any cost in regard to printing invitations will be charged to exhibiting artist.

Purchase of work

A non refundable deposit (minimum 20%) is required on the sale of an item. The remaining of the sale is to be paid in full by the closing date of the exhibition.

Commission of 25% incl GST is payable to Gallery 11:11 on the sale of an item for the duration of the exhibition and for 8 weeks post exhibition. The 25% commission fee also applies to commissions received in relation to artwork exhibited in the Gallery 11:11 space for 8 weeks post exhibition.

Unsold artwork must be collected by the artist / purchaser within 7 days of the closing of the exhibition.

The Artist must inform the gallery if they are registered for GST. A break down of sales will be issued to the Artist within 7 days after the conclusion of the exhibition. With this, the Artist is to issue to gallery with an invoice. The invoice must state the total sales including an ABN.

Floor plan - Main Gallery

Front wall: 2.5m high x 5m wide

Two side walls: 2m high x 4m wide

Two front spaces 2m high x 1m wide

Optional - Opening to gallery - 2 free standing easels

3 Plinths

1 Print display rack

A horizontal display unit with acrylic covering 1.3m long by 40cm wide