Contracts checklists
3 Exclusivity
- Will the gallery/dealer have an exclusive relationship with the artist? Note: In return for representing an artist the gallery/dealer will sometimes demand that no one else can represent the artist. Exclusivity can be limited geographically (for example, representation within the UK only) or by medium (for example, works on paper). Artists should be reluctant to give a gallery/dealer exclusivity unless they are convinced it is justified, for example because the gallery/dealer is well established and has a good reputation and/or the gallery/dealer is specific about what they are expected to do in return for the exclusivity.
- Which geographical area/s will the relationship cover? Note: Exclusivity can be limited geographically. For example a gallery/dealer can be granted exclusive rights to represent the artist in the UK only.
- Which types of work will the relationship cover? Note: Exclusivity can be limited by medium. For example, a gallery/dealer can have exclusive rights to sell works on paper only, with a second gallery/dealer having exclusive rights to sell the artist's paintings
- Will the artist be allowed to exhibit work at public galleries?
- Does the relationship relate only to new work?
- Does the relationship include public or private commissions?
