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1. Need and Demand
- Question: Is there a need for such a galerie in this part of the world?
- Key Points:
- Assessing community interest.
- Evaluating current cultural offerings.
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2. Inquiries and Contact
- Questions:
- To date, how many inquiries have been made for 2025?
- Who should be contacted to find out about setting up an arts area?
- Key Points:
- Tracking inquiries.
- Identifying key contacts.
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3. Participation Criteria
- Questions:
- Should participation be limited to locals only?
- Who are the local/national artists to contact?
- Key Points:
- Open to all artists.
- Engaging local and national talent.
4. Accessibility
- Question: Are there mandatory requirements concerning wheelchair access?
- Key Points:
- Ensuring inclusivity.
- Meeting legal standards.
5. Funding and Grants
- Questions:
- Are there grants available to make good the monastic area for a ‘gallery’ space and/or the masterclass area?
- What conditions would be placed upon the use of the building should grants be used?
- What are the potential sources of revenue for the arts area aside from grants?
- Key Points:
- Exploring grant opportunities.
- Understanding grant conditions.
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6. Governance
- Questions:
- How many members should be on the artistic selection group?
- What skill set or qualifications should they bring which will further the aims of the project?
- Key Points:
- Forming a diverse committee.
- Establishing selection criteria.
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7. Community and Support
- Questions:
- How to approach the local Maire and council?
- Are neighbors supportive?
- What are the potential economic impacts of the arts area on the local community?
- Key Points:
- Building community support.
- Gaining local government backing.
- ecomonic impacts
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8. Publicity and Legalities
- Questions:
- What are the best ways to publicize the arts area?
- How can any marketing strategies be used to promote the arts?
- How can these strategies be evaluated for the future?
- Is there a role for media infulencers in promotion?
- Are there any legal implications?
- What are the insurance requirements?
- Key Points:
- Effective marketing strategies.
- Understanding legal and insurance needs.
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9. Local Philanthropy and Policies
- Questions:
- Are there any known local philanthropists for the arts who might be interested in the development of the concept?
- What policies are needed for accepting applications and displaying art?
- Key Points:
- Engaging philanthropists.
- Establishing clear policies.
10. Security
- Question: What security measures are necessary for the arts area?
- Key Points:
- Ensuring artwork protection.
- Implementing security systems.
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11. Australian Exchange Opportunities
- Questions:
- Would Australian artists be interested in an annual exhibition in Nerac?
- How would this be organized in Australia?
- How would the art be chosen, and by whom?
- Would Qantas transport paintings gratis in a rolled format, to be framed in France and returned similarly?
- Key Points:
- Promoting cultural exchange.
- Organizing logistics and partnerships.
12. Volunteer Regulations
- Questions:
- What are the regulations regarding volunteer help in France?
- How to develop a volunteer program for the arts area?
- Key Points:
- Understanding volunteer laws.
- Establishing a volunteer program.