Off the Wall 2024: CALL FOR VOLUNTEER GALLERY SITTERS

Art Outreach Singapore is proud to present the next edition of Off the Wall, a sustainable exhibition series featuring large-scale murals by three talented artists - Charmaine Chen, Lee Wan Xiang and Wu Yanrong. The exhibition offers visitors a unique opportunity to witness live painting in action, as the artists create captivating murals in the gallery space at 5 Lock Road in Gillman Barracks. The completed murals will be transformed into made-to-order, customisable fine art prints, making art collecting more widely accessible while generating revenue for the artists and supporting Art Outreach's non-profit art programmes.

Volunteer Role:

We are looking for enthusiastic and friendly volunteers to assist with gallery sitting during the Off the Wall exhibition on weekends. Your primary responsibilities will be to facilitate any queries from visitors and assist with way-finding around the art space when necessary. As a volunteer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the visitors' experience, promoting art appreciation, and supporting the local art community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet visitors warmly and provide a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

• Answer questions about the exhibition, artists, and the art-making process.

• Help visitors find their way around the art space and provide information about specific artworks.

• Assist visitors with purchases of fine art prints, providing information about the ordering process.

• Be attentive to visitors' needs and ensure their safety and comfort during their visit.

Volunteer Shifts:

The exhibition will run from 13 August — 21 September over 6 weekends. Volunteer shifts will be on Saturdays and Sundays during gallery hours. Each shift will be approximately 4 hours long, with flexibility in scheduling.

Shift 1:

11am — 3pm

Shift 2:

3 — 7pm

Benefits:

• Unique opportunity to engage with contemporary artists and their creative process.

• Enhance your knowledge of the art world and gain valuable experience in art gallery operations.

• Be a part of a vibrant and supportive art community in Singapore.

• Volunteer endorsement letter upon completion of the volunteering period.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in volunteering for the Off the Wall exhibition, please register your interest via this link below:

Apply now

Age Requirement:

Applicants are required to be 16 years old and above. PLEASE NOTE: Slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications close on 31 July 2024.

We look forward to having you as a part of our volunteer team and making "OFF THE WALL" a remarkable experience for our visitors!

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About Art Outreach:

Art Outreach is a non-profit arts intermediary dedicated to promoting art appreciation in Singapore and supporting the local art ecosystem. Established in 2003, we offer financial support, exhibition opportunities, and educational programs for artists and the community to encourage a deeper understanding and appreciation of art.

For more information about Art Outreach, visit our website: www.artoutreach.org