Save Espionage
A$7,899
of $7,000 targetyrs ago
Successful on 13th Dec 2013 at 12:00PM.
Espionage is an Adelaide art gallery based in the heart of Rundle Mall. It has been in operation for three years, and in that time we have held over 50 exhibitions and events and helped to launch the careers of approximately 200+ artists.
We have helped to kick-start and build the careers of countless emerging artists, giving them the confidence to pursue their passion and build a career in the arts by placing them in exhibitions alongside other local, interstate, and internationally established artists. We have also aided charity organisations such as the Japanese Red Cross in response to the Fukushima disaster, the Compassion organisation aiding women and children in third world countries, and youth at risk through Red Cross Australia.
This was all made possible through the NIES scheme, which covered all the costs of Espionage's first year of operation. Although we have sustained a steady clientele and have a reputation for quality artwork, rising costs such as studio rent and the new South Australian Liquor Licensing laws means that our current position is unsustainable.
It is only due to gallery hire, low commission fees, bar sales, and a lot of personal investment that the gallery has stayed open until this point. We love our jobs and hope to continue assisting local artists on an international scale, and adding to Adelaide's art scene.
During this campaign we are looking at raising $7000 to cover ongoing costs associated with running Espionage Gallery, as well a creating a debut market space that will be the first Adelaide outlet for blind box vinyl toys (such as the infamous Munny and Dudebox brands), as well as local art and fashion from local and interstate artists.
With your help we can resuscitate Espionage Gallery and continue to foster emerging and established young visual artists to reach out for bigger and brighter things.
Thank you!
Joshua Smith.
We have helped to kick-start and build the careers of countless emerging artists, giving them the confidence to pursue their passion and build a career in the arts by placing them in exhibitions alongside other local, interstate, and internationally established artists. We have also aided charity organisations such as the Japanese Red Cross in response to the Fukushima disaster, the Compassion organisation aiding women and children in third world countries, and youth at risk through Red Cross Australia.
This was all made possible through the NIES scheme, which covered all the costs of Espionage's first year of operation. Although we have sustained a steady clientele and have a reputation for quality artwork, rising costs such as studio rent and the new South Australian Liquor Licensing laws means that our current position is unsustainable.
It is only due to gallery hire, low commission fees, bar sales, and a lot of personal investment that the gallery has stayed open until this point. We love our jobs and hope to continue assisting local artists on an international scale, and adding to Adelaide's art scene.
During this campaign we are looking at raising $7000 to cover ongoing costs associated with running Espionage Gallery, as well a creating a debut market space that will be the first Adelaide outlet for blind box vinyl toys (such as the infamous Munny and Dudebox brands), as well as local art and fashion from local and interstate artists.
With your help we can resuscitate Espionage Gallery and continue to foster emerging and established young visual artists to reach out for bigger and brighter things.
Thank you!
Joshua Smith.
SAVE ESPIONAGE - EXHIBITION
On November the 14th we will be opening an exhibition to mark the launch of the Pozible campaign. We will be running a bar by donation, as well as a mini raffle, live art, and the chance to be the first to see exclusive prizes made especially for this campaign.
Espionage volunteers will be available to help you with purchasing artwork, making donations via Pozible and also selling tickets to a mini raffle drawn that night.
For those of you that cannot make it to the exhibition opening night, the catalogue of artworks to chose from will be posted the next day in the update section of this campaign.
Coming to opening night secures your pick of the artworks you'd wish to receive as your donation prize, and also a chance to pay in cash and secure your purchase whether the campaign reaches its goal or not. We will be having a closing night celebration too, so stay tuned to see how you can help us seal the deal!
As many of you may know, Espionage does not get a single dime unless the Pozible goal is reached, so please, come along and donate! :)
Espionage volunteers will be available to help you with purchasing artwork, making donations via Pozible and also selling tickets to a mini raffle drawn that night.
For those of you that cannot make it to the exhibition opening night, the catalogue of artworks to chose from will be posted the next day in the update section of this campaign.
Coming to opening night secures your pick of the artworks you'd wish to receive as your donation prize, and also a chance to pay in cash and secure your purchase whether the campaign reaches its goal or not. We will be having a closing night celebration too, so stay tuned to see how you can help us seal the deal!
As many of you may know, Espionage does not get a single dime unless the Pozible goal is reached, so please, come along and donate! :)
How The Funds Will Be Used
Maintenance - Your donation towards this campaign will help keep Espionage alive by covering a small portion of the basic running costs, including (but not limited to) rent. Having a place in the city isn't cheap!
Upgrades - Espionage needs some upgrades to the space: we're hoping to start a small store area selling art books, local zines, local art and craft works (not relating to exhibitions), and art materials such as blank vinyl toys.
Events - Espionage has been running as a gallery space for a while now, but has also hosted events such as live art competitions, fundraisers, and stencil workshops. We'd like to have the money to run more of these events, more often. Such events include specialist workshops run by guest artists, night markets and also short film festivals/premiers.
Exhibitions - Espionage has some big plans for the next 6 months! Some exhibitions that we hope to put on include a Batman exhibition, a Star Wars exhibition, and a Retro gaming themed exhibition in December this year, teaming up with RETROSPEKT to have games and consoles set up during the event.
Upgrades - Espionage needs some upgrades to the space: we're hoping to start a small store area selling art books, local zines, local art and craft works (not relating to exhibitions), and art materials such as blank vinyl toys.
Events - Espionage has been running as a gallery space for a while now, but has also hosted events such as live art competitions, fundraisers, and stencil workshops. We'd like to have the money to run more of these events, more often. Such events include specialist workshops run by guest artists, night markets and also short film festivals/premiers.
Exhibitions - Espionage has some big plans for the next 6 months! Some exhibitions that we hope to put on include a Batman exhibition, a Star Wars exhibition, and a Retro gaming themed exhibition in December this year, teaming up with RETROSPEKT to have games and consoles set up during the event.
The Challenges
Assistance is provided by our in-house team of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers that help run the gallery. The main issues foreseen are being able to pay out studio rent, fit-out costs for the shop, and liquor licensing costs. This campaign will provide a kick-start to these issues, with alternate income coming from gallery and commerce sales.
Espionage Agent Ranking: Walk In. You are a civilian ready for the cause but have no experience in Espionage...yet. For a $10 donation you get yourself a spiffy pack of stickers with various designs to stick wherever your heart desires! Includes shipping to your place of living.
20 chosen / 80 available
Est. delivery is Dec 13
Espionage Agent ranking : Defector. A crafty espionage agent you came across from the other side ready to prove your loyalty to the cause. Choice of 1 print from various artists in the Save Espionage Exhibition Postage included.
27 chosen / 12 available
Est. delivery is Jan 14
Espionage Agent ranking : Saboteur. Although not fully trained in the world of Espionage you are more than ready to go into battle for your comrades. Small artworks by various local artists to chose from - displayed at the "Save Espionage" exhibition. 21 x 9cm on MDF boards as well as other small originals and prints donated by artists.
21 chosen / 2 available
Est. delivery is Dec 13
Espionage Agent ranking : Operative. You have the skills and the training field ready to prove yourself for your country in the field. Stencil Workshop Placement - Normally valued at $90, 7 hour stencil masterclass all materials included taught by Joshua Smith. Teaching advanced stencil cutting and painting techniques. Workshop dates Saturday February 1, 10-5pm. Saturday February 15, 10-5pm. Saturday March 22, 10-5pm.
1 chosen / 29 available
Est. delivery is Mar 14
Espionage Agent ranking : Courier. You are a courier of classified information ready to protect the cause at any means possible. One off original Custom Dudebox toy donated by local artist SG1. Check out more of SG 1's work here https://www.facebook.com/SGvisualartist
0 chosen / 1 available
Est. delivery is Jan 14
Espionage Agent ranking : Surveillance. A master of technology and recording devices your true skills lie in the art of surveillance of enemy agents. Artist Proof of Linocut print by local artist Lindsey Bryant. Measurements 71 x 100cm
0 chosen / 1 available
Est. delivery is Jan 14
Original artwork donated by Adelaide based artist David Court. Measures 35x45cm. Check out more of David's work here! www.foolsandtrolls.bigcartel.com
0 chosen / 1 available
Est. delivery is May 25
Espionage Agent ranking : Sleeper Agent. As a seasoned agent you are hibernating from your recent escapades but you are ready for action. Medium sized artworks by various local artists to chose from - displayed at the "Save Espionage" exhibition. Various Sizes.
9 chosen / 3 available
Est. delivery is Dec 13
Espionage Agent ranking : Cloak & Dagger. You work under the cover of darkness moving about the shadows to swiftly and silently accomplish your mission objectives. "The Mayor of Halloween Town" One off Custom Vinyl Dudebox Toy donated by So-Lou.
0 chosen / 1 available
Est. delivery is Jan 14
Espionage Agent ranking : Counter Intelligence. Your ability to blend in with enemy agents has been recognised. As a result you are placed within the enemy organisation to obtain classified information. Large sized artworks by various local artists to chose from - displayed at the "Save Espionage" exhibition. 46x56cm on wooden boards.
5 chosen / 3 available
Est. delivery is Dec 13
Original artwork on canvas donated by Adelaide artist James Dean. Measures 30x61cm. Check out more of James Dean's artwork here! https://www.facebook.com/jamesdeanart?ref=br_rs
0 chosen / 1 available
Est. delivery is May 25
Espionage Agent ranking : 00 Agent. You are a suited up agent who loves a drink and a gunfight. Not necessarily in that order. Custom Vinyl Toy by local artist and toy customiser Nic Bic. Check out more of Nic's amazing work here https://www.facebook.com/nic.bic.7 (image shown is just an example of Nic's work, custom toy will vary)
1 chosen / 4 available
Est. delivery is Mar 14
Original artwork donated by Sydney artist Rebecca Murphy. Check out more of her work here! http://www.rebecca-murphy.net/
0 chosen / 1 available
Est. delivery is Feb 14
Licensed to Thrill. You are ready to take on any adversary be it inside a volcano lair, hot tub or mountain fortress! Choice of extra large artworks displayed at the Save Espionage Exhibition at Espionage Gallery.
3 chosen / 3 available
Est. delivery is Dec 13
Greeting card donated by Toronto based Illustrator and Tattooist Lisa Vanin. Check out more of Lisa's amazing work here http://lisavanin.com/
4 chosen / 0 available
Est. delivery is Jan 14
3" mini blank DIY vinyl dudebox toy for you to customise however you wish!
21 chosen / 0 available
Est. delivery is May 25
Limited Edition Taps Aff! Vinyl Toy by Conzo & Dudebox. Comes with packaging, Vinyl Toy and Bottle and Limited Edition Authenticity Card. See more of Conzo's work here! http://www.conzo.co.uk/
1 chosen / 0 available
Est. delivery is Jan 14
Espionage Agent ranking : Echelon Agent. You prefer to conduct your espionage duties using technological means rather than at the point of a gun. Custom photo portrait session and print with local Adelaide photographer Genevieve Brandenburg. Black and white film process. Check out Genevieve - http://cargocollective.com/genevievebrandenburg
6 chosen / 0 available
Est. delivery is Jan 14
Espionage Agent ranking : Agent Provocateur. Your persuasion skills as an agent are exceptional allowing you to easily turn enemy agents. Your choice of custom handmade jewellery by various local jewellery designers. Postage included.
2 chosen / 0 available
Est. delivery is Mar 14
One off original artwork donated by Toronto based illustrator and Tattooist Lisa Vanin. Artwork measurements 15x20cm Check out more of Lisa's amazing work here! http://lisavanin.com/
1 chosen / 0 available
Est. delivery is Jan 14
Donated Original artwork by 2013 World Stencil Art Prize Winner David Soukup from Chicago. Handcut Stencils spray painted onto wood. Check out more of David's amazing artwork here! www.soukupvisual.com
1 chosen / 0 available
Est. delivery is Jan 14