Licensing an Exhibition

Browsing Exhibitions

Finding Exhibitions

The platform lets you browse all available exhibitions with filters:

Filter by Space

  • Minimum room dimensions

  • Single vs. multi-channel

  • Sound requirements

  • Lighting requirements

Filter by Duration

  • Short works (<15 minutes total)

  • Medium works (15-60 minutes)

  • Long form (60+ minutes)

  • Looping/continuous

Filter by Theme

  • Subject matter

  • Aesthetic approach

  • Cultural context

  • Intended audience

Filter by Pricing

  • License fee range

  • Duration options

  • Your venue type discount

Exhibition Listings Include

For each exhibition, you'll see:

  • Title, artist, curator

  • Description and curatorial statement

  • Preview materials (images, clips)

  • Technical specifications

  • Space requirements

  • Available license durations

  • Pricing for your venue type

Previewing Before Licensing

Before committing:

  • Watch preview clips

  • Review complete technical specs

  • Check that your space meets requirements

  • View other host installations (if available)

  • Ask questions through the platform

The Licensing Process

Step 1: Select Exhibition

Choose an exhibition that fits:

  • Your space and equipment

  • Your audience and community

  • Your programming goals

  • Your budget

Step 2: Choose License Terms

Select your preferences:

Duration

Option
Use Case

1-4 weeks

Pop-up, event, trial

1-3 months

Standard exhibition run

6 months

Semi-permanent installation

1 year

Long-term programming

Start Date

  • Immediate (files delivered within 48 hours)

  • Scheduled (specify future start date)

Step 3: Review Pricing

Your license fee is calculated based on:

  • Base exhibition fee

  • License duration multiplier

  • Venue type adjustment

  • Geographic adjustment

You'll see the exact total before confirming.

Example Pricing

Exhibition: "Digital Horizons" (3-channel video installation)

Venue Type
1 Month
3 Months
6 Months

Café

€800

€1,800

€3,000

University

€1,200

€2,700

€4,500

Corporate

€2,500

€5,500

€9,000

Step 4: Payment

Payment is processed via the platform:

Payment Methods

  • Cryptocurrency (UNT or stablecoins on Nonterritorial chain)

  • Credit/debit card (converted automatically)

  • Bank transfer (for larger licenses)

Payment Distribution

Your payment is distributed instantly via smart contract:

Recipient
Share

Artist

40%

Curator

20%

Rights Holders

15%

Network Operations

15%

Commissioning Fund

10%

Step 5: Receive Exhibition Package

Upon payment completion, you receive:

Immediately

  • License confirmation

  • Installation guide PDF

  • Promotional materials package

  • Technical specifications document

Within 24-48 Hours

  • Secure download link for exhibition files

  • Any additional documentation

  • Platform support access

Exhibition Package Contents

What You Receive

Video Files

  • Full resolution exhibition files

  • Backup copies in alternative formats

  • File verification checksums

Documentation

  • Installation guidelines (step-by-step)

  • Technical specifications

  • Troubleshooting guide

  • Emergency contact information

Promotional Materials

  • High-resolution images

  • Exhibition description (short/long versions)

  • Artist biography

  • Press release template

  • Social media assets

Support Access

  • Platform support channel

  • Technical assistance

  • Community forum access

File Delivery

Files are delivered via secure download:

  • Encrypted transfer

  • Time-limited download links

  • Verification required

  • Watermarked for tracing

During Your Exhibition

Installation Support

If you need help:

  • Step-by-step video tutorials

  • Live chat support during business hours

  • Email support with 24-hour response

  • Community forum for peer advice

Verification Process

After installation, complete verification:

  1. Submit photos of your installation

  2. Verification node confirms proper display

  3. Green light for your license record

  4. Ongoing periodic verification

This protects artists and ensures quality across the network.

Making Changes

During your license:

  • Technical updates available if released

  • Support for equipment issues

  • Promotional material updates

  • Community event coordination

Promoting Your Exhibition

You're encouraged to:

  • Host opening events

  • Organize discussions or talks

  • Invite local media

  • Share on social media

  • Partner with local organizations

Use provided promotional materials—they're designed to be effective.

Ending Your License

Normal Expiration

When your license period ends:

  • Exhibition automatically expires

  • Remove exhibition from display

  • Delete files from local storage

  • Complete optional feedback survey

Renewal

Want to continue? Before expiration:

  • Renew for additional period

  • Same exhibition, new license

  • Often discounted for continuous hosts

Switching Exhibitions

After one exhibition:

  • Browse new options

  • Apply experience to better selection

  • Build ongoing programming calendar

  • Develop hosting expertise

Licensing Scenarios

Scenario: Café First Exhibition

Venue: Coffee shop with 4m × 5m back room Goal: Cultural programming to differentiate from competitors Budget: €1,500

Process:

  1. Filter exhibitions for small single-channel works

  2. Select 30-minute looping video piece

  3. License for 3 months at café rate: €1,200

  4. Install on existing 55" TV

  5. Host opening event with artist Q&A video

  6. Feature in local press as "art café"

Result: Cultural identity, customer engagement, artist supported

Scenario: University Semester Installation

Venue: University library commons, 6m × 8m Goal: Align with contemporary art course Budget: €3,000 (from cultural programming fund)

Process:

  1. Review exhibitions with educational themes

  2. Select multi-channel installation on digital identity

  3. License for 4 months (full semester) at university rate: €2,700

  4. Install with borrowed AV equipment

  5. Integrate with course syllabus

  6. Host faculty and student discussions

Result: Educational enrichment, campus engagement, student access to contemporary art

Scenario: Corporate Lobby

Venue: Tech company lobby, 10m × 15m Goal: Sophisticated cultural environment Budget: €10,000 (annual cultural budget)

Process:

  1. Browse large-scale, professional presentations

  2. Select major artist video installation

  3. License for 6 months at corporate rate: €8,000

  4. Professional installation with projector system

  5. Employee programming with lunch talks

  6. Client and visitor impressions

Result: Cultural credibility, employee satisfaction, distinctive environment

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