Artist and Gallery Consignment Agreement

At Waveline Collective, we believe artists deserve clear, fair, and protective agreements when placing their work in galleries. Our Artist and Gallery Consignment Contract is a professionally made legal document, designed specifically to protect artists while creating transparency and alignment between artists and galleries.

Valued at over $2,500, we are offering this contract at an accessible price of only $80 ($60 for members with the promo code shown on Waveline member site)

Once purchased, customers will receive an email with a link to the PDF file to download.

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Too often, artists enter gallery relationships without clear documentation.

This agreement provides a solid legal framework that helps both parties operate professionally, confidently, and with mutual respect.

About the contract

  • This contract exists to:

    • Protect the artist’s ownership and copyright

    • Clearly define payment terms and commission structures

    • Outline responsibility for insurance, loss, and damage

    • Establish expectations for display and pricing

    • Prevent misunderstandings around exclusivity and representation

    • Ensure accountability through inventory tracking and reporting

  • This comprehensive consignment agreement covers:

    • Scope of representation and consignment terms

    • Non-exclusivity protections for the artist

    • Monthly reporting and payment timelines

    • Commission structure and pricing guidelines

    • Insurance requirements and liability protections

    • Procedures for damaged or lost artwork

    • Copyright protections and reproduction limitations

    • Shipping and expense responsibilities

    • Termination clauses and return procedures

    • Legal protections under Hawai‘i state law

  • This contract is ideal for:

    • Artists consigning work to galleries

    • Galleries working with independent artists

    • Creatives seeking a professional, transparent foundation for partnership

    • Artists who want stronger protection around payment, inventory, and intellectual property

  • Originally drafted by a legal team for a professional artist, this contract was further refined and reviewed by Waveline Collective’s legal advisor, Jeanilou Grace,

    to provide robust legal protections while remaining practical and easy to use for artists and galleries.

  • As advocates for Hawai‘i’s creative community, we’ve seen firsthand how unclear agreements can lead to lost income, damaged artwork, or strained relationships.

    This contract was developed to empower artists with a tool that supports sustainable, professional growth in the creative economy.

    Whether you're placing your first pieces in a gallery or formalizing an ongoing relationship, this agreement helps you do it with clarity and confidence.

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