Expressions of Interest now open for Gallery Forbes Committee

Expressions of Interest are being sought from art makers and enthusiasts to join the Forbes Cultural and Arts Centre (‘Gallery Forbes’) committee.

This is an exciting new venture for the Forbes Arts Society, which will see the formation of a vibrant, skills-based committee that will help establish our region’s new creative hub - Gallery Forbes.

Those interested in being part of the Gallery Forbes committee are encouraged to complete our Expression of Interest Form and submit via hello@forbesartssociety.com by 5pm, Friday 16th August 2024.

Gallery Forbes Committee EOI Form.pdf

Download PDF • 83KB

Please include any supporting documentation that demonstrates your experience and/or showcases your skills in particular area.

Expressions of Interest will be assessed by the Forbes Arts Society Board.

For enquiries, please reach out to Karen on 0411 099 432 or hello@forbesartssociety.com.

About Gallery Forbes Committee

The terms of reference for the Gallery Forbes committee are yet to be determined. Please see the proposed terms below.

Forbes Arts Society is a not-for-profit incorporated association and the committee positions are voluntary, unpaid positions with a two-year term.

The Committee will be made up of:

• 6 to 8 members appointed on a skills basis, selected through an EOI assessment process

• 4 advisory members (Gallery Forbes Employee, FAS Board member, Arts OutWest representative, Forbes Shire Council representative)

The committee will meet on a monthly basis, commencing September 2024 (TBC). Initially, this committee will help inform the products, services, programs and activities to be delivered at Gallery Forbes once operational.

We are looking for some specific skills as well as ensuring that the board has diversity across gender, location, age and cultural background. Additionally, we are hoping to attract people to the committee that possess the following attributes:

• Ability / willingness to actively contribute time, skills and energy

• Common sense and sound judgement

• Integrity and high standards

• Interpersonal relations

• Listening skills

• Respect for diverse perspectives

• Team player / collaborative

• Verbal communication skills

About Gallery Forbes

Forbes Arts Society purchased the former Forbes and District Ambulance Station at 110 Lachlan Street, Forbes in December 2019.

Orange-based firm, Source Architects were engaged in 2020 to develop the final design for the Centre in consultation with key project partners and the wider community.  

The design is an adaptive reuse of this prominent local building – sensitive to the site’s Local Heritage Significance status, whilst incorporating a beautiful yet functional contemporary extension. The design incorporates sustainable features and is fully accessible.

Once complete, Gallery Forbes will consist of exhibition spaces, a multi-functional workshop area, retail space, offices, and a café. A space that encourages locals and visitors to create, share and experience art and culture as well as meet, gather and connect with one another.  

The Forbes Cultural and Arts Centre development is part of the ‘Boosting the Lachlan Valley Economy Art Project’ which is proudly funded by the NSW Government’s Regional Growth - Environment and Tourism Fund, the Forbes Arts Society, Forbes Shire Council, Lachlan Shire Council and Evolution Mining.

The Centre is planned for completion in 2025. 

About Forbes Arts Society

Forbes Arts Society’s vision is to shape and support a culture of creativity through a thriving and dynamic regional arts sector, to enrich the lives of residents and visitors to the Forbes Shire and surrounding region.

In 2009, a small group of passionate artists established a dedicated society to foster and celebrate the arts. For close to fifteen years, FAS has been providing an important cultural service to the Forbes Shire community and continues to be a catalyst for enriching the cultural dimension of the wider region. 

The Forbes Arts Society (FAS) became an incorporated association in 2011 and has since grown to now comprise of over 100 members from all across New South Wales. The members are guided by a volunteer Board. There are currently three committees that carry out specific functions; ArtsWeb committee, Grazing Down the Lachlan, and Projects committee.

Read more about the Forbes Arts Society here.