Critiques: Installations + Presentations

Faculty

To book a space for your class critiques, email your request to Community Bookings as soon as you know your required dates. As space is limited, we ask that you use your assigned classroom whenever possible, however, additional space can be booked during class time if available. Designated installation spaces may be booked for a maximum of 3 days.

Students

Step 1: Request a Space

  • Consult with your instructor. Discuss the scope of your installation. Assigned classrooms are typically used for critiques, but additional space may have already been booked by your instructor.
  • If you are still in need of a space, determine your space requirements and email your request to Community Bookings.
  • Once a space has been identified a hold will be placed and you will be asked to complete the Request to Install Artwork form below.

Step 2: Approval Process

  • When your Request to Install Artwork form has been received, Community Bookings will submit the form to Facilities for final approval.
  • Once approved by Facilities, Community Bookings will confirm your booking by email. Your instructor will also be notified of your booking.

While Facilities make every effort to approve all installation requests, public safety and protection of property must be considered.

Step 3: Installation + Restoration

  • Be aware of your booking start and end time. There is more than likely someone in the space before and after you.
  • Read the Installation Guidelines before you begin your install.
  • Restore the space at the time of deinstall. Campground rules apply: please leave the space better than found when done.
Installation Guidelines

How to Protect Common Space

Do not install artwork in the following areas:

  • in or around elevators
  • from overhead pipes, beams, ventilation pipes, sprinkler heads or light fixtures
  • on or above doors or on door glass
  • in front of doors, windows, or fire exits
  • stairwells, washrooms, student lounge or cafeteria

Do not paint:

  • Wooden beams
  • Metal beams
  • Floors + carpets
  • Thermostats
  • Doors + windows
  • Electrical outlets
  • Baseboards
  • Door jambs
  • Ceilings
  • Metal corner guards
  • Lights + light fixtures
  • Telephones
  • Switch plates
  • Fire pull stations/bells
  • Air ducts
  • Room numbers
  • Fire extinguishers

Please note:

  • No candles, flames or burning of any kind
  • Fire extinguishers must never be obstructed or moved
  • Any screws, nails, staples or hooks used during installation are to be removed afterwards
  • Fasteners (screws, nails, etc.) cannot exceed 30mm in length
  • Fasten artwork only to walls that are plywood-backed. OK to use masking tape or painter’s tape on any walls
  • Do not cut, drill, nail or use fasteners on beams, posts, concrete floors/walls etc.
  • Electrical outlets, door jambs and baseboards etc. must be masked over with tape and paper before painting. Do
  • not remove switch covers or electrical outlet covers
  • When painting use drop sheet to cover floor and carpeting
  • Do not use glue or felt pens on walls or other surfaces
  • For 3D work, ensure that there is clearance of at least 5 feet around one side to allow safe passage for people in
  • the area of your work
  • Also, for 3D work, be sure that there are no pointy parts at eye level that could injure people as they pass by

    Space Usage + Restoration
    • The university is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to students’ work. This includes work that may be damaged as a result of computer failure or faulty equipment.
    • Any installations found on campus without approval will be removed at the student’s expense.
    • Installations are not permitted in stairwells, as these are areas of refuge. Additionally, items cannot be hung down through the light wells; when the electronic sensors in the light wells are disturbed, they activate an alarm system and cause emergency gates within the light wells to close.
    • When installing artwork, students are reminded to be respectful of others’ work. If there are items installed in a space, please check with Community Bookings before removing the work.
    • All spaces must be restored to their original condition at the time of deinstall. Be sure to include time for this task when booking the space. Failure to restore the space will result in the student being charged for any work and materials needed to fix the area, and may affect any approval of future space booking requests.
    • Tool and paint supplies are available through the Tool Checkout + Resale Materials. Guidance for filling, sanding, or painting is available from your Studio Technician.
    • If any adjustments need to be made, or you no longer require the booking contact Community Bookings.
    Request to Install Artwork

    Please include time for set-up, take-down, restoration + sanitation of the space.

    How to Protect and Restore Common Space

    Please note:

    • The university is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to students’ work. This includes work that may be damaged as a result of computer failure or faulty equipment.
    • All areas are to be restored to their original condition. All areas will be inspected once installations are removed. Taking pictures of a space prior to installation is an easy way to establish a baseline for restoration, but if you are unsure of what needs to be done to restore a particular space, please contact Facilities.
    • All areas must be restored at the time of take down. Be sure to include time for this task when booking the space.
    • Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the student being charged for any work and materials needed to fix the area, and may affect any approval of future room/installation booking requests.
    • Tool and paint supplies are available through the Tool Checkout + Resale Materials. Guidance for filling, sanding, or painting is available from your Studio Technician. 

    Do not paint:

    • Wooden beams
    • Metal beams
    • Floors + carpets
    • Thermostats
    • Doors + windows
    • Electrical outlets
    • Baseboards
    • Door jambs
    • Ceilings
    • Metal corner guards
    • Lights + light fixtures
    • Telephones
    • Switch plates
    • Fire pull stations/bells
    • Air ducts
    • Room numbers
    • Fire extinguishers

    Do not install artwork in the following areas:

    • elevators
    • from overhead pipes, beams, ventilation pipes, sprinkler heads or light fixtures
    • on or above doors or on door glass
    • in front of doors, windows, or fire exits
    • stairwells, washrooms, student lounge or cafeteria 

    Please note:

    • No candles, flames or burning of any kind
    • Fire extinguishers must never be obstructed or moved
    • Any screws, nails, staples or hooks used during installation are to be removed afterward
    • Fasteners (screws, nails, etc.) cannot exceed 30mm in length
    • Fasten artwork only to walls that are plywood-backed. OK to use masking tape or painter’s tape on any walls
    • Do not cut, drill, nail or use fasteners on beams, posts, concrete floors/walls etc.
    • Electrical outlets, door jambs and baseboards etc. must be masked over with tape and paper before painting. Do
    • not remove switch covers or electrical outlet covers
    • When painting use drop sheet to cover floor and carpeting
    • Do not use glue or felt pens on walls or other surfaces
    • For 3D work, ensure that there is clearance of at least 5 feet around one side to allow safe passage for people in
    • the area of your work
    • Also, for 3D work, be sure that there are no pointy parts at eye level that could injure people as they pass by