The Lock Up is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that relies on the support of generous people like you.
Becoming a part of The Lock-Up’s Patrons Program is an incredible way to support Australian artists and engage deeply with a nationally recognised organisation and its surrounding artistic community.
From tailored exhibition previews to intimate studio tours and artist lunches, the Patrons Program is designed to give supporters unique and intimate experiences. You will get to know our team, meet featured artists and special guests from across Australia as well as connect with other like-minded art lovers.
Support through our Patrons Program will help us on The Lock-Up’s mission to continue supporting artists to create new and experimental works.
All money donated will help foster our dynamic vision of supporting artists, both now and into the future.
Funds donated through The Lock-Up’s Patron Program are 100% tax deductible.
Patrons are acknowledged at the following levels:
- Fanatic $1,000 +
- Advocate $2,500 +
- Investor $5,000 +
- Champion $10,000 +
- Commissioner $25,000 +
Donations can be made as one-off payments, or as monthly or yearly deposits.
Donor names will be acknowledged on The Lock-Up’s Patrons Wall once monthly or yearly donations reach a level of $1,000. If joining as an ‘Advocate’ or above names will be moved up the board as the monthly or yearly payments reach the next level.
Fanatic $1,000+
As an Art Fanatic, you will receive access to pre-opening events and access to The Lock-Up’s Annual Patrons VIP night as well as the Patrons newsletter.
Advocate $2,500+
Art Advocates enjoy access to pre-opening events and invitations to The Lock-Up’s Annual Patrons Program VIP event. You will receive the Patrons newsletter and your support will be acknowledged across all of The Lock-Up platforms.
Investor $5,000+
As an Art Investor, you will receive access to pre-opening events and invitations to The Lock-Up’s Annual Patrons Program VIP event. You will receive behind the scene tours of The Lock-Up exhibitions as well as invitations to artist studios. You will receive the Patrons newsletter and your support will be acknowledged across all of The Lock-Up platforms.
Champion $10,000+
As Champion, you will experience all that you receive as an Art Investor, plus invitations to the VIP Annual Artist Lunch. You will also have access to an annual tour of a private collection, delivered by a collector.
Commissioner $25,000+
Commissioners are the leaders of The Lock-Up’s donor community. They enjoy all the experiences above as well as dedicated, personalised services and bespoke contemporary art experiences.
