Ready to hang means that artworks must arrive with a suitable hanging system attached. This includes fixings such as “D” rings with cord or picture wire strung between.
Please note: The organising committee cannot be responsible for any damage to artworks that have been poorly prepared for hanging.
Stretched
This refers to an artwork where the canvas is stretched over a simple timber frame (called a stretcher). The hanging system is attached to the back of the stretcher.
![Ready-to-hang-2](https://osartexpo.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Ready-to-hang-2.jpeg)
![Ready-to-hang-1](https://osartexpo.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Ready-to-hang-1.jpeg)
Framed
The artwork is bordered with a frame and often covered with glass or Perspex.
The hanging system is attached to the back of the Frame.
![Ready-to-hang-3](https://osartexpo.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Ready-to-hang-3.jpeg)
Mounted
Works of art on paper or photographs can be matted or mounted on mat board with a sturdy backing (mat board or foam core board). Works should then be framed with a suitable hanging system attached to the back.
Please note: There are some hanging systems available to use with unframed foam core board but these are only suitable for light works.
Extra Hints
- Fixings for cord/hanging wire should be attached to the top third of the frame to assist the work to hang flat on the wall.
- Use D-rings not eye-screws, the tension on the wire can cause the eye-screws to pull out.
- Any special instructions needed to hang or install an artwork should be included with the work.
- If an artwork is made up of more than one part, number each component and include a layout drawing of the arrangement.
![d-rings](https://osartexpo.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/d-rings.png)