☀ Help us shine a light on North Queensland artists this EOFY 💡

Sustainability is a key driver for operations at Umbrella Studio. In our last lease agreement we were able to work with our landlord to have solar panels installed on the roof which now power around 60% of the gallery! Make a tax-deductible donation today to help us with our next project.

ENERGY EFFICIENT GALLERY LIGHTING
Last year we had a free consult with Ergon Energy about how to reduce our carbon footprint and save on electricity. The number one biggest "bang for buck" that we can make, is to change the gallery lighting. This is because currently we are on old tungsten lighting which is an old and inefficient technology - and power hungry. These lights burn VERY hot wasting a lot of energy and proving unsafe for staff and volunteers compared with newer technology. In addition, the air conditioner at the gallery must work harder to cool the space due to all the heat generated by the older lights.

HELP US MAKE THE SWITCH
The board and staff researched gallery lighting, and best practices recommended by Museums and Galleries Queensland, and chose a new LED-based system which is the most efficient technology currently available, is artwork-safe, doesn't burn hot, and represents colours more accurately (very important for our industry!).

We are using the same contractors who installed the lighting for Perc Tucker regional gallery - as the most qualified and experienced gallery lighting team in Townsville (Yes! We support local businesses AND artists!). The total project costs are $18,316.

This covers all the electrical work, the new light rails (necessary as the new fittings won't work in our old tracking), the fittings and LED units, plus a wall panel for controlling the tracks.

Umbrella has been serving the Townsville arts community for three decades, and we want to ensure that it continues to do so for another three, so please consider making a donation before the end of this financial year. It is important, now more than ever, that we seek your support to continue our mission.

With the end of the tax year approaching, now is the perfect time to make a tax-deductible donation to Umbrella Studio. We can mail or email you a tax-deductible gift receipt for your donation. Every dollar helps!

Ann Roebuck,
President of the Board

"I donate to Umbrella because it's a great way to ensure the arts in Townsville continue to flourish. As one of the most dynamic arts organisations in North Queensland, Umbrella has fostered a strong sense of pride in the community through arts participation. Showcasing local talent, encouraging the growth of business opportunities and building tourism capacity are all outcomes of a thriving arts sector."

"I donate to Umbrella Studio and the arts because I would like to live in a world that is more thoughtful and humane. People donate to hospitals and cancer foundations, but rarely to a preventative measure like the arts. The arts promotes well-being, self-caring, and respect for community - including our environment. Fund the arts properly and watch the social prosperity measures rise, as health and justice costs are reduced."

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