Q..	Can I update my profile and gallery myself?
A..	An email went out to the list in late 2005 mentioning the development of a content management system (c.m.s) which in effect would allow this. After careful consideration and testing of a few of the more robust c.m.s available as open source we're convinced to shelve the idea for a year or so and take another look at it in 2007.
Q..	What's the point? Why bother?
A..	As of August 2006 the Brisbane Artists Directory is visited every month from approximately 46 countries. As well as a consolidated international audience, the Directory has engaged local and Australian galleries and collectors alike to be in direct contact with the artists, with a few substantial commissions received and invitations to exhibit from recognized galleries. Clearly the database is and has been used in the the general profiling of local artists and remains a virtual testament to a wide spectrum of the cities artistic community and networks therein.
Q..	Does the directory receive any funding?
A..	No, the directory is a completely independent organization.
Q..	Who is paying for the cost involved in keeping the site running?
A..	All costs and server space are offset by other non related, commercial projects.
Q..	Are there any hidden costs to the participants?
A..	No, this is a completely free service.
Q..	What's the catch ?
A..	Put quite simply, there is no catch, this website exists purely because of a perceived need. All of our running costs are offset and we have no interest in profitingfrom participating artists. It is what it is on the day, nothing more or less. If there was a cost involved, would it be more worthwhile and more representational of you? Would they shower before presenting to the computer screen? If you believe this to be true contact us and we'll put you in contact with a few more commercially run local web hubs, where they do.
Q..	Are there any obligations for the artists who provide a profile ?
A..	No, we hope that all artists involved will promote the directory and help spread the word about it but there are no formal obligations or affiliations. As artists we recognize and encourage artists to profile on as many websites as possible.
Q..	Can I post more than 200k ?
A..	We're flexible enough to accept a bit over but for the moment please try to keep things around 200k. We're running the featured artist installments which will be approx. 1meg. If you would like to participate as a featured artist please contact us.
Q..	Why are you doing this ? What were your motivations ?
A..	The how, what, where and whys have evolved since the sites inception from being a project of sorts in web design and management, to the present, where we see a definite niche for an independent online hub linking up as many individuals and art oriented organizations as possible. As artists we know the crippling costs involved in exhibiting and the promotions of any project and quite simply are in a position financially to provide one avenue for free. For a consolidated thesis on 'Sev's resons for doing things' you'll have to wait.
Q..	Do I have to live in Brisbane to be involved ?
A..	Technically no, but having at least spent some time here is a prerequisite to be included in the artists index. Otherwise our resources include many links.
Q..	How do you cover copyright issues ?
A..	Apart from having the obvious disclosures in place, there is no real way we can stop people from right clicking, that's why we keep images at a low resolution. We also have access to detailed stats that let us now if images have been linked to. On the odd occasion this has happened we've contacted those concerned and they've removed any links very promptly.
Q..	Can I update my pages ?
A..	Certainly,in fact we encourage artists to update their galleries and profiles at least once a year. If you have something you'd like to post at any other time just mail it in and we'll upload it a.s.a.p.
Q..	Does the directory have any political agendas ?
A..	No, the directory is simply an independent online arts resource which endeavors to allow the artists and their art a neutral platform from which to profile themselves and their work. Vote Labor!
Q..	Are you intending to sell the website ?
A..	We understand the concerns this may raise for some but clearly the motivation for the running and maintenance of the site is not for profit.
Q..	Is this a credible resource ?
A..	This resource is as credible as the profiles posted. In the main the artists index is representative of a great cross section of contemporary local Brisbane artists. Some artists are more popular than others. This is not abnormal. The site was initiated due to a lack of a free, professional online community arts hub. We happen to know quite a few artists.The fact that the site continues to attract over 6,000 visitors from over 52 countries every month is in a way testament to it's online credibility. The fact that we have absolutely no interest in pursuing government funding from the established Brisbane arts bureaucracy and finally our disdain of utilising the database to keep our shoulders warm, are a few nothches in our own personal yardstick in measuring credibility.