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If you're an art space that would like to join DADA, please download and fill out the two forms below. One is an application form. The other is an ethics form.

Download Membership Application

Download DADA Ethics Guidelines

Dallas Art Dealers Association
Code of Ethics
Dec. 12, 2007

Members of the Dallas Art Dealers Association are pledged to the maintenance of a high standard of ethical conduct, a warranty to consistent public service and a dedication to professional integrity. The good will earned by our adherence to these principals will not only enable our galleries to flourish but will also have a lasting impact on the cultural life of Dallas.

• Members are committed to a constant program of self-education to gain the mastery of knowledge necessary to their profession and to give freely of this knowledge to the community when appropriate.

• Members treat each other with honesty, integrity and good faith.
• Members work for the success of the organization, individually and as a group.
• Members offer artworks that are original creations, which do not violate copyrights or other intellectual property rights of others.
• Members promote artworks and artists in a fair and non-misleading manner.
• Members are sensitive to their clients needs, respectful and protective of their privacy.
• Members avoid any impropriety, conflict of interest and any unfair or predatory trade practices.
• Members commit to truth in advertising and standing behind what they sell. Members are well informed about the artwork they represent.
• Members comply with all applicable Texas and federal commercial laws and regulations.
• Members agree to discuss any disagreement and or issue, with full disclosure, in DADA meetings.

All members are required to sign ethics statement annually when paying dues.