Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy — The Art Junction (Australia)

Introduction

At The Art Junction, we provide mobile art workshops and sell original artwork online. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, book a workshop, purchase artwork, or interact with us in any way.

Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information that is reasonably necessary for our business activities.

Information you provide directly

• Name, email address, phone number
• Billing and shipping details
• Workshop booking information (location, participant names, age groups)
• Enquiry or message details
• Consent forms for photography (where applicable)

Photos and media from workshops

We may collect and use photos or videos taken during workshops, including those featuring participants. This is only done when:

• We have explicit consent from the participant or their parent/guardian
• The images are used for the purposes stated at the time of consent (e.g., marketing, social media, portfolio, documentation)

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Automatically collected information

• IP address
• Browser type and device information
• Pages viewed and time spent on the site
• Cookies and tracking data

Sensitive information

We do not intentionally collect sensitive information unless required for workshop safety and only with consent.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Provide mobile art workshops
• Process and deliver artwork purchases
• Manage workshop bookings and communicate details
• Respond to enquiries
• Improve our website and services
• Promote our workshops and artwork (only with consent for photos)
• Send marketing communications (opt‑in only)
• Comply with legal obligations

Photos and Media Use

Photos or videos taken during workshops may be used for:

• The Art Junction’s website
• Social media pages
• Marketing materials
• Portfolio or documentation

We will never publish identifying images of children without parental/guardian consent.

You may request removal of any image at any time.

Disclosure of Your Information to Third Parties

We may share your information with trusted third‑party service providers, including:

• Payment processors (e.g., Square, PayPal)
• Website hosting and security providers
• Email and marketing platforms
• Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Delivery and courier services
• Accounting or bookkeeping services

These parties only receive the information necessary to perform their services.

Our website may contain links to external sites. We do not control or guarantee the content or privacy practices of these third‑party websites.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

• Improve website functionality
• Analyse traffic
• Support secure payment processing

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work correctly.

How We Store and Protect Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure, including:

• Secure servers
• Encrypted payment processing
• Restricted access to personal information

Access to and Correction of Your Information

You may request:

• Access to the personal information we hold
• Corrections to inaccurate or outdated information

Contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

Marketing Communications

We only send marketing communications if you have opted in. You can unsubscribe at any time.

Children’s Privacy

We work with children during workshops. We only collect information about children (e.g., first names, age groups, photos) with parental or guardian consent and only for workshop delivery or approved media use.

International Data Transfers

Some third‑party service providers may store data overseas. We take reasonable steps to ensure your information is handled in accordance with the APPs.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy:

The Art Junction Email: info@theartjunction.com.au  Location: Melbourne, VIC, Australia