Accessibility Statement for Chromatic Canvas Gallery

Chromatic Canvas Gallery is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors and strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, level AA.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We believe that art should be accessible to all, regardless of ability. To that end, we are dedicated to providing a website that is easy to navigate, understand, and use for individuals with disabilities. Our commitment includes:

• Providing alternative text for all meaningful images and non-text content.
• Ensuring sufficient color contrast between text and background.
• Using clear and simple language.
• Making our website responsive and adaptable to different screen sizes and devices.
• Providing keyboard navigation and focus indicators.
• Offering transcripts for audio and captions for video content where applicable.
• Regularly testing and evaluating our website's accessibility using automated tools and manual testing techniques.
• Training our staff on accessibility best practices.

Accessibility Features Implemented

We have implemented the following features to enhance the accessibility of our website:

• Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML5 elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and navigate.
• ARIA Attributes: We utilize ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes where necessary to provide additional information and context to assistive technologies.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
• Alternative Text for Images: All images have descriptive alternative text that accurately conveys the content and purpose of the image. For decorative images, we use null alternative text (alt="") to prevent screen readers from announcing them.
• Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations that provide sufficient contrast between text and background, ensuring readability for users with low vision or color blindness.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website without losing content or functionality.
• Consistent Navigation: We maintain a consistent navigation structure throughout the website, making it easy for users to find what they are looking for.
• Form Labels and Instructions: All form fields have clear labels and instructions, making it easy for users to understand what information is required.

Conformance Status

The Chromatic Canvas Gallery website is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.

Known Accessibility Limitations

Despite our best efforts, we are aware of some potential accessibility limitations on our website:

• Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to replace these with accessible versions.
• Third-party content embedded on our website (e.g., videos from external platforms) may not always be fully accessible. We are working with third-party providers to ensure that their content meets accessibility standards.

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve the overall accessibility of our website.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Chromatic Canvas Gallery website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

• Email: accessibility@chromaticcanvasgallery.com
• Phone: (555) 123-4567
• Mailing Address: Chromatic Canvas Gallery, 123 Art Street, Anytown, USA

We will do our best to respond to your feedback in a timely manner and address any accessibility issues you report.

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of the Chromatic Canvas Gallery website relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:

• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript

Assessment Approach

Chromatic Canvas Gallery assessed the accessibility of this website by the following approaches:

• Self-evaluation: The website was evaluated internally by our accessibility team.
• External evaluation: The website was evaluated by a third-party accessibility consultant, "Accessibility Audits Inc.," who provided recommendations for improvement.
• User testing: We conducted user testing with individuals with disabilities to gather feedback on the usability and accessibility of our website.

Formal Complaints Procedure

We strive to provide the best possible user experience for everyone. If you are not satisfied with our response or believe that we have not adequately addressed your accessibility concerns, you can file a formal complaint. Please send your complaint in writing to:

• Email: complaints@chromaticcanvasgallery.com
• Mailing Address: Chromatic Canvas Gallery, Attn: Accessibility Complaints, 123 Art Street, Anytown, USA

Your complaint should include the following information:

• Your name and contact information
• A detailed description of the accessibility issue you encountered
• The specific web page or content that is causing the issue
• Any steps you have taken to try to resolve the issue

We will acknowledge receipt of your complaint within five business days and will conduct a thorough investigation. We will provide you with a written response outlining our findings and any actions we will take to address the issue within thirty business days.

Ongoing Efforts

We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. Our ongoing efforts include:

• Regularly reviewing and updating our website to ensure compliance with WCAG guidelines.
• Providing ongoing accessibility training for our staff.
• Conducting regular user testing with individuals with disabilities.
• Monitoring and responding to user feedback.

Distribution of this accessibility statement

This accessibility statement is distributed through the following channels:

• A link in the website footer
• A link in the website navigation
• Mention on our social media profiles

Accessibility Icons

We use the following accessibility icons on our website to indicate accessible features:

• Wheelchair Accessibility
• Visual Impairment Accessibility
• Keyboard Navigation Support
• Audio Description Available