Downtown Van is excited to announce a new opportunity for artists!
We’re looking for artists to be a part of our prequalified Artist Roster for various projects in downtown Vancouver from April 2024 to March 2026. This initiative aims to enhance our urban landscape by connecting local artists with businesses, organizations, and city projects, where their artwork can be featured.
OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW
We invite artists in British Columbia, to apply for inclusion in the prequalified Artist Roster. Selected artists will have the chance to be considered for various street beautification and public art opportunities in downtown Vancouver. This could include street banners, murals, sculptures, street infrastructure, furniture, wraps, and more. These projects support Downtown Van’s Five-Year Strategic Plan and priorities in the realm of vibrant placemaking practices.
INTAKE AND PROJECT TIMELINE
Application Deadline: March 22, 2024 at 4 PM PST.
Work May Begin: April 1, 2024 to March 1, 2026.
ARTIST ELIGIBILITY
Open to artists residing in British Columbia, we encourage diverse applicants representing various backgrounds. Artwork must be suitable for public spaces, aligning with out commitment to inclusivity and respect for all. Artists selected will generally have examples of past work within the public art field.
PROJECT SCOPE
Project scope and requirements will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may be design-only or inclusive of project management and installation. Where required, artists will be requested to provide proof of insurance.
Projects may be of a “pop-up” nature, semi-permanent, or permanent, and will be reflective of site-specific criteria, the nature of the space, design guidelines from Downtown Van and/or property owners and management.
PORTFOLIO DIRECTIONS
Artists are required to submit a digital portfolio with up to ten images of their recent work (created within the last five years). Images will be reviewed by a selection panel, and if added to the roster, you may be contacted by the Downtown Van team to initiate work on public art projects.
SELECTION CRITERIA
A selection committee will review all applications and select artists for the roster. The artists selected will be contacted on a case-by-case basis as art opportunities arise. Fees will vary for each project. Submissions will be assessed based on the project context, diversity of experience, collaboration skills, artistic style, concept and execution, and appropriateness for the public realm.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION DETAILS
Please complete the application form and submit it along with your portfolio electronically until March 22, 2024 at 4 PM PST. Ensure all documents adhere to the specified guidelines.
PORTFOLIO SUBMISSION
Please submit a digital portfolio with up to ten images of your recent work (created within the last five years). Title your images in the following order: 01_LASTNAME_firstname, 02_LASTNAME_firstname up to 05_LASTNAME_firstname. Ensure each individual file size does not exceed 4 MB.
Submission image files formats accepted: JPEG Format, PDF Format
CONTACT PERSON
Clare Warner, Manager, Placemaking and Public Spaces, clare@dtvan.ca
Apply Now
Thank you for your interest, applications are now closed. If you’re interested in being a part of the Artist Roster in the future, please contact Clare at clare@dtvan.ca