ARTIST EXHIBITION – CULTURE DAYS 2022
Call for Artist Description:
- The Quay is looking for 10 artists to create paintings for BC Culture Days in the new Artist Avenue at The Quay
- Submission is open to all artists of all ages who reside in Metro Vancouver.
- We are looking for unique, original pieces that speak to the theme of “The Culture of Food”
- Artwork can either be framed (provided by The Quay) or painted directly onto your own canvas.
- Submissions will be reviewed by a panel. Artwork will be assessed on creative use and expression of theme. While we wish we could display every submission there may not be space.
Submission Criteria:
- All artists of all ages who reside in Metro Vancouver.
- Open to emerging talents, up-and-coming and established artists, hobbyists, and anyone who loves art.
- Artwork should speak to the theme “the culture of food”
- Key Words: Celebration, Connection, Participation, Inclusivity, Creativity, Self-Expression
- Size. 16” x 20”
- Artist to provide artwork
- Artwork can be on canvas or can be framed by The Quay
Results
- Artists will be notified by September 1, 2022
Installation:
- September 22, 2022 (artwork due to The Quay by September 21, 2022)
Exhibit Dates
- The exhibit will be available for viewing from September 23 until at least October 16, 2022.
Location:
- The Avenue, located on the second level of The Quay
- Please note this location is open to the public and not locked.
How to Apply:
- Subject: BC Culture Days Art Exhibit
- Artist Biography: 3-5 sentences. Accepted formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX. Each file should be less than 20MB.
- Artwork submission: hi-resolution images of the artwork you are submitting for consideration. Accepted formats: JPG, JPEG, TIFF, PNG. Each file should be less than 20MB.
- Artist statement: clear & concise, 100–200-word statement regarding your art practice and the concept/theme of the works being considered. Accepted formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX. Each file should be less than 20MB
Honorarium will be $100 per artist.
Contact Name: Kristine McCulloch
Contact Email: programming@lonsdalequay.com
Contact Phone: 604-985-2191