Haida Gwaii Museum - Call for Artists
HAIDA GWAII MUSEUM AT KAY LLNAGAAY
Call for Artists
DEADLINE: October 24, 2014
The Haida Gwaii Museum is inviting artists to submit solo and group exhibition proposals for Fall 2015.
PROPOSAL GUIDLINES
To ensure that your proposal will be considered by the selection committee, please include the following:
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A clear, concise exhibition proposal (500-750 words) of what you would like to show and why. Please provide information on the works to be displayed: medium/materials, number of works, sizes, hanging requirements.
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An artist statement (max. 750 words) relating to your current and past work. Discuss aspects of your proposed work, i.e. philosophy, meaning, influence, intentions, and direction.
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Curriculum vitae – list art education, exhibitions, mentoring, etc.
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A minimum of 5 to a maximum of 10 digital images (on CD if by mail or, attached to an emailed submission) of your most recent work relative to your proposed exhibition, and/or actual works proposed. Each image should be titled and numbered. The museum will not be responsible for lost or damaged CDs.
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An image list providing the titles, date of production, mediums and dimensions for each image provided. Ensure your images are titled and in the same order as the image list.
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A self-addressed, stamped envelope with sufficient postage for return of materials.
A selection committee will review the proposals; final selections will be based on the applicant’s exhibition proposal, artist statement, originality of work and demonstrated commitment to the arts. We support emerging and established artists, and group shows. Exhibited artwork can be offered for sale if desired. Artists are responsible for the delivery and pick up of their pieces.
Proposals must be delivered/emailed/postmarked to the Haida Gwaii Museum no later than
5:00 pm on Friday, October 24, 2014
For further information or assistance with your proposal contact:
Nika Collison Scott Marsden
604 837 9947 250 559 4643 xt 245
