Call for Artists! Documentary focused on Environmental Art Activism!

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Artterra is seeking Canadian artists whose work explores the powerful connection between art and environmental activism for an upcoming full-length documentary. The project will delve into how art not only raises awareness but also drives action on critical environmental issues. Whether the approach to activism is subtle or bold, artists with stories to tell are encouraged to apply.

Who Are They Looking For?

Artists from all visual disciplines—painting, sculpture, photography, digital art, and mixed media—are welcome. The focus is on art that delivers a strong environmental message, reflecting both the challenges and beauty of the natural world.

Why Environmental Activism?

In the face of climate change and environmental degradation, art holds a unique ability to influence public perception and inspire real-world action. The documentary aims to highlight how art can raise awareness, build community, and propel the movement toward sustainability.

Why Participate?

This project offers artists an opportunity to have their work showcased globally, alongside compensation for their story rights and an honorarium. Participants will also benefit from:

  • Sharing their story and amplifying the message of their art.

  • Potential speaking opportunities surrounding the documentary’s release.

  • Access to professional photo and video materials for their own use.

 

Image Description: Mural artist Kari Morgan painting a wall in shades of blue and black, with the words “Watch the Teaser” and a play button graphic.

 

For more information and to watch the teaser,
visit artterra.ca

Request for Proposals. 2024 Waterfront Toronto, Temporary Floating Public Art.

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Waterfront Toronto is seeking to commission a professional artist or artist team to create a temporary floating artwork for Harbour Square Park Basin. Artists are asked to submit proposals for installation during summer 2024. The artwork will activate the basin by engaging with the local community and visitors to the waterfront. This RFP is open to all interested artists and artist teams in Canada with relevant experience and expertise as practicing professional artists. Waterfront Toronto strongly encourages that artists use local subcontractors.


Harbour Square Park is located on the shore of Lake Ontario, one of the five Great Lakes of North America. Containing one-fifth of all surface freshwater on Earth, the lakes are a vital source of drinking water and food. Throughout history these interconnected bodies of water have been critically important for trade, human settlement and migration. They are sacred to Indigenous Peoples, who have inhabited the shores and fished in their waters since time immemorial. The lakes’ unique ecosystems are host to a diverse array of plants and animals, and their shores and waters provide recreation for millions of people.

 

Happy Castaways, 2022, Demers-Mesnard. Photo by Nicola Betts.

 

Today, water pollution, climate change, over-extraction, invasive species, and wetland loss are all taking a toll on their watersheds. Water scarcity, often perpetuated by climate change, is one of the most pressing global challenges today, particularly in its relationship to migration. It is imperative we remain engaged with the importance of these waters and with the challenges they face. 

With this context in mind, artists are asked to develop work that explores water as a connector. They should consider the history and importance of these waterways and their role as geographical, ecological, political, economic, social, and spiritual connectors. In keeping with sustainable practices, Waterfront Toronto encourages ready-made artwork submitted as a proposal.

Waterfront Toronto intends to identify one successful Artist or artist-led team to undertake this project, according to the specifications described below. 

 

The Peacemaker's Canoe, 2021, Jay Havens.
Photo by Celene Tang.

 

Submission Requirements

For consideration, artists and artist-led groups are invited to include in their submission:

  1. Maximum two-page Artist Statement describing the artwork, how the public will interact with the artwork, installation method, as well as all relevant dimensions, anticipated weight, and materials.

  2. Up to 8 digital images of the proposed artwork(s).

  3. Proposed budget breakdown and schedule.

  4. Up to 5 images of previous and relevant work.

  5. Artist CV. For artist teams, one CV for each team member.

  6. Three references.

Please refer to the complete submission requirements at Waterfront Toronto: www.waterfrontoronto.ca

 

SOS Safety Orange Swimmers, 2019, Ann Hirsch and Jeremy Angier A+J Art+Design. Photo by Nicola Betts

 

Budget

The total commissioning budget for this project is $80,000 +HST.

This fee includes all expenses related, but not limited to, Artist fees, preparation and submission of drawings and renderings, coordination and technical consultations including engineering approval or other expertise as required, permits, preparation of installation documents, anchoring plan, meetings and site visits, travel, insurance as required by Waterfront Toronto ($5M liability insurance is required for water installation), rental of studio and storage space, materials, shipping, delivery to site, signage, installation and removal, maintenance manual and artist statement for completed work.

Project Timeline

October 26, 2023 – RFP Issued

  • December 11, 2023 – Deadline for Questions

  • December 18, 2023 by 2pm EST –
    Deadline for Submission of Proposals

  • January 2024 - Artist Selection 

  • February 2024 – Artist Contract Issued

  • February to June 2024 – Design & Fabrication

  • Early July 2024 – Installation

  • Mid to late September 2024 – Artwork De-Install

 
 

Please direct all enquiries regarding this RFP to: publicart@waterfrontoronto.ca, and include Floating Art 2024 in your email.

The information presented here includes only the basic terms of this Request for Proposals. Please read in full the Waterfront Toronto Call for Proposals document which contains complete instructions, evaluation criteria, submission requirements, site details and technical requirements, and terms and conditions.

Submission Deadline: December 18, 2023 by 2:00pm EST

AGO X RBC EMERGING ARTISTS EXCHANGE

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Call for [Digital] Artist-Researchers

Three paid research mentorships available in 2021

Deadline for submissions: May 10, 2021 at 5 pm EST
Each selected artist will complete a six-week research mentorship between June and September 2021.

Apply here

The AGO is launching a paid research mentorship program for emerging artist-researchers to explore ideas of museum practices, audience engagement, or the AGO’s permanent collection to be developed over a six-week period. With the support of advisors across the gallery, each selected artist will present their research findings to the various teams at the AGO. The call is open to emerging artists who work in all mediums.

We welcome research proposals that connect to our audiences, challenge the museum field, or engage with the content and programming of the AGO. These proposals could examine any area at the museum, including but not limited to: Conservation, Collections, Curatorial, Education & Programming, Library & Archives, Food & Beverage, and Visitor Experience.

We seek research ideas which challenge conventional understandings of museum practices. Experimentation is encouraged; failure is learning.

Selected artists will receive the following:

  • A one-time $2,000.00 CDN stipend;

  • Mentorship from select AGO team members over six-week period, culminating in a presentation of research findings; and

  • have their practice featured on the AGO X RBC Emerging Artists Program webpage.

Who should apply:

  • Artists, individuals, and/or artist collectives who self-identify as emerging artists and are in the early stages of their career in their art form;

  • Applicants who are living in Canada or are Canadian citizens;

  • Practicing professional artists with two (2) or more years' experience; and

  • Artists who are able to connect virtually with AGO staff, with the expectation of 12 hours/week of research and development, during their six-week research mentorship.

To apply, please complete the below form. The following materials must be included to be considered:

  • Research proposal, including artist statement (250 words maximum, one (1) page, size 12 font);

  • Résumé/CV (one (1) page, size 12 font); and

  • Five (5) sample images, allowing us to understand your artistic practice.

Successful proposals will address the following:

  • Focus on either a connection to our audiences, challenge the museum field, or engage with the content and programming of the AGO

  • How your project advances your artistic growth/development;

We are prioritizing populations who have not been equitably represented in museums, which includes Black, Indigenous, artists of colour, LGBTQ2+, women and persons with disabilities.

Successful artists must be available between June 1 – September 30, 2021. Three selected artists will be notified by June 8, 2021.

Application deadline: May 10, 2021 @ 5 pm EST.