Canal Convergence 2024 Request for Temporary Public Art Proposals
Call to Artists (Public Art)
Details
| Deadline | April 24, 2024 |
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| Sponsor | Canal Convergence |
| Location | Scottsdale , AZ |
Description
Deadline: Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 11:59 p.m. Arizona time (year-round daylight standard time)
Eligibility
All local, regional, and international artists, artist teams, architects, designers, and multimedia specialists are invited to submit a proposal. International artists who apply must have remote installation as an option for their proposal.
Budget
We will accept budgets between $5,000 and $35,000 (USD).
Description
Canal Convergence seeks proposals for outdoor, temporary public artworks to be featured in and around the Arizona Canal at the Scottsdale Waterfront in Scottsdale, Arizona. Canal Convergence will be on view for 10 days, from Nov. 8–17, 2024. Some projects may be selected to remain installed for an additional 1–2 months after the Canal Convergence event dates. This year’s central theme is “Reflections.” Download the RFP Information Packet to review the Canal Convergence 2024 featured-theme curatorial statement.
This call is specifically targeting outdoor, light-based installations. Nighttime presence/activation is required, daytime presence/activation is encouraged.
All submissions will be accepted via Submittable.com.
Canal Convergence 2024 RFP Information and Submission Links
Download the Request for Proposals document: Canal Convergence 2024 RFP Information Packet
https://canalconvergence.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2.0_CC24-RFP-FINAL-Web.pdf
Download the artwork installation sites information: Canal Convergence 2024 Site Map Information Packet
https://canalconvergence.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2.0_CC24-RFPSiteMap-FINAL_Web.pdf
Submit your application: Canal Convergence 2024 Submittable Form
https://scottsdalearts.submittable.com/submit/290309/canal-convergence-2024-request-for-temporary-public-art-proposals-phase-i
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Questions
Questions regarding the RFP should be directed to Jennifer Gill, Deputy Director of Canal Convergence, at [email protected].
If you have questions about the RFP, Canal Convergence, or your proposal and its suitability for our site, we are happy to discuss it with you. Questions should be directed to Jennifer Gill, deputy director of Canal Convergence, at [email protected].
Jennifer is also offering artists the opportunity to schedule 30-minute (max.) meetings via Zoom or phone call in April to discuss their ideas for Canal Convergence. The available dates for these sessions are Wednesday, April 3, and Friday, April 5, 2024. To find and schedule available times, please contact Jennifer directly via email.
How to Participate
Submit your application: Canal Convergence 2024 Submittable Form
https://scottsdalearts.submittable.com/submit/290309/canal-convergence-2024-request-for-temporary-public-art-proposals-phase-i
This opportunity has been submitted by Jennifer Gill. The listing of the opportunity does not imply endorsement by the Division of Cultural Affairs or the Department of State. Contact Canal Convergence with questions or for more information.
