The City of Napa, CA is seeking up to 10 temporary installations for the eighth Napa Art Walk outdoor art exhibit.

SPONSOR: City of Napa
LOCATION: Downtown Napa, California
EXHIBITION TIMELINE: September 2024 – August 2026
ELIGIBILITY: This opportunity is open to established professional artists residing or working in the United States age 18 and older. All submissions must be previously completed artworks. No artwork proposals for yet-to-be-created art will be accepted.
ARTIST HONORARIUM: $3,000 to cover any associated travel and installation costs.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: All entries to be submitted via CaFE via MIDNIGHT, Pacific Standard Time, on or before May, 1 2024

A) PROGRAM GOALS AND INFORMATION

The Napa Art Walk is a curated walking tour program that showcases regularly rotating installation art throughout downtown Napa, California. This program is designed to enhance the local environment and promote the understanding and enjoyment of public art by inviting artists to temporarily exhibit select works in downtown Napa. The first Art Walk launched in 2009, and collections rotate every two years; the 2024-2026 exhibition will be the eighth rotation in this program.

NAPA ART WALK GOALS

Create exciting, appealing and harmonious public environments by integrating outdoor art into public spaces;
Showcase public art that celebrates Napa’s historical, socio-cultural and aesthetic values;
Preserve and enrich Napa’s cultural environment;
Enhance the character of Napa through visibility of community-valued artworks;
Promote public participation and interaction with artists and artwork; and
Stimulate the downtown economy through increased pedestrian activity and positioning Napa as an art destination.
OUTREACH

The previous seven Napa Art Walk exhibits are exceeding these goals. In addition to successfully generating regional and national media coverage, and tours facilitated by local groups and tourism alike regularly explore the Art Walk.

To enhance the usability and visibility of Napa Art Walk, the City has partnered with Otocast, a mobile app program which provides information about each of these pieces and the artists, (Voices of Napa Art Walk Artists). The Otocast app may be downloaded on any smart phone to find “Napa, CA Napa Art Walk” and hear about the art and surrounding points of interest in the current exhibit. Images of the artworks, a printable brochure and map, and links to the audio tours from current and past exhibitions may be found at Napa Art Walk.

VISION: Climate Action and Sustainability

All pieces submitted for the 8th Napa Art Walk should integrate and embody a work centered around the theme Climate Action and Sustainability. The artwork should embody concepts related to climate change and environmental sustainability or be made from recycled materials.

It is important for public artwork in Napa’s urban center to offer a source of inspiration and pride for tourists and the community alike, as the valley navigates consistent growth and revitalization. It is important that we inspire, invigorate, and encourage new ideas that serve as a catalyst for creativity.

Artists shall provide a short written statement (up to 150 words) as part of their submittal explaining how their piece addresses and illustrates the theme.

EXHIBITION LENGTH

Artworks will remain on view for a period of approximately two years (October 2024 – October 2026).

ADVERTISING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS

Printed and downloadable brochures with a map of art locations enable self-guided viewing of the exhibition, and volunteer docents lead Napa Art Walk tours. The pieces are on display 24 hours a day, though viewing of some may be restricted to daylight.

The following will be also provided to increase public awareness of this exhibition:

Grand Opening reception / Meet and Greet with the Artists
Media releases
Printed and downloadable brochures
Napa Art Walk Website
The “DoNapa” website, social media and blog postings (www.donapa.com)
Features on the City of Napa (www.cityofnapa.org), Arts Council Napa Valley (www.artscouncilnapavalley.org)
Calendar listings
Docent-led tours
Inclusion in media and school tours
Artwork plaques

THE NAPA ART WALK ROUTE

All sites are a brief distance from one another in downtown Napa, and several are on or near popular visitor destinations. Busy pedestrian walkways, bridges, the riverfront, and plazas serve as accommodating and attractive sites that elevate the artwork while simultaneously integrating it into the cityscape. The route is not limited to walking, but strollers, wheelchairs, bicycles and any other necessary assistance can be easily accommodated. The route may be enjoyed as a loop or customized by the individual viewer(s) to meet specific preferences and/or logistical restraints.

SITE SPECIFICATIONS

Generally, Napa Art Walk sculptures are mounted to concrete pads and secured by bolts or brackets. There are a variety of pad sizes used in the current exhibition:

Large Square: 12” high x 60” long x 60” wide
Medium Square: 12” high x 48” long x 48” wide
Large Rectangular: 12” high x 96” long x 36” wide
Medium Rectangular: 12” high x 65” long x 36” wide
Round: 16” high x 30” diameter
Each submitted artwork should indicate a proposed size and dimension for a pad from the list above, as well as the method for securing it. Ideally, there should be no more than 4 bolts necessary to secure the art, and bolt locations should fit within the perimeter of each pad.

The City reserves the right to change an entry’s pad size specification if another is more appropriate.

If your work is too large for a pad or requires another way of mounting please specify these details. An installation template must be provided for artwork approval.

The City will determine the location of each artwork based on its size and dimension for the designated space, as well as setting and other factors. No location changes will be permitted once the final sites have been selected.

Any projections beyond the perimeter width of the concrete pad must occur at heights no lower than 7 feet from the ground to avoid pedestrian conflicts.

Artists will be responsible for bringing all hardware necessary to secure the piece to the concrete pad, including bolts, brackets, etc. as well as a hammer drill equipped with bits to accommodate the piece if utilizes atypical size brackets or bolts. The artist will be responsible for any necessary hardware purchases prior to the scheduled installation.

Artworks must weigh no more than 2000 pounds. If necessary, City staff will provide a crane to position a sculpture.

Upon installation of the artwork, the artist or artist representative must remove and store or dispose of all packing and crating materials.

A plaque with the artist name, studio location/home, sculpture information, and map number will be provided and installed by the City upon installation of the art work.

ARTIST HONORARIUM

Each selected artist will receive an Artist Honorarium of $3,000 to assist with transportation, travel and other expenses; $2,000 will be paid upon artwork installation in 2024 and $1,000 paid upon artwork deinstallation.

B) AREA DESCRIPTION

The City of Napa is in the heart of Napa Valley, a world-class winegrowing region and travel destination. Located along the banks of the Napa River, Downtown Napa is emerging from its origins as a civic district to a vibrant hub of beautiful hotels, charming inns, exceptional culinary establishments and wine-tasting rooms, all enhanced by the arts, parks and entertainment.

Downtown Napa boasts over 80 restaurants, 35 wine tasting rooms and bars, and over 20 exciting live performance venues. Napa is a popular year-round destination for visitors from the region and all over the world. Over three million visitors travel to Napa Valley every year, with nearly two-thirds staying in Downtown Napa’s 23 luxury hotels and B&B Inns. A portion of First Street is currently under construction as part of a major retail shopping center renovation called “First Street Napa”, which includes The Archer Hotel, Charlie Palmer Steakhouse Restaurant, a mix of retail shops and cafes, and inviting outdoor spaces.

C) SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS & SELECTION INFO

ARTIST ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must be established professional artists currently living or working in the United States. They must be at least 18 years of age. Napa Art Walk jurors, City employees and their immediate family members are ineligible.

ARTIST RESPONSIBILITIES

Artists will be responsible to deliver the selected artwork to the site and install the artwork in September 2024 and deinstall in August 2026, by appointment, to be coordinated with the City of Napa. Although the artist will be the primary installer and will direct the installation, the City of Napa will provide staff for installation assistance and equipment (if needed) in accordance with the artist’s Art Installation Plan. Artists must provide any and all hardware that is required for the installation, including bolts, brackets, hammer drills, cleaning brushes, etc. Artists will be responsible to pick up their artwork within 30 days of the exhibition’s closing date, to be coordinated with the City. Although the artist is the primary de-installer during de-installation, the City of Napa will provide staff assistance and equipment to de-install artworks if required.

Selected artists must enter into an agreement with the City of Napa. Artists are encouraged to carry insurance to cover potential damage to their artwork.

Artworks must be structurally safe for the general public, including children. Artworks must be extremely durable in outdoor conditions and maintenance-free for the period of the exhibition. If, however, occasional cleaning or other mai...

CALL FOR ARTISTS

The Lancaster Museum of Art and History (MOAH) and MOAH:CEDAR are thrilled to announce the 39th Annual All-Media Juried Art Exhibition. Artists of all ages and experience levels from around the Antelope Valley and the greater 5th Supervisorial District of Los Angeles County are welcome to participate. The exhibition will celebrate participating artists with a reception on Saturday, June 1 from 4 PM to 6 PM. The awards ceremony will begin at 6 PM in Cedar Hall, where over $1,000 will be awarded to participants by the Lancaster Museum and Public Art Foundation and various small businesses, community organizations, public officials, and other sponsors. The exhibition will run from Saturday, June 1 to Saturday, July 20, 2024.

ONLINE SUBMISSION OPENING
Monday, April 1 at 10 AM PST

ONLINE SUBMISSION DEADLINE
Friday, May 3 at 10:59 PM PST (don’t wait until the last minute)

OPENING RECEPTION
Saturday, June 1 at 4 PM- 6 PM

SUBMITTAL

This year, MOAH and MOAH:CEDAR will only be accepting entries online through callforentry.org (CaFE). Artists must create a free account with CaFE in order to submit their work. To create an account, please click on "Artist Sign Up" in the upper right hand corner of the CaFE website. Once their account has been created, artists will be able to search for our call "39th All-Media Juried Arts Exhibition." Artist may then upload high resolution images of their work, video or audio files to CaFE and pay all applicable fees. There are two age categories for applicants: 17 and under / 18 and above.

AWARDS

Cash awards will total over $1,000. Jurors will select the Best of Exhibition, 2nd Best of Exhibition and 3rd Best of Exhibition awards donated by the Lancaster Museum & Public Art Foundation (LMPAF). Best of Exhibition winners will receive, in addition to their cash awards, the opportunity to participate in an exclusive portfolio review with MOAH's curators. As in prior years, LMPAF may choose to offer to purchase any one of the three Best of Exhibition award winners for inclusion in the Museum's permanent collection. Many other awards are also available from various community individuals, organizations, and businesses.

Visitors are also encouraged to follow the Lancaster Museum of Art & History and vote for their favorite pieces in person by taking a photograph and using the hashtag #MOAHPeoplesChoice on Instagram or submitting a paper ballot on site up until the week of closing at MOAH:CEDAR. The artworks earning the most votes will be announced at the closing on July 20th.

EXHIBITION SCHEDULE

Submission Deadline: Friday, May 3 at 10:59 PM PST
(11:59 PM MST) (don't wait until the last minute!)

Notification of Accepted Artworks: by May 9, 2024

Drop-Off Work: Friday-Sunday, May 17-18; 12PM - 5 PM

Pick up Works: Sunday, July 21, 12- 3 PM or Monday, July 22, 4 - 8 PM.

Note: You must make arrangements for either you or a representative to deliver &/or pick up work on the above dates, no exceptions.

Opening Reception (in Gallery): Saturday, June 1; 4 PM - 6PM

Award Ceremony (in Cedar Hall): Saturday, June 1; 6 PM

SELECTION PROCESS:
The jurors will select which artwork will be exhibited by careful examination of all submitted entries; including those submitted for the 17 and Under. With no exceptions, jurors have the sole responsibility for the selection of artworks. MOAH and MOAH:CEDAR reserve the right to not display work that does not meet eligibility requirements or follow the guidelines herein.

Jurors:

Marisa Caichiolo, artist and curator, Building Bridges Art Exchange. Marisa Caichiolo is an artist and curator who studied art history and curatorial studies. Her research focuses primarily on the impact of social and political changes within society. Through Cultural exchanges Caichiolo researches cultural production fluctuating between theory and practice. She is the founder of Building Bridges International Art Foundation an international non-profit organization based in Santa Monica, California. The foundation is conceived to be a platform for critical thinking, and research through local and international programs in Los Angeles including art residencies and education programs among others. She was part of the curatorial team for several international biennials, such as the Casablanca Biennale, Morocco; Sharjah Biennale, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates; and the Biennial of the Americas, Denver, Colorado She is also a board member for Bugatti Foundation, Italy; Now Art LA, Los Angeles; and the Advisory Board of the DAP Program at The Broad, Los Angeles. Caichiolo holds a PhD in art history and psychology.

Jason Jenn, artist and curator, L.A. Art Documents. Jason Jenn (he/him/they) is an interdisciplinary artist, performer, writer, director, producer, filmmaker, consultant, and curator with an educational background in intermedia art, theatre, film, and cultural administration. He is the former Curatorial Assistant for MOAH:CEDAR and Outreach Specialist for the Torrance Art Museum. He is the co-founder and producer of L.A. Art Documents, a media company providing quality video and photographic services with the mission to document, promote, and curate contemporary arts in Los Angeles and beyond. He has created over fifty theatrical shows and festival events, assisted in curating over fifty visual art exhibitions, and produced hundreds of video shorts and features.

Application Requirements
FEES

1 Entry - FREE*
Each additional Entry - $5.00
*Each applicant will be charged a $3 processing fee

PRESENTATION & DELIVERY OF WORK

The pieces chosen will be exhibited physically at MOAH:CEDAR. Please submit only if you or a representative are available for the drop off the work on the delivery dates (May 17-18) and pick up dates (July 21 & 22) for artwork. By having your work in the exhibition you agree to be responsible and commit to both delivery and pick up dates of your artwork.

Jurors make selection of work based solely on the image or video of the artwork submitted via the Call for Entry website. We encourage applicants to take the best possible pictures of the artwork. For best way to view work, place the piece on a plain white background. For 3D pieces, place on a plain white surface with a plain white background. It is best to use natural lighting, if it is not available make sure to use a bright white light without tinting. Make sure the light is not too close to the piece or it will wash it out. When taking the photo make sure to aim the camera directly at the piece without angling the camera. For 3D art make sure to take photos from different angles of your work.

The TCC Foundation has supported student artists at Tulsa Community College for over 30 years. The TCC Foundation Visual Art Scholarship encourages hard-working, community-conscious and goal-oriented creatives to continue with their education both within the Art Department at TCC and when they transfer to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Art.

TCC Foundation Visual Art Scholarship supports two types of awards:

TCC Art Program Award: To apply for this award, student must be a current TCC - Art Major taking Art Core-Curriculum courses. This award is for students who are not transferring to a four-year institution during or immediately after the 2023-2024 academic year. This award is $500.00. There are two $500.00 awards.
TCC Art Transfer Award: To apply for this award, student must have completed (or is near completion) the Art Core-Curriculum at TCC and plans transfer to a four-year institution during or immediately after the 2023-2024 academic year to seek a four-year degree as an Art Major. This award is $1,000.00. There is one $1,000.00 award.
The Art Department extends a sincere thank you to the TCC Foundation and School of Visual + Performing Arts for supporting our visual art students.

Application Requirements
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application requirements
Students may apply to one of two scholarship opportunities. Each scholarships' application requirements are listed below.

1.TCC Art Program Award application (award amount: $500.00)

Section #1 - student information
student name, CWID, TCC email address, cumulative GPA, art major, core-curriculum courses completed.
Section #2 - scholarship selection
Section #3 - application questions
In 250-300 words, please reflect on the ways you have provided a positive contribution to the community within the Art Department at Tulsa Community College.
In 250-300 words, please describe your academic and professional goals.
Section #4 - artwork images
TCC Art Program Award applicants submit an image portfolio consisting of 5-7 different artworks created in any TCC Art course they have completed. Students may submit a mixture of 2D and 3D artwork.
Please submit artworks presenting the strongest example of creativity and craftsmanship.
See application for formatting specifics.
2. TCC Art Transfer Award application (award amount: $1,000.00)

Section #1 - student information
student name, CWID, TCC email address, cumulative GPA, art major, core-curriculum courses completed.
Section #2 - scholarship selection
Section #3 - application questions
TCC Art Transfer Award applicants are responsible for completing the application sections for "TCC Art Program Award" plus the additional application sections listed below:
Curriculum Vitae (CV) with professional headers following the College Art Association's Standards & Guidelines.
In 250-300 words, please reflect on the ways you have developed as an art student over the course of earning your Associate in Arts at Tulsa Community College. How will this award help further your goals as an artist or arts professional?
Proof of Transfer Documents.
Section #4 - artwork images/files
TCC Art Transfer Award applicants should submit an image portfolio consisting of 10 different artworks created in any TCC Art course they have completed. Students may submit a mixture of 2D and 3D artwork.
Please submit artworks presenting the strongest example of creativity and craftsmanship.
See application for formatting specifics.
This scholarship opportunity is FREE for Tulsa Community College Art students.

Artspace111 and the Love Texas Art Foundation are pleased to announce an open call for submissions from Texas artists for the 11th Annual Texas Juried Exhibition, juried by Maggie Adler, Curator Paintings, Sculpture, and Works on Paper,  Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The total 2024 prize amount is $15,000, with a $10,000 first prize. The exhibition will be open July 27 – August 24, 2024 at Artspace111, with an opening reception on July 27th. Contemporary 2D and 3D works that follow the requirements detailed in the prospectus are eligible for acceptance, artwork selected by the juror from the eligible submissions will be included in the exhibition at Artspace111 and are eligible for awards. As mentioned above, over $15,000 will be awarded to the best works in show, and the $10,000 first prize will include the opportunity to exhibit at Artspace111 in a separate solo or group exhibition in 2025.

Visit www.Artspace111.com for more information and to read full prospectus.

The Artist in Residence (AIR) program awards fully sponsored residencies to approximately 50 local, national, and international artists each year.

The City of West Hollywood's Arts Division invites artists, curators, and non-profit arts organizations based in the U.S. to submit proposals for temporary public art projects to the Art on the Outside (AOTO) program. AOTO funds the temporary display of art at publicly accessible City-owned locations and facilities. Past projects include sculptures, murals, digital screen-based artwork & projections, and performance art.

Please see website for further application details.

WeHo Arts Division invites artists, curators, and non-profit arts organizations based in the U.S. to submit proposals for temporary public art projects to the Art on the Outside (AOTO) program. AOTO funds the temporary display of art at publicly accessible City-owned locations and facilities. Past projects include sculptures, murals, digital screen-based artwork & projections, and performance art. While proposals for new artworks are eligible for review, the program is best suited to realizing exhibitions consisting of prefabricated artworks that can be installed at the approved site without extensive modification. Past awarded budgets have averaged around $8,000 but vary depending on the project. Please review the application requirements carefully before applying and feel free to contact Marcus Mitchell, Public Art Administrator at 323-848-3122 / [email protected] with any questions about the application, selection process, or program. To apply please visit https://bit.ly/AOTO2024.

The Max Thelen Studio Residency provides a quality art space for an emerging artist to create artwork and receive community support. The Residency includes a free art studio for 12 months with many additional benefits. Ideal candidates live in the Marin/San Francisco/Oakland Bay Area and can commit to regularly making art and participating in the program activities.

Art Works Downtown offers a diverse mix of studio artists and mediums in the heart of the San Rafael commercial core for regular interaction with the public. The Max Thelen Studio is a located on the street-level of the AWD complex. Art Works Downtown believes that an emerging artist will stimulate new ideas among established AWD studio artists and vice versa. Our community will be better served as they recognize and understand the importance of supporting emerging artists in their career endeavors.

Benefits:

Free art studio, including utilities, fees and operating costs.
PLEASE NOTE: This residency does not include living accommodations.
92 sq. ft. located in the main entrance hallway.
You may see the space during our public hours, Wed–Sat, 12–6pm.
An environment that is supportive and empathetic to the creative process.
Solo exhibition in the Founders’ Gallery, which provides exhibition production experience.
Waived fees for AWD membership and juried exhibitions.
Representation on AWD’s newsletter, website, and social media.
Exposure to large groups of visitors every month during the 2nd Friday Art Walk events.
Scholarship granted for mandatory participation in Marin Open Studios.
Exposure to exhibit procedures and processes.
Exposure to the nonprofit arts organization operation.
Application Requirements
Calendar:

Deadline to apply July 6, 2024
Award announced in August 6-8, 2024
Studio Residency to commence in September 5, 2024 through August 30, 2025
Founders Gallery exhibition: August 8–September 27, 2024

Oil Painters of America’s 2024 Western Regional Exhibition of Traditional Representational Oils, October 12 through January 5, 2025, at Phippen Museum, Prescott, AZ. Awards approximately $11,500 in cash & merchandise, including a $4,000 cash best-in-show award. The juror will be Steve Atkinson OPA. Artists eligible to compete are citizens - both natural born or otherwise - of the continent of North America who are 2024 OPA members. Submissions are accepted through 6/19/2024. Maximum size limitation 1,200 sq in. The acceptance list will be announced on 8/2/2024.

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration for our upcoming “Nature’s Palette” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the First Floor Gallery located in Santa Clarita City Hall. We are seeking original artwork in any medium that captures the essence of the natural world around us. Artwork should highlight the intricate hues, textures, and forms that define our planets landscapes and ecosystems.