The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art is seeking submission proposals for works to be included in a unique project.
The Alternator ArtMart is a vending machine offering work by local artists available to purchase for between $2 to $20.
Photo Credit: The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art
“Works accepted for the Alternator ArtMart will represent a variety of mediums and themes, and will embody the Alternator’s focus on community engaged, experimental contemporary art,” the call for submissions says.
Those selected for participation in the project will receive an honorarium, production funds to assist with the creation of their work, and a commission on all sales of work through the project.
Art pieces should be unique and appeal to the public. Some examples of types of works that will be considered include (but are not limited to):
- Printed matter, such as zines, artists books and pocketbooks, instructions or artist cards.
- Items to be worn, such as various types of jewelry, temporary tattoos, buttons or pins.
- Performative and play objects, such as finger puppets, toys or small games.
- Sculptural objects, such as those that have been 3D printed, crafted, sewn and stitched, or formed.
- Customized stamps, stickers, badges or other design items.
- Original, two dimensional art pieces
Works must be made available in an edition or series. Artists are expected to provide a minimum of 10 to a maximum of 20 objects.
The deadline for submissions is March 18, 2019. The submission form is available here. All applicants selected to exhibit work in the Alternator ArtMart must be Alternator members, which includes an annual fee, or completion of volunteer hours.
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