TREX WALL – CALL FOR SUBMISSION

TREX WALL Open Call for Submissions

Proposal submission deadline is February 9, 2025, by 11:59pm

 

This is an open call for Alberta artists to submit a proposal for the TREX WALL which is located just outside the Art Gallery of Grande Prairie. This public exhibition wall is in the busy Montrose Cultural Center, home to the Grande Prairie Public Library, Jeffreys Café & the Art Gallery of Grande Prairie. The 18-foot TREX Wall will be equipped with a rail hanging system, but this doesn’t limit the artwork to be only 2D, the space also lends itself well to creative installation works.

We are looking for engaging proposals that respond to the space and take into consideration potential interactions with viewing audiences – there is no limit on the type of exhibition proposed they can be two dimensional, sculptural, and/or mixed-media in nature. We would also welcome an educational or public engagement component. In your proposal, please indicate if you are interested in working with the organizers on developing this.

We would like to thank our sponsor, KMSC LAW for making this project possible.

Eligibility

This call is only open to artists residing within Alberta. Art collectives or groups are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities of the Artist(s) and Fees

Installation/take-down assistance is available for out-of-town applicants, however shipment and delivery of artworks as well as retrieval of artworks at the close of the exhibition duration is the responsibility of the artist. CARFAC fees will be paid to artists for exhibiting. Exhibitions will be displayed for approximately a two month period.

Proposal Submission Requirements

Please submit the following components in a single PDF by email no later than February 9, 2025, 11:59pm to Jamie-lee@aggp.ca with the following subject line: TREX WALL Exhibition Proposal – [YOUR NAME OR NAME OF COLLECTIVE]

• Proposal (500 word max) – Briefly describe your exhibition idea. Please indicate if you are interested in working with the organizers on developing a workshop or educational aspect in your exhibition.
• Artist Bio/Statement(s)
• 10-20 Digital Images (Include: Title, Medium, Size, Year | optional – paragraph describing image)