“Beyond the Bricks”
CALL TO ARTISTS
DEADLINE OCTOBER 20, 2022
ART ON THE AVE NYC
*Application Form Below*
Show Title: Beyond the Bricks
Using the work of local New York artists, we wish to spark a conversation about the idea of what makes a community “beyond the bricks.” As Bertel Haarder, Danish Minister of Culture, says, “A society is not built primarily of bricks, but of ideas.” Therefore, it is up to the interpretation of the artist to decide how the work speaks to the theme.
What will the project look like?
Art on the Ave uses vacant storefronts and existing businesses in high visibility locations to create interactive art exhibitions for all to enjoy. Our next exhibition will be located on the Upper East Side and will be a collaboration between Art on the Ave NYC, Friends of the Upper East Side, and Manhattan Sideways. All three organizations work to uplift neighborhoods and foster a sense of place.
The Upper East Side is much more than Museum Mile. It is a neighborhood with a distinct architectural legacy, small and independent businesses, and residents that engage in their community.
We want to highlight this community that is home to smaller, independent businesses, a vibrant creative culture, schools and people from around the globe.This is a place where architectural beauty, historic resources and new development exist in harmony.
Artists will be guided by the notion of “beyond the bricks” - the idea that a community is made up of not only the buildings that outline a neighborhood, but the people and ideas that form in those spaces. We want to see how you interpret the phrase. You may be inspired by the literal brick structures that define many New York buildings, or by the brick as a symbol of the fruit of hard labor and perseverance. You may be inspired by the idea of building something from nothing and creating a legacy. You may also consider the diverse cultures and heritage that enrich our city.
Submissions should reflect, in a literal or symbolic way, our organizations’ values. Inclusivity, empathy, equity, growth, action, and activism are some of the key values that applicants can integrate. We look at artist statements closely to ensure that they reflect the exhibition theme.
Technical Parameters:
Artwork must be…
2-dimensional
There are two sizes of gallery walls. 2ft wide and 4ft wide. Pieces CANNOT exceed 36in by 36in.
Gallery-Ready (ie. photography must be framed either without glass or with non-reflective glass, canvas must be stretched)
Project Timeline:
October 20 2022: Application Deadline
October 22 2022: Selections Announced
October 27 2022: Deadline for artwork to be deposited at storage facility
November 4 2022: Installation
January 6 2022: End of Project
Application Requirements:
Artist Statement (including rationale detailing why the submission meets the mandate of the project)
Artist Bio
Resume
Links to website and social media channels (if applicable)
Phone Number
Address
Artwork Image - May submit up to 3 pieces for consideration (submitted as a JPeg or PNG, maximum 5 MB per image)
Artwork medium and dimensions (dimensions should reflect the final framed size if the piece will be framed)
Price (cannot exceed $5,000)
NOTE- Our exhibitions are contingent on spaces being donated by property owners. Therefore, we can not guarantee that an exhibition will move forward until we know which spaces are confirmed.
Please submit your completed application via the application form below
Please note, if your application is not submitted according to our guidelines, it will not be considered.
All applications will be considered by the Art on the Ave NYC Curatorial Team, and results will be released on October 22, 2022.
For any queries please email info@artontheavenyc.com
