Call for Submissions – Mural Artists Town of Hopedale

Deadline to Submit: November 15, 2024

Project Description: 

This project is for any local artist(s) interested in painting a mural for our town using the theme Them Days, or something along those lines. The Community Centre is used by all groups and ages, for community feasts etc., and we want to create a mural that will express our culture in diverse ways. The mural will be created inside the Nanuk Community Centre on a fibre resin wall. Artists may paint directly on the wall or propose a digital design that can be printed on vinyl. The total size of the available wall is 70 feet 6 inches. The artist will not be expected to use the whole wall – please share what area of the wall you will use in your submission. Upon completion, the artist will be invited to participate in an unveiling, where they can talk about their vision for the mural and what it depicts.

Who Can Apply

• Artists of all levels of experience (emerging through established) are welcome to apply.

• We welcome submissions in a variety of media (i.e. concepts to be painted by hand, photo/digital artworks).

• Applicants must reside in Hopedale

• Experience in or an openness to community-engaged visual arts practice is preferred
  

Compensation:  

The selected artist will be paid artist fees of up to $10,000 including HST (if applicable) for all design and creation, materials, safety equipment, assistant artists, safety training, taxes and insurance, which need to be outlined in the budget template provided below.

The Paint Shop will also provide up to $300 worth of paints for this project.

Submission Requirements: Please submit the following by email in a single PDF to: hopedaletownmanager@nf.aibn.com

1. A description (max 500 words) and concept sketch of your proposed mural for this space.

2. A 200-word bio

3. A link to your website or portfolio

4. A project budget in the template provided (including artist fees, materials, insurance, assistant artist fees, and any other costs the artist may incur related to this project.

5. A basic workplan - including what days and hours you would be able to work

6. Up to five images of previous works that can help illustrate the style you have in mind for this project (please indicate the title, date, medium, and dimensions of each work).

Selection Process:

The Hopedale Inuit Community Government staff and councillors will decide on who will be selected.

Evaluation:

Eligible submissions will be evaluated based on the:

• Relevance of the proposed project to the program theme and clarity of ideas

• Feasibility and scope of the project plan that demonstrates your capacity to undertake the proposed project

• Impact, the potential of the project to contribute to and advance your artistic practice and/or professional development

• Budget a reasonable budget that fairly compensates the artist and collaborators and that aligns with the proposed project (please use the template provided)

Timeline:

• Submission deadline: November 15, 2024.

• The successful candidate will be contacted by December 1, 2024.

• Mural painting to take place between January 2 and February 28, 2025.

Questions?

Please contact
Christine Foltz-Vincent
Hopedale Town Manager
hopedaletownmanager@nf.aibn.com
709-933-3386

FAQs

Do you accept submissions for painted and digital artworks? 

Designs may be considered for a digitally printed work on vinyl or similar substrate or painting by the artist. 

Is this opportunity only for Hopedale residents? 

Yes 

This initiative is part of the Our Creative Home project, delivered by Municipalities NL and Business & Arts NL, and supported by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, in celebration of the Year of the Arts. 

Call for Submissions – Mural Artists “Recreation for All”

Deadline to Submit: October 18, 2024

Project Description: 

The Town of Pasadena is inviting submissions from artists interested in painting a mural in the main entrance of Pasadena Place, our community centre. The aim of this mural is to visually communicate that the recreation center is a welcoming space for everyone, embracing diversity in age, ability, background, and interests. By showcasing a variety of activities and representations, the mural will foster a sense of belonging and encourage community engagement.

The wall space for the mural (see image below) is 10 feet tall and 20 feet wide, and is painted drywall which will need to be primed by the artist. The selected artist could choose to fill the entire space but is not required to; please make clear the format/size you would plan to use in your submission.

Photo of where the murals will be installed. The size of the wall is 10’ (high) x 20’ (wide)

We are seeking proposals from artists interested in creating a mural that reflects the following elements:

Diverse Activities Depicted

• Sports: Show a variety of sports such as basketball, soccer, pickleball, tennis, volleyball, and baseball.

• Arts and Crafts: Include painting, quilting, knitting, and other creative activities.

• Fitness and Wellness: Depict activities like yoga, aerobics, line dancing, and intergenerational events.

• Community Events: Illustrate events such as dance classes, cultural festivals, heritage workshops and community meetings.

• Outdoor Activities: Show hiking, biking, picnicking, bus tours, and gardening to emphasize connection with nature.

Representation of Different Age Groups

• Children: Playing on a playground, learning to swim, or participating in a craft class.

• Teens: Engaged in team sports, skateboarding, or attending Friday Night Youth.

• Adults: Working out in the gym, taking a yoga class, or playing pickleball.

• Seniors: Participating in gentle exercise classes, gardening, or line dancing.

Inclusivity in Abilities

• Include individuals with disabilities participating in various activities, such as a person in a wheelchair playing basketball, someone with a guide dog jogging, and youth participants with their worker.

Cultural Diversity

• Depict people from different cultural backgrounds enjoying recreational activities together to reflect the diversity of the community.

Community Background

In 2016 we opened Pasadena Place, a state-of-the-art community centre. Pasadena Place is a multi-sport and fitness complex designed for residents of Pasadena and surrounding areas to assist in providing a healthy lifestyle. Pasadena Place is surrounded by numerous outdoor recreation facilities including a soccer field, tennis/pickleball courts, basketball courts, softball/baseball fields, a playground, walking trails, splash pad and an age-friendly mud kitchen and sensory garden. A paved walkway around our building and the connecting paths to all these facilities make it the most-used facility in the community. The addition of a mural depicting all the activities centered around our facility will surely make our place, Pasadena Place, the envy of many other communities within the province.

Compensation:  

The selected artist will be paid artist fees of up to $10,000 including HST (if applicable) for all design and creation. Materials, safety equipment, assistant artists, safety training, taxes and insurance, etc. need to be included in the artist fees outlined in the budget. 

Additional fees for travel expenses for an artist not living within the community will be provided. 

The Paint Shop will also provide up to $300 worth of paints for this project.

Submission Requirements: Please submit the following by email in a single PDF to: wwight@pasadena.ca

• A description (max 500 words) and concept sketch of your proposed mural for this space. 

• A 200-word bio 

• A link to your website or portfolio 

• A project budget in the template provided including artist fees, materials, insurance, assistant artist fees, and any other costs the artist may incur related to this project. 

• A basic workplan – Please indicate if you would need to travel from outside the community, and how long you would anticipate being in residence to paint/install. 

• Up to five images of previous works that can help illustrate the style you have in mind for this project (please indicate the title, date, medium, and dimensions of each work).

Selection Process:

The Selection Committee will include three individuals including representatives from Pasadena Place, the Town of Pasadena, and the community at large.

Evaluation:

Eligible submissions will be evaluated based on the:

• Relevance of the proposed project to the program theme and clarity of ideas

• Feasibility and scope of the project plan that demonstrates your capacity to undertake the proposed project

• Impact – the potential of the project to contribute to and advance your artistic practice and/or professional development

• Budget a reasonable budget that fairly compensates the artist and collaborators and that aligns with the proposed project (please use the template provided)

Who Can Apply

• Preference may be given to artists residing in Newfoundland and Labrador, and travel expenses will only be provided to artists living within the province, but outside of the community. (See budget template for more information about travel expenses). 

• Artists of all levels of experience, from emerging to established, are welcome to apply. 

• As this mural will be painted while the facility is in use by the community, please submit a plan that includes only non-aerosolized and low-VOC products.  

Timeline:

• Submission deadline: October 18, 2024.

• The successful candidate will be contacted by November 1, 2024.

• Mural painting to take place between Janruary 8 - 31.

Questions?

Please contact Wanda Wight, Director of Recreation & Community Services
wwight@pasadena.ca
(709)686-2075 ext. 302

This initiative is part of the Our Creative Home project, delivered by Municipalities NL and Business & Arts NL, and supported by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, in celebration of the Year of the Arts. 

Call for Mural Artists – Trinity Bay North

Deadline Extended: October 31, 2024

Project Description: 

With support through Year of the Arts and the “Our Creative Home” initiative, the municipality of Trinity Bay North (TBN) will be inviting up to four artists to create four 4’ x 6.5’ murals (one for each community) to be installed in the Frank Power Chalet in Port Union. Coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the municipality, the theme of the mural will relate to “Unity Through Uniqueness” to celebrate the four communities of Melrose, Port Union, Catalina, and Little Catalina, coming together to form what is now the municipality of Trinity Bay North. The murals will engage and focus on the rich history, heritage and community present in each of the communities to celebrate the diverse arts and culture that has been cultivated over the last twenty years of formation. 

As part of the process, Trinity Bay North will be hosting an open Town Hall with the selected artist(s) to discuss their plan and any concerns residents may have about how their community is being represented. The format and structure of this Town Hall will be developed in consultation with the artist(s).

Location: 

Photo of where the murals will be installed in the Frank Power Chalet in Port Union. 

Note: The cork board on the wall will be removed to not obstruct the mural. 

The size of the wall is 9’ (floor to ceiling) x 18’ (door to wall). 4’ x 6’ Panels must be done in portrait to fit the space. If you have alternative measurements for the panels please include this in your proposal. Note that the height of the panels combined should not exceed 7’ to accommodate the heater and the air pump.

Community Background

Applicants are welcome to use the following resources from the Trinity Bay North Historical Society when creating their vision for the proposed mural. 

• Catalina

• Port Union

• Melrose

• Little Catalina

Applicants are also welcome to reach out to Union House Arts at unionhousearts@gmail.com for help with applications if needed.

Compensation:  

The total budget for artist fees for this project is $10,000 (including HST) for all design and creation. Additional fees for artists not living in the community (travel, accommodations, and a per diem for up to one week) will be provided if necessary. Please see the budget template for more details. The Paint Shop will provide up to $300 worth of paints for this project and the Municipality of Trinity Bay North will provide an additional $500 for mural supplies such as panels, boards, framing materials, etc.

For artists who apply as a group or a collective please include how the fee will be split among you in your draft budget.

Submission Requirements: Please submit the following by email in a single PDF to townmanager@personainternet.com

• A description (max 500 words) and concept sketch of your proposed mural for the space; in your description please include;

• Your connection to Trinity Bay North and/or why you are interested in the opportunity

• How you plan to represent both the history and contemporary culture of Trinity Bay North

• How this opportunity will propel your career and/or impact the community of Trinity Bay North

• A basic work plan which also indicates if you need to travel from outside the community, and how long you anticipate (if applicable) being in residence to paint/install

• A project budget that outlines artist fees, materials, safety equipment, assistant artists’ fees, safety training, taxes, and insurance (please see the provided budget template for more information, applicants are welcome to create their own budget template if needed).

• Examples of previous works that can help illustrate the style you have in mind for this project

• A 200-word biography

Who Can Apply

Artists from across the province of Newfoundland and Labrador are welcome to apply, however, artists who currently reside in Trinity Bay North or the surrounding areas on the Bonavista Peninsula will be prioritized. Artists can work in any medium (painters, photographers, printmakers, textile artists, etc) so long as the work can be mounted onto the 4’ x 6’ panels.

Experience in and/or openness to community-engaged visual arts practice is preferred but not necessary.

Timeline:

• The deadline for submissions is October 31, 2024. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. 

• The selected artist(s) must start the mural no later than December 1st, 2024, and have it completed before March 31, 2025.

Questions?

Applicants are also welcome to reach out to Union House Arts at unionhousearts@gmail.com for help with applications if needed.

This initiative is part of the Our Creative Home project, delivered by Municipalities NL and Business & Arts NL, and supported by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, in celebration of the Year of the Arts. 

Call for Mural Artists – For The Town of Englee

Deadline to apply: Wednesday, September 20, 2024

Project Description: 

The Town of Englee is commissioning a mural project to be installed at our community Playground in the heart of our town. The mural will be created offsite on five 4-ft Dibond sheets that will be installed together to form one large artwork. It will be affixed and bordering the playground.

We want to engage an artist who will create imagery that demonstrates and celebrates the natural beauty and historic stories of our rural fishing community. The Mural could feature a story of our history, our once famous salt fish plant and salmon operation (salmon that was Served to the Queen herself), our many old historic buildings, some that were floated here in relocation times from various surrounding communities and/or our rich fishing heritage, beautiful walking trails, and gorgeous scenery. We are known as one of the closest points to the 1914 sealing disaster. We want to radiate that warm feeling of home that people get when they spend any amount of time here. We want to capture the magic that is rural Newfoundland and show people that there is no place like home!

Location: 

The mural will be mounted on the North facing section of our playground fence that is located at the centre of our beautiful town adjacent to a crossroads where all visitors entering town will be passing by. Surrounding our playground are three of our five churches, our Post Office, our boat launch and both of our local stores so basically it is one of the busiest places in our community.

Community Background

Englee is a town on the east side of the Great Northern Peninsula in a sheltered harbour on the northern headland of Canada Bay. In the early 1800s, four families inhabited the area, however, most settlers came between 1870 and 1900. The French were active in fishing operations in the 1860s and 1870s. The first settlers were fishermen, builders and trappers. Like many other outports of the time, each family grew its own vegetables and raised its own sheep and cattle.

In the late 1880s, the first fishing establishment was built and operated by Baxter Crocker, and it was still operating in 1980 as John Reeves Limited. In 1940 Canada Bay Cold Storage Company Limited began a fresh-frozen codfish and fresh salmon operation. The first school was built in 1900 and had an enrolment of 25. In 1978-79 the school had an enrolment of 305.

We still to this day remain a fishing community. We have many fishers that take in the inshore fishery. We are a community that takes pride in our heritage. We have five walking trails, each with unique views.

Learn more about us at: www.facebook.com/TownofEnglee

Compensation:  

The selected artist will be paid artist fees of up to $10,000 (including HST if applicable) for all design, creation, and material costs, excluding the Dibond panels. Materials, priming and preparation, and final clear-coating of the Dibond surfaces, (aside from a contribution of $300 worth of paints from the Paint Shop for painted murals), safety equipment, assistant artists, safety training, taxes and insurance, will be included in the artist fees, and need to be outlined in the budget. Additional fees for travel expenses for an artist not living within the community will be provided.

Submission Requirements: Please submit the following by email in a single PDF to: engleeoffice@bellaliant.com

• A project description/proposal (max 500 words) and concept sketch of your proposed mural for this space.

• A project budget using the template provided that includes artist fees, materials, insurance, assistant artist fees, and any other costs the artist may incur related to this project.

• A basic workplan (max 500 words). Please also indicate if you would need to travel from outside the community, and how long you would anticipate being in residence to paint/install.

• Up to five images of previous works that can help illustrate the style you have in mind for this project (please indicate the title, date, medium, and dimensions of each work) and a link to your website or social media channel.

• CV (artist resume)

Selection Process:

Our Council will be involved in the selection process which will consist of six individuals, including individuals responsible for community programming, infrastructure, and marketing.

Who Can Apply

• Preference may be given to artists residing in or connected to NL, and travel expenses will only be provided to artists living in NL but outside of the community

• Experienced Artists with 2-3 previous works would be an asset but not required.

• Emerging and experienced artists and photo/digital artists are welcome to apply

• Experience in and/or an openness to community-engaged visual arts practice is preferred

• The artist will be required to work with paints and or printed materials that are weatherproof and will stand up to our seasonal Newfoundland weather

Eligible submissions will be evaluated based on the:

• Relevance of the proposed project to the program theme and clarity of ideas

• Feasibility and scope of the project plan that demonstrates your capacity to undertake the proposed project

• Impact – the potential of the project to contribute to and advance your artistic practice and/or professional development

• Budget a reasonable budget that fairly compensates the artist and collaborators and that aligns with the proposed project

Timeline:

Submission deadline: September 20th, 2024

The successful candidate will be contacted by September 27, 2024

Project start date tentatively October 15th, 2024

Mural Completed and shipped to the Town by March 31, 2025

Mural Installation and Public Unveiling June/July 2025

The mural will be completed in the fall/winter months and stored until its installation which will take place between June and July 2025.

FAQS: 

Do you accept submissions for painted and digital artworks?

Designs may be considered for a digitally printed work on vinyl or similar substrate or painting by the artist.

Is this opportunity open to artists from outside of the province?

Travel funding is only available for artists travelling from within the province. 

Questions?

Please contact:
Samantha Brenton
709-866-2711
engleeoffice@bellaliant.com 

This initiative is part of the Our Creative Home project, delivered by Municipalities NL and Business & Arts NL, and supported by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, in celebration of the Year of the Arts. 

Call for Mural Artists – For The Town of Burnt Islands

Deadline to apply: Wednesday, September 13th, 2024

Project Description: 

The Town of Burnt Islands is seeking to commission an artist(s) to paint a mural on the Hook and Line Interpretation Center.

Location: 

The Hook and Line Interpretation Center holds a café, an area to display local art, and a museum displaying artifacts.  Downstairs from the center is a local bait depot. The size of the mural will be ten feet long and eight feet tall on a primed gyprock wall.

Theme  

• The Mural is to represent our Community's Fishing Culture. The artwork will tell the story of the art of fishing and the multiple cultural techniques passed on to those who continue the art of fishing.

• In 2022 storm Fiona devastated parts of our coast, and the aftermath left our community battered and bruised. The building that included our Cultural Museum, the Hook and Line Interpretation Center, was damaged and required extensive repairs. The local Economic Development Board is in the process of managing the rebuild. This project is an opportunity to remind our community of its history of fortitude when facing any storm by featuring art that tells the story of the strength and fortitude of those who fish.

Artist Fees:  

• $10,000 for all design and creation, including taxes if applicable.  

• Materials to be supplied by Artists.

• The Paint Shop will provide up to $300 worth of paints for this project. 

• Additional funding is available for travel for Artists living more than 50 km away from the project site.

• A budget template is provided (see below).

Submission Requirements:

Please submit the following by email in a single PDF to townofburntisland@bellaliant.com

• A description (max 500 words) and concept sketch of your proposed mural for this space. 

• A 200-word bio

• Submit 3-4 images of previous works that can help illustrate the style you have in mind for this project (please indicate each work's title, date, medium, and dimensions). 

• A budget including artist fees including tax if applicable, materials, assistant artists, safety equipment, etc. 

Selection Process:

The Artist(s) will be chosen from a panel consisting of the Town Clerk Manager, the Director of Burnt Island Economic Board, and 3 Councilors from the Town of Burnt Islands.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must reside on the South West Coast of NL (South Branch to Rose Blanche)

• Individual artists or teams of artists are welcome to apply. Teams should indicate how the $10,000 fee will be split among teammates in the budget. 

Eligible submissions will be evaluated based on the:

• Relevance of the proposed project to the program theme and clarity of ideas

• Feasibility and scope of the project plan that demonstrates your capacity to undertake the proposed project

• Impact – the potential of the project to contribute to and advance your artistic practice and/or professional development

• Budget a reasonable budget that fairly compensates the artist and collaborators and that aligns with the proposed project

Timeline:

Submission deadline: September 13th, 2024

The successful candidate will be contacted by September 17th, 2024

Mural installation to be agreed on with the Artist(s) (between October 1, 2024 – March 31st, 2025)

Questions?

Please contact Roxanne Francis, Town Clerk Manager at 709-698-3512 or townofburntisland@bellaliant.com

This initiative is part of the Our Creative Home project, delivered by Municipalities NL and Business & Arts NL, and supported by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, in celebration of the Year of the Arts. 

Call for Artists – Outdoor Mural For The Town of Gaultois

Deadline to apply: September 20, 2024

Project Description: 

The Town of Gaultois is searching for an artist to design and create an exterior mural on the lower half of our Community Centre located in the heart of town. Gaultois is an isolated community in Bay D’Espoir accessible by ferry. It is the last surviving town on Long Island. Several communities situated along the island’s shores: Piccaire, Raymond’s Point, Stone Valley, Round Harbour, Patrick’s Harbour and Harbour le Gallais were all thriving communities at one point but are now either silent or have become cabin sites.

Having survived a relocation vote in 2023, we are interested in considering mural themes of joy, resilience and embracing the town’s isolation as a feature which makes it unique and special. The mural could celebrate our rich history and promising future or its magical elements – the faerie dust sprinkled on our ATV trails that draws visitors to want to buy a house and move here. The crows, gulls, wharf cats, foxes, moose and whales who live parallel lives in the town could also be featured. We are open to all types of designs and styles including fantasy, myth, legend, historical, contemporary & abstract. We are looking for art that can move us emotionally and spark delight in residents and the large number of tourists who visit. 

The Gaultois Community Centre is in the center of town and is the hub of social activities. The lower half of the Community Centre has two highly visible tapered walls (please see pictures below for measurements). The dimensions of the first side are 7’9” x 22’2’’ x 5’2”.  The other side is 7’9” x 60’ x 3’4” This stretch has two windows and a door to be taken into consideration in the final design. The walls are a mixture of concrete and wood and the mural(s) will occupy the lower half of the Community Centre which is currently painted green as seen in the pictures. Submitting artists are invited to propose how much of the available space they envision incorporating into the mural and should indicate in their concept sketch the approximate dimensions and location on the specific walls. 

The town is open to the artist creating the mural out of any material and can either be painted directly on the wall or applied onto Dibond, plywood or some other type of panels. The project can be created on-site inside the Community Centre or off-site and delivered to the town. The town will install panels on the building.

The project includes up to 9 days of residence in Gaultois if the artist chooses to create the mural onsite. If more time onsite is required, we can offer a letter of support to help the artist secure additional travel funding. If the mural is to be painted off-site, the deadline for delivery of the artwork is March 31, 2025.

The town requests the artist share documentation of their process so that the town can share images/videos on their social media as part of the town’s public engagement work related to this project. 

The mural(s) will occupy the lower half of the Community Centre which is currently painted green. These walls are a tapered wedge shape. The dimensions of the mural area on the narrow side of the building are 7’9” x 22’2’’ x 5’2”. 

The dimensions of the mural area on the longer side of the building are 7’9” x 60’ x 3’4”. This stretch has two windows and a door to be taken into consideration in the final design.

Compensation:

The maximum budget for the artist is $10,000, which would include all design, creation and materials, shipping, delivery (if applicable) and taxes, if applicable. Additional fees for travel expenses and accommodation for up to 9 days for an artist not living within the community will be provided. For painted works, The Paint Shop will donate up to $300 worth of paints to the project.

Submission Requirements:

Please submit the following by email in a single PDF to:  martinebluenews@gmail.com

• A description (max 500 words) and concept sketch of your proposed mural, indicating which wall(s) you'll use and the approximate dimensions or square footage of the proposed piece

• A 200-word bio

• A link to your website or portfolio and your social media presence

• A budget outlining the artist fee requested and any extra expenditures creation of the mural would incur, such as the help of an assistant and materials. The maximum budget for the artist is $10,000.00 inclusive of HST if applicable. Please note that all accommodation, per diems and gas will be covered separately.

• A basic work plan outlining key dates and steps. Please also indicate how long you would anticipate being in residence to paint 

• Up to five images of previous works that can help illustrate the style you have in mind for this project (please indicate the title, date, medium, and dimensions of each work). 

Selection Process:

The successful artist will be chosen by a jury who will evaluate the proposed project on the following criteria:

• Relevance of the proposed project to the themes and the clarity of ideas

• Feasibility and scope of the project plan that demonstrates your capacity to undertake the proposed project

• Impact – the potential of the project to contribute to and advance your artistic practice and/or professional development

• Budget a reasonable budget that fairly compensates the artist and collaborators and that aligns with the proposed project

Timeline:

Submission deadline: September 20, 2024

The successful candidate will be contacted by October 1, 2024

On site mural painting will take place no later than March 2025 (dates are flexible)

If the mural is created off site, it must be delivered to the town by March 31, 2025.  

Who Can Apply:

• Preference may be given to artists residing in or connected to NL and travel expenses will only be provided to artists living in NL but outside of the community

• Preference will be given to artists with outdoor mural painting experience.

• Emerging and experienced artists are welcome to apply.

Application Deadline:  September 20, 2024

Questions?

Please contact the project co-ordinator Martine Blue:  email: martinebluenews@gmail.com

This initiative is part of the Our Creative Home project, delivered by Municipalities NL and Business & Arts NL, and supported by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, in celebration of the Year of the Arts.

Call for Artists and Performers

(Un)Common Threads Creativity and Innovation Conference

Fall 2024

Business and Arts NL is hosting a creativity and innovation summit at the Sheraton Hotel on  November 7, 2024, that will bring together 250 participants from across the business and arts communities to explore creativity: what it is, how to harness it, and how to apply it to fuel innovation. 

We are seeking artists to create work to be presented as part of this event, including works that can be performed live, or works that are created in advance and displayed at the event. We welcome submissions from artists at all career stages.

Our mission to facilitate meaningful dialogue and purposeful partnerships between the arts and business communities is front and center in the planning of this event. It follows that the involvement and work of artists is an essential element. It is deeply important that artist involvement is not "icing" or merely surface level. By integrating art and performance throughout the summit, we will demonstrate the vital role of art and creativity to inspire, challenge, and connect people, and how businesses can work with artists to create exceptional experiences. For this reason, submissions of works with an interactive component are encouraged. 

Theme:

We’re looking for creative works that explore the theme, “(Un)Common Threads”. We use this title for our event series in the creative/innovation space because of the variety of images and connotations it engenders, and the interplay between: 

• Common, as in what the business and arts have in common - a desire for impact, for evolution and innovation, teams, problems and solutions etc. etc., and a desire to seek uncommon, surprising, unexpected synergies

• Common, as in plain, widely available, mundane, everyday, etc. When creativity is applied to these common ideas, items, and problems, innovative solutions and viewpoints arise.  

• Threads in figurative and literal forms - narrative threads, connective tissues, the “ties that bind” etc. 

Artists should feel free to interpret this theme in any way that feels appropriate. 

Compensation:

$3,500 - $10,000 per artist, including materials, delivery, installation and takedown, performance fees, licensing fees for photographs of your performance/work, and promotional materials including a short written statement about your work/process, short process videos and photos for social media. Each selected artist will be required to attend the summit on Nov 7, 2024, and to be featured in a Spotlight on Partnerships story about your work and how it ties to this theme. For participating artists from within the province who do not live on the Avalon Peninsula, travel expenses will be provided. 

Timelines: 

Deadline to submit an expression of interest: Friday, May 31, 2024

If necessary, shortlisted applicants may be asked to create a second, more detailed application, and will be paid $500 for this work. 

Final selections will be made no later than June 28.

Performances/presentations will take place on Nov 7, 2024. 

Delivery and installation of artworks, props, equipment etc. will take place on the morning of Nov 7, 2024, and be taken down at the end of the same day. 

All selected artists will take part in the summit on Nov 7, 2024. 

Submission requirements:

Please submit the following information in a single pdf by email to: info@businessandartsnl.com 

• A description (max 500 words) of your proposed performance, exhibition, or contribution to the summit, including how you envision participants interacting with it (i.e. watching a performance, stopping by during coffee and lunch breaks to check it out in detail, displaying on screens throughout the space etc. participating in small groups throughout the day, etc.). If you prefer to send this portion of your submission via video, please limit the video length to no longer than 3 minutes.

• A project budget, including artist fees for yourself and any collaborators, materials, delivery, installation/takedown, a licensing fee for images/short videos of your artwork to be used by Business and Arts NL’s marketing and social media, and a fee for providing marketing materials such as short process videos and photos for social media. If you are travelling from within NL, but outside the Avalon Peninsula, please provide expected travel costs, (according to the federal government’s travel directive). These will be outside of your artist fee. We have provided a budget template which includes possible cost categories and links to useful resources to help you structure your budget. Please see below to download.

• Technical requirements (see FAQ for limitations)

• A 200-word bio

• A link to your website or portfolio 

• Up to five examples (images, links to videos or recordings, etc.) of your work, including similar works, examples that demonstrate your ability to execute the proposed artwork, concept sketches, etc.

FAQs:

• Is there a limit on the number of concepts I can submit?

  Please submit only one concept per application. If you would like to submit more than one idea, you may do so in a separate package.

• What format should I be submitting in?

  Please submit your application as a single pdf, with links to video/audio files.

• Eligibility

  This call is open to artists from anywhere, but only artists living within Newfoundland and Labrador and outside of the Avalon Peninsula will have their travel costs to participate in the event covered.

• Selection process

  The conference team (including Business and Arts staff, board, and advisory committee members) will evaluate/assess the submissions based on the proposed project’s relevance, feasibility, and connection to the stated theme.

• Can I submit a previously created work, or only propose to make something new specifically for this event?

  Existing work is welcome.

• What sort of interactivity and/or audience engagement do you have in mind?

  Our vision for participants’ interaction with art at this event is that it will spark conversations, compel people to circulate throughout the event spaces, help them engage thoughtfully with the themes, and be surprised. We do not want artworks and performances to be in the background during networking opportunities, but will rather serve as examples of creativity and innovation themselves, and provide experiences that participants feel a part of. 

  Interactivity is not a requirement, but would be very welcome. Examples of interactivity might include:

  Opportunities to interact in a passive/gentle way (for instance, using your phone)

  Reactive or co-creative opportunities (for instance, using ideas or contributions submitted by participants in advance or in the moment)

  Works that interact with data provided by a participant or participants

  Works that react to, or are impacted by the audience 

  Works that use interactive media

  Facilitated interactivity, including works or experiences that are co-created by participants throughout the course of the day (within time constraints)

• What will happen to works created specifically for this event?

  Artists will maintain ownership of their artworks.

• What media are you looking for?

  We’re open to any forms of artistic expression, including, but not limited to musical, dance, and theatrical performances, visual artworks including digital media, sculpture, paintings, textiles, etc.

• How will works be displayed? What technical setup is available?

  We won’t have permission to mount works onto the walls at the Sheraton, so 2D artworks will be displayed on easels. There are two 7x13 screens and a 8000 Lumen projector, as well as 75" LED HD monitors on rolling stands available that could be used to display digital artworks. There will be a small stage, and a modest A/V setup to support performances. Please see attached images of the event spaces.

  As we only get access to the Sheraton on the day of the event, works must be easily transported and able to be set-up early on the morning of the event.

• What other programming will be included on that day?

  Three main speakers have been selected so far, discussing their own creative processes, and how creativity is applied to their business in the film, marketing, and theatre worlds

• Can two or more artists submit as a team?

  Yes, by all means. This opportunity is open to all emerging and professional artists and arts organizations.

  Please note, the artist fee range of $3,500 - $10,000 for this event is per project, not per artist, and so a joint submission needs to fit within this budget.

• Should my 5 images of support materials be of my most recent or most relevant work? Can each member of a team submit 5 images each?

  Images/videos/audio submitted are one of the most compelling tools we have of communicating artist ideas. This is especially helpful when submitting to a selection committee that is not wholly comprised of artists, as in this case.

  Select images that do the best job of illustrating the work you’re proposing to share, whether it’s recent work, or a sketch of a new idea etc.

  If two artists are working together and combining two very different types of work, and you think each artist needs to submit 5 separate images, in order to thoroughly illustrate your concept that’s fine.

• Can I submit audio or video samples?

  Yes, links to video or audio samples are welcome. Please include links to online content in your pdf submission rather than as separate mp4 files etc.

• How many artists are you planning to select?

  Depending on our final budget and timing considerations, we’re hoping to select between 3 and 8 artists to be part of this work.

• Will you accept submissions via video?

  Yes, we are happy to accept proposed project descriptions in alternative formats including audio or video submissions. These recordings should be no longer than three minutes long. All other materials (budget, portfolio, technical requirements, support materials) should be submitted in pdf.

• Can I propose a workshop rather than a performance?

  Yes.

• Can I propose a project that includes an opportunity for a younger artist to be mentored?

  Yes.

• What is the maximum length of artist interactions you're looking to program?

  Our programming for the day is still very flexible, and so we’re asking you to submit ideas and projects that are your best, most resonant ideas for this opportunity. We are not stating max/min timeframes, and will build the program to create an event that fills the day, meets our goals, fits the budget, and showcases a range of artists and artistic media.

• How will audience members interact with these performances?

  The following possibilities are currently imagined:

  • All 300 participants sit at round tables and observe a performance.

  • Participants move through several spaces over the course of 30-45-minute blocks and interact with artistic presentation at their own pace.

  Please note, there will be more limited capacity in the schedule for the first format, as audience members will also be seated/stationary during keynote presentations.

• When will set up/tear down take place?

  All set up and tear down will have to take place on the day of the event, before 8:30 am and after 4:30 pm.

• Who is the intended audience for this event?

  This event will be open to the general public. We expect attendees to come from a mix of sectors, including tech, marketing, arts, film and tv, architecture and design etc. This work will be geared towards leaders and teams looking to explore the importance of creativity in their work.

• What is the goal of featuring artists as part of this event?

  This event will position artists as professionals use hone and apply creativity to their work, and whom others outside of the arts community can learn from. This event also presents art as an important and varied tool for communication, self-exploration, and creating shared experiences.

• What marketing/exposure will artists receive as participants?

  Each artist-in-residence will be featured in the conference program (online and in print), on social media announcements about the conference, and have a Spotlight on Partnerships story written about them, and be featured in post-event reporting.

  Participating artists-in-residence will receive professional photographs of their participation in the conference to use for their own portfolio/marketing.

• What should I include in my budget?

  To help make building a budget for this project easier, we have provided a template with a breakdown of potential cost categories and useful resources to help with pricing etc. Please feel free to use this as a guide, or download and submit your budget using this form-fillable template. (Download below).

The event will take place throughout three spaces in the Sheraton:

Ballroom

Court Garden

Pre-Function Area

Call for Artworks

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
Mental Health and Addictions Centre, St. John’s

The Mental Health and Addictions Centre in St. John’s is scheduled to open in late fall 2024. The vision for the new facility is to be a beacon, a guiding light that resonates with clients, families, staff, and community partners.

In Canada and around the world, integrating visual art experiences within hospital settings is increasingly recognized as a measurable improvement to therapeutic environments, in the context of mental health facilities. NL Health Services plans to include many works of art by artists from our communities in this important new building. 

The Project Team is currently seeking submissions of 2D artworks including drawing, paintings, photographs, and original prints (serigraphy, intaglio, lithography, etc) on archival materials, as well as textiles, encaustic work, or other low-relief artworks that are able to be mounted and framed. In order to submit up to five works between 18” and 48” wide, with a purchase price between $500 and $1,500, artists should register by requesting the full information package and submission form by emailing open.calls@centralhealth.nl.ca.

The process will be as follows: 

1. Interested artists register for the opportunity by sending an email to: open.calls@centralhealth.nl.ca no later than February 22, 2024 at 4pm, NST. 

2. Once the February 22 deadline to register has passed, all registered artists will receive the full information package via email and submission instructions via email. 

3. Registered artists will then have three weeks to submit their artworks for consideration (deadline: March 15, 2024).

Please note, artists who have not registered by the deadline of February 22 at 4pm NST will not be eligible to submit their artworks for consideration. 

Public Information Session

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
New Mental Adult Health and Addictions Facility, St. John’s
Public Information Session

Work building the new Mental Health & Addictions Centre is well underway. The vision for the new facility is to be a beacon, a guiding light that resonates with clients, families, staff, and community partners.

In Canada and around the world, integrating visual art experiences within hospital settings is increasingly recognized as a measurable improvement to therapeutic environments, in the context of mental health facilities. NL Health Services plans to include many works of art by artists from our communities in this important new building. 

The Project Team will be seeking submissions of 2D artworks including drawing, paintings, photographs, and original prints (serigraphy, intaglio, lithography, etc) on archival materials, as well as textiles, encaustic work, or other low-relief artworks that are able to be mounted and framed.

Artists will be invited to submit up to five works between 18” and 48” wide, with a purchase price between $500 and $1,500 each. 

A public information session will be held regarding this opportunity on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 10am.  Please email open.calls@centralhealth.nl.ca to receive the link to join.

Call for Artists and Creators – Murals, Digital Artworks, and Reproductions

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services – New Mental Adult Health and Addictions Facility, St. John’s

Please note: A public information session will be held regarding these opportunities on Wednesday, Oct 18th at 9am. Please email open.calls@centralhealth.nl.ca to register and receive the link to join.

The New Adult Mental Health & Addictions facility is scheduled to open in late fall 2024. The vision for the new facility is to be a beacon, a guiding light that resonates with clients, families, staff, and community partners.

In Canada and around the world, integrating visual art experiences within hospital settings is increasingly recognized as a measurable improvement to therapeutic environments, in the context of mental health facilities. NL Health Services plans to include many works of art by artists from our communities in this important new building.

This Request for Proposals is for eleven (11) murals (digital and/or painted), one (1) three-screen digital artwork, and twenty (20) digital artwork reproductions.

If you are an artist or creator who makes digital artworks, screen-based art, and/or paints murals, please read the full RFP* at: https://www.merx.com/public/solicitations/2641011952/abstract

The deadline for applications is Nov 16, 2023. For more details, including budgetary information, please read the full RFP.

*To view more information about the MERX platform and its features, please visit www.merx.com/public/Help to watch more online tutorials. This portal is free to use, but does require users to create an account and login.

If you have questions about the application process, or how to use the Merx system to apply, please contact: open.calls@centralhealth.nl.ca

Public Artwork Opportunity for Artists and Creators

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services – New Mental Adult Health and Addictions Facility, St. John’s

The New Adult Mental Health & Addictions facility is scheduled to open in late fall 2024. The vision for the new facility is to be a beacon, a guiding light that resonates with clients, families, staff, and community partners.

In Canada and around the world, integrating visual art experiences within hospital settings is increasingly recognized as a measurable improvement to therapeutic environments, in the context of mental health facilities. NL Health Services plans to include many works of art by artists from our communities in this important new building.

This Request for Proposals is for a central 3D Suspended Artwork for the main atrium of the facility.

If you are an artist or creator who makes large artworks that would be suitable to be included, please read the full RFP* at: https://www.merx.com/public/solicitations/2639645064/abstract

The deadline for this opportunity is Nov 30, 2023. For full details, including budgetary information, please read the full RFP.

*To view more information about the MERX platform and its features, please visit www.merx.com/public/Help to watch more online tutorials. This portal is free to use, but does require users to create an account and login.

If you have questions about the application process, or how to use the Merx system to apply, please contact: open.calls@centralhealth.nl.ca

Call for Selection Committee Members – Public Artworks

Are you passionate about public art? Consider joining us!

Business and Arts NL works with partners in the public and private sectors to help them commission artworks. The selection process for public artworks must include voices from a broad range of stakeholders, including the client, other stakeholders who best represent the people likely to engage with the artwork(s) on a daily basis, and professional artists.

We are seeking visual artists and curators interested in joining selection committees for one of Business and Arts’ public art projects in 2023-2024.

Business and Arts NL is committed to paying artist fees in accordance with CARFAC’s guidelines. Depending on the number of applications for a given project, this usually means a half-day consultation rate of $335, or a full-day consultation rate of $591.

Interested in joining us? Please submit a CV and a statement of interest (written or video) as follows:

Written and video submissions should address the following:

• Why are you interested in this opportunity?

• Why are you qualified to contribute in this manner?

• What will you contribute to the collaborative conversation involved in making these decisions?

Video submissions should last no longer than 6 minutes. Assessors will not listen past the 6-minute mark. 

Please submit your applications to: info@businessandartsnl.com no later than June 5, 2023.

Call for Submissions – Explore Art NL, 2023 Art Car

How would you like to see your art on the move?

Business & Arts NL has teamed up with MINI St. John’s to offer an exciting opportunity!

Call for submissions

Are you an illustrator, graphic designer and/or a visual artist with a strong graphic aesthetic? We’re looking for you to produce scalable digital art that will be printed on vinyl and wrapped around a white, 2023 MINI Countryman. Your art will be seen by thousands throughout the City of St. John’s and surrounding areas, and on social media!

This is the second Art Car collaboration – check out the Genesis GV 80 Art Car designed by Vanessa Iddon in 2021.

Interested? Please submit: 

• 3 images of your work

• A description of your proposed vision for the car – we welcome submissions of new or previously created work (250 words max)

• A 200-word bio

• A link to your website or portfolio

We are looking for a design that is colourful and bold. Check out our FAQ below for more information.

The selected artist will be invited to design an Art Car to help spread the word about Business and Arts NL’s Explore Art NL public art app. The back window design (provided by Business and Arts) will include messaging about the app. 

Our mission is simple: We want to use the MINI Countryman as a canvas to create a work of public art and showcase as much creativity as possible.

What’s In It For You:

• An artist fee of $2,000

• An artist credit printed on the vehicle itself

• You and your work will also be featured on our website, social media and through our marketing initiatives.

Timeline:

• Submission deadline: Thursday, April 13 by 11:59  pm

• The successful candidate will be contacted by April 21.

• Artist files for the final design will be completed by May 25th.

• The car will be wrapped and hitting the streets by mid-June!

This project is made possible with the generous support of MINI St. John’s.

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FAQS:

• Is there a specific theme or guidelines to follow when submitting?

  Our submission is wide open! We encourage artists to consider how their style would look wrapped around the different panels and surfaces of a vehicle. The end result will need to be an artwork that works effectively as a seamless and continuous wrap that follows the contours of the car including the roof, sides, hood and trunk. Reference the images here. All windows will remain clear except the back, which will include credits and sponsor logos.

• We recommend avoiding text as it may be difficult to read when wrapped around the car.

  Still not sure what we’re after? Take a look at the BMW Art Car Collection, which helped inspire this project.

• Eligibility

  This call is open to NL-based creatives only. The selected artist will be provided with the printer’s specs and is responsible for setting up the files so they are production-ready. 

• Is there a limit on the number of pieces I can submit?

  Yes, 3 samples of work that demonstrate your ability to produce digital work and creative style. We also encourage you to provide a link to your website or Instagram page to give jurors the opportunity to view a broader range of your work as well. 

• What format should I be submitting in?

  Please submit your application as a single PDF under 10 MB.

• Do you accept photography or painting submissions?

  Due to the large size and nature of the vehicle wrap process, we are only accepting artists or designers who are proficient in working with vector-based software to produce scalable work that they can adapt to the individual panels. The selected artist will be provided with the printer’s specs and is responsible for setting up the files so they are production-ready.  

Questions?

Please contact hazel@businessandartsnl.com. We will get back to you within 2 business days.

Call for Selection Committee Members – Quidi Vidi Art Search

The Quidi Vidi Art Search is a public art project involving 4 new artwork commissions and/or acquisitions by 4 local businesses, including Quidi Vidi Artisan Studios, Mallard Cottage, Quidi Vidi Brewery, and the East Coast Trail Association.

The Art Search fosters the creation of new cultural infrastructure, reinforcing a unique sense of place. It also provides an opportunity for artists to have their work showcased in a novel way, and for local businesses to demonstrate how they value local arts and culture.

Artworks commissioned or procured for the Quidi Vidi Art Search are permanent outdoor installations. The processes and materials used in the selected artworks are expected to withstand typical year-round weather conditions. We are looking for artwork with little to no maintenance requirements. Designs should also consider public use and safety.

We are seeking visual artists, curators, art writers, and academics to join us as part of a selection committee, alongside project partners and Business and Arts staff to:

• Review the submissions.

• Discuss which works are eligible according to the given criteria and the site specifics.

• Share your thoughts about how we can drive engagement with public art, foster learning and respect for diverse artistic practices, and recommend an artist proposal for the proposed site. 

Business and Arts NL is committed to paying artist fees in accordance with CARFAC’s guidelines. Committee members will be paid $335 for a half-day’s consultation, including reviewing the applications in advance and a 90 minute meeting. 

Interested in joining us? Please submit a CV and a statement of interest (written or video) as follows:

Written and video submissions should address the following:

• Why are you interested in this opportunity?

• Why are you qualified to contribute in this manner?

• What makes for a great piece of public art? 

Video submissions should last no longer than 5 minutes. Assessors will not listen past the 5-minute mark. 

Please submit your applications to: programs@businessandartsnl.com no later than December 6, 2022.

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FAQ’s

• How are works being proposed for consideration?

  The submission form, including what information is being collected about proposed works can be found here. We expect no more than 6 applications per site. 

• What’s your timeline like?

  Once committee members have been selected, we’ll give you one-two weeks to review the materials, and then set a committee meeting in mid December.

• How many committee members will there be?

  We’re seeking 4 individuals, one for each site, to join the project curator, two Business and Arts staff members, as well as the site stakeholders. 

Questions?

Contact Lynn at programs@businessandartsnl.com

Call for Submissions - Quidi Vidi Art Search

Quidi Vidi Village is a unique neighbourhood, minutes from downtown St. John’s, nestled against the ocean. There are several businesses in the area, each with a unique point of view and a different clientele.

The Quidi Vidi Art Search is a public art project involving 4 new artwork commissions and/or acquisitions by 4 local businesses, including Quidi Vidi Artisan Studios, Mallard Cottage, Quidi Vidi Brewery, and the East Coast Trail Association.

The Art Search will foster the creation of new cultural infrastructure, reinforcing a unique sense of place. It also provides an opportunity for artists to have their work showcased in a novel way, and for local businesses to demonstrate how they value local arts and culture.

In the following, each participating business has worked with Business & Arts NL to create a project brief outlining the scope of artwork they are interested in, with further information about the project site and contact information.

Artworks commissioned or procured during this process are all permanent outdoor installations. The processes and materials used in the selected artworks are expected to withstand typical year-round weather conditions. We are looking for artwork with little to no maintenance requirements. Please include any relevant information about artwork durability and maintenance  in your proposal. Designs should also consider public use and safety.

Timeline

Submissions must be received no later than December 8th at 11:59pm. 

The selection committee (business operator, a representative from Business & Arts NL, as well as representatives from the visual arts community) will make selections by December 20, 2022. 

A representative from the City of St. John’s will review proposals to ensure that any maintenance costs to be incurred by the City are deemed manageable before final selections are made.

The successful applicants will be notified by January 13, 2023. 

Turnaround time for production and/or delivery of final artworks will be agreed upon with the selected artists with all work completed and delivered by April 21, 2023. The launch event will take place on May 20th 2023, with professional installations happening throughout the latter part of April into May. 

Business & Arts NL believes that diversity strengthens and enriches us, and we are committed to helping make our province a more diverse and equitable place. Indigenous artists, artists from racialized communities, and artists from other equity-seeking groups are welcome and encouraged to apply. If you wish to self-identify, please do so in your expression of interest.

Submission Process

To apply, please compile the following information in a single PDF document per proposal. 

If applying for multiple sites, please submit separate PDF submissions. 

• For new commissions: 

  1. Indicate the site/business 

  2. A description and/or sketch of your vision for the art you would create, including anticipated dimensions, weight, materials, and processes 

  3. A short description in response to how your proposed artwork fits the brief

  4. A short description of your prior experience with outdoor public artworks 

  5. Any relevant information about durability in an outdoor public context, specifically maintenance considerations  

  6. Project budget (materials, production, artist fees) 

  7. 3 images of relevant previous work 

  8. CV (max 2 pages) 

  9. 200-word bio 

  10. Link to your website or online portfolio 

• For existing works: 

  1. Indicate the site/business 

  2. Dimensions, weight, and images of the existing work

  3. A short description in response to how this artwork fits the brief

  4. A short description of your prior experience with outdoor public artworks 

  5. Any relevant information about durability in an outdoor public context, specifically maintenance considerations 

  6. 3 images of relevant previous work 

  7. CV (max 2 pages) 

  8. 200-word bio 

  9. Link to your website or online portfolio 

Send submissions to Lynn Panting at programs@businessandartsnl.com

FAQs

Can I see the space where these works will be displayed?

Please see the individual business briefs for details on artwork placements, GPS coordinates, and site photos. 

Who is eligible to apply? 

This opportunity is open to artists who are from, or are currently living in, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Will you accept group submissions?

Yes! We would love to see proposals from groups or artists working together to present a shared vision. 

Is there a limit on the number of proposals I can submit?

There is no limit to the number of proposals that may be submitted, but incomplete applications may not be considered. 

What format should I be submitting in?

Each proposal must be submitted as a single PDF package. 

How will these artworks be protected from wear and tear?

In addition to artistic merit and impact, the described durability will be a factor in the selection process. Each individual business will be the owner of the artwork that they purchase or commission, and maintenance will be their responsibility. Maintenance expectations will be outlined in the artist contract. 

Questions?

Contact Lynn @ programs@businessandartsnl.com 

Quidi Vidi Art Search 

Project Brief #1

GPS: 47.582999, -52.677229

The East Coast Trail Association is seeking to commission or procure a permanent outdoor artwork to mark the trailhead of Sugarloaf Path, which is easily missed by tourists and new trail users.

The artwork may respond to themes such as erosion, land use, Indigeneity, local histories, walking, berry picking, and weather, amongst other relevant ideas connected to the popular trail network. Artists should consider logistical considerations such as maintenance and safety when developing a proposal. 

Location:  

The intent of the artwork is to be a visible trail marker, and would ideally be placed beside the path leading up to the official trail sign, visible from the parking area and from across the river. There is an area that regularly experiences erosion, which will not be used as a site location. The City of St. John’s will need to sign off on final placement. If you have a specific location in mind, please express this in your proposal.  

Materials and Production: 

The East Coast Trail Association prioritizes Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability in their trail management and associated projects. Ideally, all natural or recycled materials would be used in the production of the artwork. The association is imagining a sculpture for this site. Materials used should be able to withstand year-round conditions.  

Artist Fee: 

$10,000 (including production costs) 

Turnaround time for production and/or delivery of final artworks will be agreed upon with the selected artists with all work completed and delivered by April 21, 2023. The launch event will take place on May 20th 2023, with installation happening throughout the latter part of April and into May. 

Professional artwork installation will be arranged and provided by Business & Arts NL.

Consultation with Public Works, City of St. John’s, may be required. 

Quidi Vidi Art Search 

Project Brief #2

GPS: 47.5821458, -52.67795004

Quidi Vidi Village Artisan Studios (QVVAS) is seeking to commission or procure a permanent outdoor sculpture that can be both a standalone sculpture and a structure for future temporary textile installations. Once the permanent sculpture is in place, QVVAS will circulate a call for temporary textile projects, such as yarn-bombing, to be installed on the sculpture. 

QVVAS is envisioning a dory-inspired sculpture, but is open to other suggestions that could be relevant to the site, which is by the harbour. Artists should consider logistical considerations such as maintenance and safety when developing a proposal. 

Location:

There is a site currently filled with rocks adjacent to a pedestrian area, directly in front of the main entrance, and across from The Wharf public picnic area. The procured artwork would be installed in the rocky area, pending permission from the City of St. John’s. 

Materials and Production: 

Materials used should be able to withstand year-round conditions, including salt spray from the harbour.  

Artist Fee: 

$10,000 (including production costs) 

Turnaround time for production and/or delivery of final artworks will be agreed upon with the selected artists with all work completed and delivered by April 21, 2023. The launch event will take place on May 20th 2023, with installation happening throughout the latter part of April and into May. 

Professional artwork installation will be arranged and provided by Business & Arts NL.

Consultation with Public Works, City of St. John’s, may be required. 

Quidi Vidi Art Search 

Project Brief #3

GPS: 47.581689484, -52.67857969

Mallard Cottage is seeking to commission or procure a permanent outdoor artwork to be installed in the garden area in front of The Inn. 

To fit with Mallard Cottage’s aesthetic and product line, artists may consider themes or imagery responding to traditional foodways, Newfoundland and Labrador flora and fauna, and rustic experiences of place and culture. 

Location:

Ornamental garden in front of Mallard Inn, visible from Barrows Road. 

Materials and Production: 

Materials used should be able to withstand year-round conditions. 

Artist Fee: 

$10,000 (including production costs)  

Turnaround time for production and/or delivery of final artworks will be agreed upon with the selected artists with all work completed and delivered by April 21, 2023. The launch event will take place on May 20th 2023, with installation happening throughout the latter part of April and into May. 

Professional artwork installation will be arranged and provided by Business & Arts NL.

Consultation with Public Works, City of St. John’s, may be required. 

Quidi Vidi Art Search 

Project Brief #4

GPS: 47.58144715, -52.676010459

Quidi Vidi Brewery (QVB) is seeking to commission a permanent outdoor artwork that can function both as an iconic permanent piece marking visitors arrival at QVB, and as a wayfinding gate, directing traffic into the taproom and away from the loading dock.

The artwork gate would be approximately 7 to 8 feet tall, and 10-12 feet wide, blocking the view of the dockyard and avoiding confusion from patrons looking for the main entrance. 

Potential concept prompts could include icebergs, local landscapes, and imagery referencing iconic QVB products. The artwork will become a permanent part of the sense of arrival at QVB and will resolve a current wayfinding problem. 

Location:

Towards the main entrance of the taproom, QVB currently has a temporary gate that can be opened for deliveries and closed to divert customer traffic away from the loading dock, and down to the taproom. The artwork gate would replace this system. 

Materials and Production: 

Materials used should be able to withstand year-round conditions. Extra durability is considered an asset to a proposal, considering the functional nature of this particular commission. The artwork could take a mural and/or sculptural approach, but it must be able to function as a gate. The selected artist will meet with QVB management to plan the functionality of the gate including approving any materials, and QVB will provide the agreed upon infrastructure (e.g., posts, hinges, any automated features, etc.). The primary surface of the gate is the artist’s responsibility within their project budget.  

Artist Fee: 

$10,000 (including production costs, not including functional gate infrastructure or additional costs incurred by the artist during technical consultations with Business & Arts NL or QVB) 

Administrative Fee:

$1,200 

Additional communications and consultation with QVB around functionality will be required for this project. 

Turnaround time for production and/or delivery of final artworks will be agreed upon with the selected artists with all work completed and delivered by April 21, 2023. The launch event will take place on May 20th 2023, with installation happening throughout the latter part of April and into May. 

Professional artwork installation will be arranged and provided by Business & Arts NL.

Consultation with Public Works, City of St. John’s, may be required. 

Explore Art NL – Art Car

How would you like to see your art on the move?

Business & Arts NL has teamed up with Genesis St. John’s to offer an exciting opportunity!

Call for Submissions

Are you an NL illustrator, graphic designer and/or a visual artist with a strong graphic aesthetic? We’re looking for you to produce scalable vector-based art that will be printed on vinyl and wrapped around a white 2021 Genesis GV80. Your art will be seen by thousands throughout the City of St. John’s and surrounding areas, and on social media! 

Interested? Please submit: 

• 3 images of your work (We encourage artists to submit samples of work that has already been produced.)

• A 200-word bio 

• A link to your website or portfolio through the submission form below.

We are looking for a design that is colourful and bold. Check out our FAQ below for more information.

The selected artist will be invited to design an Art Car to help announce Business and Arts NL’s Explore Art NL public art app launching this summer. 

Our mission is simple: We want to use the Genesis GV80 as a canvas to create a work of public art and showcase as much creativity as possible. 

What’s In It For You:

• An artist fee of $2,000 

• An artist credit printed on the vehicle itself

• You and your work will also be featured on our website, social media and through our marketing initiatives. 

Timeline:

• Submission deadline: Thursday, July 22 by 11:59  pm

• The successful candidate will be contacted by July 26.

• The car will be wrapped and hitting the streets by mid-August.

SUBMIT HERE

FAQS:

Is there a specific theme or guidelines to follow when submitting?

Our submission is wide open! We encourage artists to consider how their style would look wrapped around the different panels and surfaces of a vehicle. The end result will need to be an artwork that works effectively as a seamless and continuous wrap that follows the contours of the car including the roof, sides, hood and truck. Reference the photos above. Anything that is white will be wrapped! All windows will remain clear except the back, which will include credits and sponsor logos.

We recommend avoiding text as it may be difficult to read when wrapped around the car.

Still not sure what we’re after? Take a look at the BMW Art Car Collection, which helped inspire this project.

Eligibility

This call is open to NL-based creatives only. The selected artist will be provided with the printer’s specs and is responsible for setting up the files so they are production-ready.  

Is there a limit on the number of pieces I can submit?

Yes, 3 samples of work that demonstrate your ability to produce vector-based work and creative style. We also encourage you to provide a link to your website or Instagram page to give jurors the opportunity to view a broader range of your work as well. 

What format should I be submitting in?

JPGs under 10MB. Please label each file with the following format 01_Artists_Name

Do you accept photography or painting submissions?

Due to the large size and nature of the vehicle wrap process, we are only accepting artists or designers who are proficient in working with vector-based software to produce a scalable work that they can adapt to the individual panels.

Questions?

Please contact hazel@businessandartsnl.com. We will get back to you within 2 business days.

Call for Submissions: “Art Upon Arrival” @ St. John’s International Airport

The St. John’s International Airport is embarking on a project to boldly impact travellers’ sense of arrival in Newfoundland and Labrador when they touch down in St. John’s. We want to transform our baggage collection area into a bright, welcoming space by commissioning art to be wrapped around 8 large columns throughout this central thoroughfare for all passengers arriving in St. John’s.  

We want travellers to know where they are, and feel welcome and at home as soon as they arrive. We are looking for designs that are bright and help reflect the visceral feeling of arriving in Newfoundland and Labrador.  Our goal is to commission artworks that engender these feelings, while still allowing the individuality of an artist’s voice to shine through. It’s okay to think beyond the old clichés – unexpected imagery around what this sense of arrival means to you is encouraged. 

Are you an illustrator, graphic designer and/or a visual artist with a strong graphic aesthetic? We’re looking for an artist, or group of artists, to produce scalable vector-based art that will be printed on vinyl and wrapped around these columns, each of which is 98” x 40” and approx. 78” in diameter, with a small vertical gap or seam. 

Selected artworks will be seen by over a million passengers and up to 5 million local “meeters and greeters” passing through the airport each year.   

Artist fee: $ 23,200, or $2,900 per column. 

If a group of artists are selected for this contract, the artist fee will be divided at a rate of $2,900 per column, or in the case of collaborative works, the full $23,200 artist fee will be divided fairly in consultation with the artist group.    

St. John’s International Airport Authority will cover costs for printing and installation of the final works. There may be future opportunities to promote the work and the airport through licensed copies, to be negotiated at a future date. 

Interested? Please submit: 

• 3 images of your previous work 

• A description of your vision for the art you would create to cover these columns, and a brief description of your prior experience with vector-based artworks 

• A 200-word biography 

• A link to your website or portfolio

Please also indicate in your application if you would consider sharing the commission with another artist. For example, if the jury felt that two strong submissions were complementary to each other, and achieved more together than separately, the artists may be offered to share the commission.

Submissions should be sent to: ahenderson@businessandartsnl.com.

Timeline:

Submissions must be received no later than July 15th at 11:59pm. 

The selection committee (including staff from the Airport, a representative from Business and Arts NL, as well as representatives from the visual arts community) will make selections by July 22. 

The successful applicant or group will be notified by July 26. 

Turnaround time for production of final artwork files will be agreed upon with the selected artist, but the Airport is hoping, at the latest, for an October installation and public event to celebrate the artworks. 

Interested in learning more about this opportunity, or walking through the space? Join Airport Staff and Business and Arts NL for a site walk through and Q&A on Tuesday, July 5, at 11am. Please register in advance by emailing ahenderson@businessandartsnl.com. Applicants who aren’t within driving distance to the airport are welcome to reach out with questions individually. 

Business and Arts NL believes that diversity strengthens and enriches us, and we are committed to helping to make our province a more diverse and equitable place. Indigenous artists, artists from racialized communities, and artists from other equity-seeking groups are welcome and encouraged to apply. If you wish to self-identify, please do so in your expression of interest. 

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I see the space where these works will be displayed?

Sure. You can come to a site walkthrough for interested artists on Tuesday, July 5 at 11am. Here are some pictures of the site, as well: 

Is this opportunity open only to artists who are from, or live permanently, in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Yes.

Do I submit one concept to be replicated eight times, or eight different designs?

Each column will have a different image on it – please submit ideas for eight different images that work together as a set. 

Will you accept group submissions?

Yes! We would love to see proposals from groups or artists working together to present a shared vision of this concept, highlighting individual styles and perspectives from within the group. 

Can I submit pre-existing works to be included in the final commission?

Yes, if you have some of your original work at your fingertips that you feel would work wrapped around these columns to create the impact we’re looking for, by all means, please submit them. The final works could also be a combination of pre-existing and new works, or all new works.

Can I submit pre-existing works to be included in the final commission that have previously been commercially produced (ie. wallpaper, prints, etc)?

Yes! Feel free to submit any works that fit the given theme, provided they are your original works and you are the copyright holder. 

Is there a limit on the number of pieces I can submit?

Yes, 3 samples of work that demonstrate your ability to produce vector-based work and creative style. We also encourage you to provide a link to your website or Instagram page to give jurors the opportunity to view a broader range of your work as well. 

What format should I be submitting in?

JPGs under 5MB

Do you accept photography or painting submissions?

Due to the large size and nature of the wrap process, we are only accepting artists or designers who are proficient in working with vector-based software to produce a scalable work that they can wrap around the columns. The selected artist(s) will be provided with the printer’s specs and will be responsible for setting up the files so they are production-ready.  

If my art is selected, should I expect to have to submit mock ups for approval, or make changes to my files once I’ve completed them?

The committee will ask to see a rough mock-up of your concept for approval before delivery of final files. Following that, minor formatting adjustments may need to be made in order to tweak designs for the perfect fit on the columns. Other than this, we expect to give you the artistic freedom and integrity to create the designs as you see fit. 

How will these artworks be protected from wear and tear?

The artworks are being installed in the top 8 ft 1in of the column, under which is a brushed metal base that is able to withstand bumps and contact from luggage carts, suitcases etc. This choice has been made intentionally, in order to prevent serious wear and tear to the bottom of the artwork. However members of the public will still be able to touch the works. See pictures of the columns above. The materials used for installation will be resistant to colour fading, durable to any normal wear, and the adhesive will be suitable for a natural life of a minimum of 10  years.

Is the column installation a permanent addition to the baggage area? What is the protocol regarding damage, re-prints, or other changes that could impact the column installation? 

The Airport retains permission to reprint and re-install the artworks in their original locations for up to 10 years, at no extra cost, in order to maintain the integrity of the artworks should any substantial damage ensue. 

Questions?

Contact Amy @ ahenderson@businessandartsnl.com 

Call for Submissions – Labrador Grenfell Health – Tree of Hope Project

Labrador-Grenfell Health is seeking an artist or painter in our community to create a mural in the Multi-purpose Room in the Mental Health Unit at the Labrador Grenfell Health Centre in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, slated to open in early summer, 2022. 

This is part of a larger-scale project, to include artworks in all mental health and addictions inpatient units across the province. Artworks in this program will:

1. Honour the voices of individuals and family members’ experiences with mental illness and substance use disorders

2. Actively incorporate the perspectives of Indigenous, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, disability and migrant perspectives

3. Increase visual connections to land, place, nature and/or human experience as a means of stress and aggression reduction

4. Connect staff, patients and visitors within the facility to images of life and communities across the province

5. Encourage conversation and knowledge exchange

6. Engage the community at large and promote these facilities as a space that promotes the integration between arts, science, and wellness

7. Enhance the health centre experience with the healing power of art

8. Interpret the sensory and restorative aspects of the natural world

9. Be of high quality

10. Make the health centre feel less institutional and more welcoming

This mural will be the centrepoint of the Multipurpose Room, a circular meeting room that will be used for group therapy sessions, cultural activities, and informal gatherings. The room is meant to be a strong, spiritual, healing space and a place that represents the North in its design and feeling. It will feature a wooden ceiling, windows placed in a pattern to represent the northern lights, and walls painted “Labrador Blue” – just like the sky on a “large Labrador day”, in springtime out on the land. 

This mural itself will:

• Feature a tree, an important symbol of growth and hope for the future.

• Fill a wall of 2.7 m x 3.65 m

• Feature a participatory element, designed and facilitated by the selected artist. The Mental Health Unit Committee envisions a participatory aspect involving having staff, administrators, and other community members each paint a natural element (for example, butterflies, birds, flowers etc.) as part of the mural.  This project will help signify the sense of community surrounding the Centre, and will contribute to a sense of whimsy and a relaxed atmosphere in the room. 

We are seeking someone who:

• Has experience painting public murals or large paintings

• Is able to lead a community artwork project to complement the mural

Artist fee: $5,500 including the cost of materials

Interested applicants should submit: 

3 images of your work, 

a 200-word summary of your relevant experience,

and

a brief description (100-200 words) of your vision for the project, including how you would propose to facilitate the community engagement portion

to: info@businessandartsnl.com, no later than April 30, 2022. 

Selection Process

The selection committee will include members of the Mental Health Unit Committee, and a representative from the arts community. 

The committee will or reach out for additional information and materials from candidates whom they feel will create artwork with the right look and feel for the space, do a good job of facilitating the community involvement element of the project, and keep this work rooted in the local community, and the experiences of those living with mental illness and substance abuse disorders.  

FAQ’s

Who is qualified to apply?

We are inviting community members with art or painting experience to apply. This opportunity is intended for a capable artist who is drawn to this project concept, regardless of their status as a “professional artist” or not. All artists with connections to our community are warmly invited to apply, including hobby artists, emerging artists, and professional artists. 

Any experience creating large-scale paintings will be considered an asset, such as public murals, decorative wall paintings in children’s bedrooms, large-scale rock art or folk art, or any other relevant large-scale painting project.   

What format should I be submitting in?

JPGs (under 5MB) submitted by email are preferable. Reach out to info@businessandartsnl.com or call Amy at (709) 745 1611 if you would like to submit in another format. 

When will the painting of the mural take place?

According to current construction timelines, this will take place sometime in late May or early June. 

Is there a limit on the number of pieces I can submit?

Yes, 3 samples of work that demonstrate your painting style would be appreciated. If available, we also encourage you to provide a link to your website, or Facebook / Instagram page to give jurors the opportunity to view a broader range of your work as well. 

Questions?

Contact Amy @ ahenderson@businessandartsnl.com