Call for Local Artists – 12 Design Commissions Available!

Eligibility:  Applicants must be a resident of Burlington, Ontario
Deadline:  August 21, 2020
Budget: $800 per commission

About
The Local Artist Program is dedicated to telling local stories using local talent. Each year, the City of Burlington public art program commissions local artists to create small to medium-scale artworks throughout the city. This can take a variety of forms including murals, small-scale sculptures and functional artwork such as bike racks and benches. These commissions are open exclusively to artists residing in Burlington, Ont.  Free professional development opportunities are available to assist artists with the application process and project development.

2020 Program
Art plays a powerful role in bringing people together to share common experiences and explore new ideas. Now, more than ever, artists share hope and inspiration in a time of crisis. The City of Burlington public art program invites local artists to submit digital artwork that will be reproduced and installed on traffic signal control boxes throughout the city. Artists are encouraged to submit artwork that focus on inspiring and uplifting the community during these challenging times. This artwork will form an urban art gallery that can be experienced by residents while still practicing appropriate social distancing.

Important!  Please download the full RFP for important project and application details.

RFP Documents:

Local Artist Program RFP

Electric Box Artwork Template

Artwork Placement Example