Artists, creatives, and organizations of all artistic disciplines are invited to submit proposals for Open Spaces 2018, a nine-week, city-wide arts event. If you have an artistic concept, a new project or collaboration, Open Spaces may be the platform for you. Applications will be accepted through January 31, 2018 (5PM, CST). Click here to apply.
For questions, please email Open Spaces Project Manager Lea Petrie at lea@openspaceskc.com.
Art in the Loop Foundation (AILF) is seeking artists to engage the Downtown Kansas City community through a series of art installations and performances in the center of Downtown Kansas City from May 1 through September 30, 2018.
The goal of the Art in the Loop Project is to infuse the center of Downtown Kansas City with innovative and engaging temporary art that will refresh, intrigue and surprise our audience of Downtown employees, residents and visitors. Equally important, the project will also create an opportunity for local emerging and established artists to extend their practice into the Downtown environment with curatorial, professional and logistical support.
The theme for our 2018 project is “KC PLAYS!” How can play elicit happiness, friendship, excitement, humor and problem-solving through the lens of temporary art installations and performances? Play is evident at the base of every truly creative art expression. Taking inspiration from the president of the American Association for the Child’s Right to Play and professor at Hofstra University, Dr. Rhonda Clements, says, “It is important to maintain a healthy sense of play throughout childhood and into adulthood. Our complex society requires clear thinkers, playful attitudes, humor and creativity for complex problem-solving.” We are looking for artists to infuse our city with Play!!
Sites for proposed artwork include KC Streetcar, West Terrace Park and Kansas City Public Library. Stipends will range from $500 to $5,000.
Applications are due February 9, 11:59 p.m.
Click here to read the full guidelines.
Interested in learning more?
Join us for an Information Session:
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
6:30 p.m.
Charlotte Street Foundation, Neighborhood Artist Residency
4001 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri 64110
Register here for this free information session: https://2018artintheloop.eventbrite.com
The Box Gallery and the Art in the Loop Foundation (AILF) are seeking a talented individual to assist both art programs. The shared position will assist The Box Gallery with exhibitions, marketing and communications. The position will also assist Art in the Loop with the implementation of temporary public art installation and performance projects in collaboration with their partner organizations the Downtown Council (DTC), the Downtown Community Improvement District (DCID) and the City of Kansas City, Missouri. This is the perfect opportunity to gain experience in art administration and project management.
A stipend will be provided at the completion of the internship. We will work to create a valuable experience for the intern that includes mentorship and the development of skills and knowledge that will benefit you in the future.
Arts Intern – Responsibilities
The ideal candidate should possess:
The intern will need will need access to:
When:
The internship can be divided into 3 sessions:
Session 1: Jan – April
Session 2: May – Aug
Session 3: Sep – Dec
10+ hours per week (hours may vary.)
This intern must be able to work collaboratively and efficiently with others and is expected to support events. This intern should have strong communication skills. The intern meets weekly to discuss assignments and progress with staff.
Stipend: A stipend will be paid on completion of each intern session
Apply: Please send a letter of interest, resume and brief writing sample to Ann Holliday, Director of Arts Initiatives, ann@downtownkc.org. No calls please.
Learn more:
www.artintheloop.com
www.theboxgallery.org