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New Call for Public Art @ the Exchange

6 April 2022

Continuing with our wish that this facility both contribute to the vibrancy of the neighbourhood and also provide spaces for artists to showcase their work. The City of Niagara Falls Culture Division is excited to put out a new call for a digital mural to span the Market building facing Main Street.

Artists are encouraged to read all the guidelines and details on our Calls page

This is a Provincial two-stage competition for professional artists as per the Canada Council’s guidelines.

Proposals are encouraged from Artists and Artist-Led Teams who have experience in creating large scale works and the technical skills to provide the work in a digital format suitable for large scale reproduction. The City of Niagara Falls will be responsible for printing the mural onto aluminum composite panels and installation.

Artists will be selected by a Jury through a two-stage process involving a written statement of approach and qualifications, followed by submission of a detailed final artwork by short-listed Artists. The short-listed artwork can be created in any medium but must be provided as high resolution digital files suitable for large format printing. Final proposal can be illustrated, painted, digital, photographic, collaged or any artwork that can be reproduced two-dimensionally/ digitally.

Award: $7,500 Short-listed applicants completing a stage two submission will receive $500.

Stage 1 Submission Deadline:

Monday May 2, 2022 11:59pm

Artist Information Meeting:

Tuesday April 19, 2022 5pm via Zoom

Artists are invited to view a presentation on the adjudication process and submission requirements. This is not a mandatory meeting.

SUBMISSION FORM HERE.