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CALL: Creative Time Open Call

Creative Time Open Call

We are currently accepting applications from NYC based emerging artists to propose a new public project. The selected artist will work closely with our team to produce the new work in spring/summer 2019. We’ll accept applications until January 18 at 11:59 PM.

This is an exciting opportunity for practicing artists to experiment in the public realm- and to produce ideas that can spark public dialogue and comment on a contemporary social issue.

About Creative Time’s Open Call 

Application Guidelines

Timeline:

December 10, 2018: Application window opens

January 18, 2019: Application window closes

Late January 2019: Shortlisted artists notified

February 2019: Artist selection announced

Spring/Summer 2019: Public artwork presented in New York City

Eligibility :

The open call is intended for emerging artists, regardless of age, at a critical career juncture in which the opportunity to experiment and receive resources from a major arts organization would be impactful. Please see the specific parameters of eligibility below:

-Artists must have experience conceiving and executing works or projects, but have not yet received a public art commission or substantial support from a major arts institution

-Artist must be over 21, and based in the New York City area

-Applicants cannot be currently enrolled in a degree program

Anyone who considers themselves an emerging artist is encouraged to apply.