Short Description
Artville is an free annual visual arts festival featuring public art installations, contemporary art, The American Artisan Festival and immersive experiences highlighting the creative culture of Nashville.
Artville will take place at Walk of Fame Park in Downtown Nashville with art focused events in Wedgewood Houston, The Arcade/5th Ave of the Arts and the Neuhoff District in Germantown.
Eligibility
Applications can be submitted for large-scale 2D fiber-art installations, 3D art and sculpture projects, and Illumination/Projection Projects. Works should be created primarily for outdoor locations, but there will be some indoor spaces available as well, and preference will be given to large-scale projects.
Submission Requirements
Artist Statement
Project Proposal
Budget Overview
Site Preferences
Work Samples
Technical Requirements
How to Apply
Online Application
Program Benefits & Awards
Additionally, the Artville Best in Show awards will provide $10,000 in cash-prizes. There will be a public vote for the $3,000 Artville Community Award Winner. Two additional cash awards of $3,500 will be given to jury of local Artville Advisors including art curators, gallerists, and museum administrators recognizing outstanding works; one for Best in Show and one for Best Community Engagement Project.
Entry Fee
None
Location
Nashville, United States
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 4 June 2025
Website Link: https://artville.org/
