Cannonball Arts Open Call

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Cannonball Arts is a new contemporary art center in downtown Seattle, developed by the creators of Out of Sight, Museum of Museums, and Bumbershoot Arts + Music Festival, in partnership with the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe. Spanning 66,000 square feet, the center aims to exhibit and celebrate artists across various disciplines, mediums, and genres. In preparation for its 2025 opening, Cannonball Arts has announced 20 open calls for West Coast artists and curators, focusing on bold and unconventional ideas.

Information & Application Details:

  • Deadlines:

    • Group 2 (Applications 4-10): February 15, 2025
    • Group 3 (Applications 11-17): March 15, 2025
    • Group 4 (Applications 18-20): Open deadline
  • Open to multiple categories, including sculpture, installation, animation, performance, VR, and indigenous art.
  • Artists can apply to multiple categories.
  • Winners will be notified within 30 days of the deadline.
  • Applications must be submitted through the official online form.
  • No stated application or participation fee.

 

Eligibility:

  • Open to West Coast artists and curators.
  • Some categories are specifically for Indigenous artists (e.g., Indigenous Canoe Carving).

 

Theme:
Cannonball Arts seeks bold, unconventional, and innovative ideas, emphasizing underrepresented artistic expressions that other institutions might not showcase.

Categories:

  • Floating Sculpture – Small floating sculptures (max 10”x10”x10”) for a pond exhibit. Stipend: $200-$400.
  • Elevator Installation – Art installations inside an elevator (78”x98”x106”). Stipend: $5,000.
  • Curated Group Exhibitions – Exhibition proposals for two 2,800 sq ft galleries. Budget: $5K–$25K.
  • Mini Fridge Sculptures – Artists modify functional mini fridges. Stipend: $500 + 70% commission on sales.
  • Electronics Department – Digital works (max 10 min) displayed on monitors. Stipend: $300.
  • Immersive Bathroom Installations – 10 bathroom stalls for immersive art. Stipend: $1,000 + $500 materials.
  • Merchandising Rack Installation – Art using preserved store racks. Budget: $3,000.
  • Large-Scale Installations & Sculpture – Expansive works up to 4,000 sq ft. Stipend: $10K–$30K.
  • Virtual Reality Dark Ride – VR-based ride experience. Stipend: $5K–$15K.
  • The Shoe Department – Conceptual, non-functional footwear as sculptures. Stipend: $100 per shoe.
  • Call to Animators – Seeking animators for festival programming. No stipend mentioned.
  • Soap Sculptures – Functional soap-based sculptures for sale. 70% artist commission.
  • Cannonball Idea Auctions (CIA) – Artists pitch unconventional project ideas for potential funding.
  • Indigenous Canoe Carving – Native artists carve traditional canoes. Grant: $5,000.
  • Figure Drawing Models – Live figure drawing sessions. Pay: $50/hr.
  • Garden of Letters & Confessions – Public literary installation with no compensation.
  • K12 Contemporary – Student art exhibitions curated by teachers. $500 supply credit per curator.

How to Apply:

  • Review available categories and choose relevant calls.
  • Submit a clear, well-communicated proposal via the official application form.
  • Include proof of ability to execute the project.
  • Deadlines vary by project group (Feb 15, March 15, and open deadlines for specific calls).

 

Submission Requirements:

  • Clear articulation of the artistic idea.
  • Visual renderings are optional but recommended.
  • Budget and execution plan details may be required depending on the project.

 

Selection Process:

  • Proposals reviewed based on creativity, feasibility, and alignment with Cannonball Arts’ mission.
  • Winners notified within 30 days of the deadline.
  • Some projects include juried selection processes (e.g., Cannonball Idea Auctions).

 

Program Benefits/Awards:

  • Stipends range from $200 to $30,000, depending on the project.
  • Exhibition opportunities at a high-profile contemporary art center.
  • Sales opportunities with a 70% artist commission.
  • Grants and financial support for select projects.
  • Paid internship and workforce development programs for emerging curators and art producers.

 

Contact & Resources:

 

Website link:

https://cannonballarts.com/

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