Call for Artists & Entertainers

PARK - "Promoting Artists, Redefining Kulture” is a non-profit network organized by a group of young Calgarian artists. We promote and support fellow emerging artists in our community. PARK aims to provide spaces to give artists the opportunity to showcase their talents without charging vendor or commission fees. Our goal as an organization is to expand and encourage the development of art culture within our thriving metropolis.

PARKShow is a fashion, music and art show hosted annually. We are currently seeking artists and entertainers to showcase their talent during our event. PARKShow is an evening event being held at Palliser South; a modern downtown winter garden plaza, on Saturday, March 10, 2012. The event consists of a preshow art exhibition, local designers displaying their collection on the catwalk and live entertainment throughout the evening.

PARKShow 2012 is looking for artists and entertainers who think outside the box in a contemporary and edgy way. The theme; work that demonstrates inspiration from the following vocabulary: fragmented, patterned, geometric and futuristic.

PARK is currently accepting applications for the following:

Art Submissions:
PARK is looking for art submissions from all mediums and must include the following:
• A brief artist statement or resume
• Images of work to be at the show
• Title, Medium and dimensions of work
• Brief description of each piece (2-3 sentences maximum)
Deadline for submissions: Saturday, February 18, 2012.

Art Installation Proposals:
PARK is open to accepting proposals for an installation piece at 8th Avenue Place and must include the following:
• A brief artist statement or resume
• A detailed description of the installation idea, materials intended for use and sketches/photography to help visualize
• 3-5 images of past work which demonstrates competency to execute the installation
• Timeline required to complete installation in the space
Deadline for submissions: Saturday, January 28, 2012.

Entertainment Applications:
PARK is seeking live entertainment that will help to elevate the caliber of artistic stimulation being presented throughout the night. The type of entertainment is open and can range anything from dance, to spoken word, to music. Applications must include the following:
• A sample video or the like, of your act
• A brief artist/group statement or resume
Deadline for submissions: Saturday, February 18, 2012.

Applications (or inquiries) can be emailed to ourparkonline@gmail.com; Subject: 2012 PARKShow Submission

All applicants will be contacted after the submission deadline and may be asked to provide further information if required.

For more information about PARK please visit us online at ourparkonline.com or find us on www.facebook.com/ourPARKonline