Red Brick Center for the Arts

Call for Artist's Submissions

Call for Submissions

Aspen’s City Hall

The Red Brick Center for the Arts invites artists living in Colorado to submit up to 4 pieces of artworks to be considered for exhibition in Aspen's City Hall. Selected artworks will be exhibited for a two year period from spring 2023 - spring 2025. Artists will be awarded a stipend for their participation.

Due to issues on submission platform, the Deadline is EXTENDED through December 12th, 2022 at mid-night

Background:
In 2021, the City of Aspen opened its newly constructed City Hall which houses City Council Chambers, City office space, and community meeting rooms. The building has a modern design and combines bold structural elements such as a glass rotunda above a grand central staircase that allows natural light to spill down all three floors. Conveying Aspen ideals and emphasizing the natural environment, the building possesses a lower profile and integrates the use of natural materials for both exterior and interior finishes. A vibrant and active outdoor green space establishes a connectivity to adjacent civic commons and serves as a public park for all to enjoy. The multipurpose usage invites all of Aspen’s residents, customers, and visitors into the space to engage in the governmental process and community.

To further enhance the experience of this community asset and to celebrate and recognize the art and artists of Colorado, an art exhibition program was established. Artists are vital contributors to the cultural experiences and creative economy, and it is important to recognize and celebrate their work. In addition, artists offer unique perspectives on the issues of our time. Incorporating artwork into City Hall, offers those that work in the building and those that visit a chance to reflect on the ideas proposed by artists and hopefully spark a new way of seeing and engaging. Aspen’s City Hall is a public space that welcomes all to share their opinions and ideas around the current discussions. The art on display, not only adds to the discourse, it also visually represents the openness and encouragement to having a multitude of voices and experiences in the governmental process.

Artwork we are Looking For:
Encouraging an inclusive representation of experiences and voices, the program aims to present a broad range of artistic and cultural expressions. Additionally, the program provides an opportunity to present art that speak to values and topics important to Aspen. Special consideration will be given to artworks that loosely relates to several key concepts: the local and regional environment and connectivity. 

Selection Committee:
Red Brick Center for the Arts Gallery Committee serves as the selection and advising body for the Aspen City Hall art exhibition program. 

Selection Criteria:

  • Artists living in Colorado are eligible for this opportunity.

  • Types of artwork that qualify for this opportunity include: painting, print, photography, drawing, textile, collage, bas-relief, ceramic, mosaic, and metal.

  • Works must be hung on a wall with a 8" depth maximum.

  • Two dimensional artwork that fits within the following dimensions will be prioritized: 75"W x 60"H x 8"D or smaller. A diptych or small grouping of artworks can be submitted as 1 piece and must fit within the same dimensional perimeters.

  • Artworks exhibited must not demonstrate eroticism or extreme violence and must be suitable for all viewers.

  • Artworks that create sound, require special maintenance needs during the exhibition period, block, hinder or disrupt use of the space and facility will not be accepted.

  • Artworks may be framed or unframed. A framing stipend is available up to a certain amount.

  • Artist may submit a proposal for a newly created artwork. Artist must submit examples of artworks that are similar in subject matter, theme, medium and size for consideration.


Submission requirements include:

  • Artist Statement: 350 words or less, provide a brief description of your artwork and the themes and/or ideas you are exploring through your work.

  • Artist Biography Statement: 350 words or less, provide a brief description of your work as an artist, creative activities, endeavors, and professional accomplishments.

  • Optional resume or CV

  • Optional artist website URL and/or social media URL

  • Images: Artist may submit up to 4 artworks for consideration. It is encouraged to submit at least 2 images of each artwork. In the text box, applicants must include: TITLE, SIZE, MEDIUM and RETAIL PRICE of the ARTWORK DEPICTED and corresponding file name. Allowable file types include: pdf, jpeg, tif, mov

  • Artist may submit a proposal for a newly created work. To be considered, artist must submit examples of works that are similar in subject matter, theme, medium, and size for consideration. Artist must also submit a statement describing in detail the proposed piece.

Accepted Artworks

  • Selected artists will be awarded a stipend for participation. Stipend amount will be announced at time of selection.

  • If needed, a shipping and framing stipend is available up to a certain amount.

  • Participating artists are required to sign an exhibition agreement. Example of the exhibition agreement can be found selecting the link below.

  • Accepted artworks will be installed in May 2023 and on view through April 2025.

  • The City of Aspen will install artworks for exhibition.

Submission Dates:

  • Submissions deadline is December 12, 2022

  • Applications will be reviewed in January and notification will be given in January or February, 2023.

***City Hall art exhibition program is contingent upon budget approval occurring at end of November 2022****

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