calling all artists
For Questions after reading, please contact:
404-817-6980 or
dmcduffie@atlantaga.gov
The BeltLine is presenting a new public art initiative. In spring 2010, Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. plans to open nearly eight miles of the future BeltLine corridor to pedestrians and bicyclists via an interim trail. A kick-off arts event staged from late spring through summer will celebrate the reawakening of the old rail corridor as Atlanta’s new public realm. Visual arts, performing arts and historic site interpretation will direct the public’s attention to this amazing resource that encircles downtown Atlanta, thus increasing the level of awareness and fostering a sense of ownership to ensure that the BeltLine becomes a truly public amenity.
Atlanta’s BeltLine is an emerging system of parks, trails, transit and development that reclaims existing abandoned railways. With an emphasis on cultural amenities and revitalizing neighborhoods, it has the potential to redefine the city and make it a better place to live. Find additional information about the BeltLine at www.beltline.org.
Visual and performing artists are invited to submit proposals for temporary works of visual and performing art to be a part of this May through October event. Potential projects should reflect the historic, environmental, cultural, functional, urban design, and/or aesthetic parameters of the sites and should be well-researched, well-planned and feasible. Although not limited to the following examples, potential projects might include all or some of the following:
- Temporary art, sculptural or visual installations;
- Gateway or entrance works;
- Performance works of all kinds, including but not limited to music, dance, theater and performance art;
- Transformation of existing structures or surfaces, such as bridges and overpasses;
- Utilization of fences or screening devices;
- Transformation of the backs of buildings;
- Amenities for visitors - such as benches, bike racks, shade structures, recycling and trash collection receptacles;
- Establishment of play areas or game sites;
- Loan of existing artwork, such as sculptures or assemblages;
- Murals;
- Plantings or environmental works.
Potential art projects may be designed for site-specific installation, but this is not a requirement. Contemporary and interdisciplinary approaches, innovative uses (or re-uses) of materials and new technologies are encouraged. Applicants are asked to consider ways in which some level of community involvement might be facilitated in the creation or ongoing interaction of the projects.
Proposed materials should be modestly priced and durable with minimal maintenance in an outdoor setting. All works must be designed to be safely removed at the end of the designated period, or disintegrate safely into the environment. No works or materials deemed to be dangerous,toxic or hazardous to public safety will be accepted and all construction methods must be adequate and safe for public interaction. While we would like to have projects that last throughout the six month time period, we are also interested in performance works or ephemeral works that could be scheduled to occur periodically throughout the time frame. If the location or its elements (trees, slope, etc.) might be part of the concept, we will identify volunteers to work with the artist(s) to help prepare the site, clear underbrush, etc.
Locations/sites in the following sections of the BeltLine:
1)Stretch between Piedmont Park and DeKalb Avenue
2)Stretch between Wylie Street and Glenwood Avenue
3)Stretch between Washington Park and Allene Avenue
BeltLine Walking Tours
Every Saturday a tour of a section of the BeltLine will be conducted. You are encouraged to explore the trails during one of these tours to be better educated about the terrain and history of the BeltLine.
- February 27 - Westside (12 noon)
- March 6 - Eastside (12 noon)
Visit art.beltline.org for additional information about the tours.
BUDGET
There are three budget levels for the temporary projects: $1,000, $3,000 and $5,000. Please note that funds are limited and we encourage proposals at all three levels. The amount awarded will be at the discretion of the selection panel. Of the total grant amount, artists should incorporate a minimum of 20% as an artist fee in the budget that must be submitted with each proposal. The fee will cover the design (including artist’s fee) fabrication, shipping, installation, maintenance and de-installation of the project. Artists may solicit contributions of materials or cash from other sources.
404-817-6980 or
dmcduffie@atlantaga.gov
The BeltLine is presenting a new public art initiative. In spring 2010, Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. plans to open nearly eight miles of the future BeltLine corridor to pedestrians and bicyclists via an interim trail. A kick-off arts event staged from late spring through summer will celebrate the reawakening of the old rail corridor as Atlanta’s new public realm. Visual arts, performing arts and historic site interpretation will direct the public’s attention to this amazing resource that encircles downtown Atlanta, thus increasing the level of awareness and fostering a sense of ownership to ensure that the BeltLine becomes a truly public amenity.
Atlanta’s BeltLine is an emerging system of parks, trails, transit and development that reclaims existing abandoned railways. With an emphasis on cultural amenities and revitalizing neighborhoods, it has the potential to redefine the city and make it a better place to live. Find additional information about the BeltLine at www.beltline.org.
Visual and performing artists are invited to submit proposals for temporary works of visual and performing art to be a part of this May through October event. Potential projects should reflect the historic, environmental, cultural, functional, urban design, and/or aesthetic parameters of the sites and should be well-researched, well-planned and feasible. Although not limited to the following examples, potential projects might include all or some of the following:
- Temporary art, sculptural or visual installations;
- Gateway or entrance works;
- Performance works of all kinds, including but not limited to music, dance, theater and performance art;
- Transformation of existing structures or surfaces, such as bridges and overpasses;
- Utilization of fences or screening devices;
- Transformation of the backs of buildings;
- Amenities for visitors - such as benches, bike racks, shade structures, recycling and trash collection receptacles;
- Establishment of play areas or game sites;
- Loan of existing artwork, such as sculptures or assemblages;
- Murals;
- Plantings or environmental works.
Potential art projects may be designed for site-specific installation, but this is not a requirement. Contemporary and interdisciplinary approaches, innovative uses (or re-uses) of materials and new technologies are encouraged. Applicants are asked to consider ways in which some level of community involvement might be facilitated in the creation or ongoing interaction of the projects.
Proposed materials should be modestly priced and durable with minimal maintenance in an outdoor setting. All works must be designed to be safely removed at the end of the designated period, or disintegrate safely into the environment. No works or materials deemed to be dangerous,toxic or hazardous to public safety will be accepted and all construction methods must be adequate and safe for public interaction. While we would like to have projects that last throughout the six month time period, we are also interested in performance works or ephemeral works that could be scheduled to occur periodically throughout the time frame. If the location or its elements (trees, slope, etc.) might be part of the concept, we will identify volunteers to work with the artist(s) to help prepare the site, clear underbrush, etc.
Locations/sites in the following sections of the BeltLine:
1)Stretch between Piedmont Park and DeKalb Avenue
2)Stretch between Wylie Street and Glenwood Avenue
3)Stretch between Washington Park and Allene Avenue
BeltLine Walking Tours
Every Saturday a tour of a section of the BeltLine will be conducted. You are encouraged to explore the trails during one of these tours to be better educated about the terrain and history of the BeltLine.
- February 27 - Westside (12 noon)
- March 6 - Eastside (12 noon)
Visit art.beltline.org for additional information about the tours.
BUDGET
There are three budget levels for the temporary projects: $1,000, $3,000 and $5,000. Please note that funds are limited and we encourage proposals at all three levels. The amount awarded will be at the discretion of the selection panel. Of the total grant amount, artists should incorporate a minimum of 20% as an artist fee in the budget that must be submitted with each proposal. The fee will cover the design (including artist’s fee) fabrication, shipping, installation, maintenance and de-installation of the project. Artists may solicit contributions of materials or cash from other sources.