Wheatpaste Printmaking Project

The Johnson City Public Art Committee is seeking proposals from artists or art teams for the commission of printmaking designs to be installed in downtown Johnson City using the wheatpaste technique. Installation will occur in the spring of 2025.

ELIGIBILITY: This opportunity is open to all professional artists over the age of 18 with previous relief printmaking experience. Artists must reside within a 100-mile radius of Johnson City. Refer to the Selection Criteria listed below for additional requirements.

BUDGET:
Seven proposals will be selected for the project, and each finalist will be paid a $500 honorarium for his/her finalized design and block carving. All selected artists will be provided with one 4’ x 2’ block for carving, but artists will be responsible for all other materials necessary to complete their work.

TEMPLATE: Download the Wheatpaste Printmaking Project Template to use as a guide when designing your artwork.

DEADLINE:  November 25, 2024 by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Wheatpaste Printmaking Project – Proposal Submission Form

Wheatpaste Project Printmaking Designs

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  • Please upload your current resume (DOC, DOCX, PDF).
    Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, jpg, png, Max. file size: 50 MB.
  • You must submit 3 images of your previous artwork (JPG, PNG, PDF). Artworks that demonstrate previous experience with printmaking are preferred.
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    Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 10.
    • Please upload a typed statement briefly explaining your design – one page maximum (DOC, DOCX, PDF).
      Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB.
    • Please upload your design sketch (PDF, JPG, or PNG). Use the template provided in the RFP to ensure that your design is the correct size/orientation. You may complete the design by hand and then scan to PDF, JPG, or PNG.
      Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB.
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