Open Call for Site-Specific Creative

Open Call for Site-Specific Creative Intervention on Historic Building in Newburgh, NY

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: MONDAY, JULY 11, 2022 AT 11:59 pm ET

The Open Call

This open call seeks proposals for a site-specific commission for a building shell located at 15 S. Johnston Street in Newburgh NY. Applicants are encouraged to think about the building shell typology and its preservation challenges in Newburgh. One artist (or collective) will be selected to receive $10,000, inclusive of artist fee, to implement its proposal. The team will work with the selected artist during the planning stage to give practical advice and guidance about working with historic structures and to make introductions to any local partners, if appropriate. The date and duration of the work will be proposed by the artist and confirmed in coordination with the team and the City of Newburgh. The commission should be completed by Spring 2023.

Evaluation Criteria

Creativity: Projects will demonstrate clear alignment with the goals of the Building Shells: Building Communities project, which focuses on local engagement with historic preservation.

Appropriateness to Site: Building shells are fragile, yet important historical structures to preserve. Projects should take this into account when proposing specific designs.

Project Feasibility: Projects should have clearly defined activities and the applicant must demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the project considering the site conditions.

Audience and Accessibility: Projects should take into account the current demographics of Newburgh, and the artwork should aim to be accessed by a broad and diverse community. Designs must be ADA accessible and should be planned with inclusion as the goal.

Requirements

We are excited to consider a range of creative interventions including, but not limited to architectural intervention, sculptural installations, textile art, nature-based art, technology, murals, projected images or light-based installations, performances, sound installations, time-based media, and other socially engaged, participatory projects.

Artists of all backgrounds and disciplines are eligible to apply. Applicants should be located within reasonable proximity to Newburgh, NY, as the selected applicant will be required to make multiple site visits and be available for the installation period and public opening.

The Building Shells project team aims to reach an applicant pool that represents the deep cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic diversity of the City of Newburgh. Artists of all ages, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and disability statuses are welcome and encouraged to apply.