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The Carmody Foundation is now accepting applications from Arizona-based artists for the eighth cycle of its grant program to support the work of 10 artists with the Art for Good grants. The submission deadline is Friday, May 31, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. (local Arizona time).

BACKGROUND 

In 2017, Tom and Laurie Carmody established The Carmody Foundation to expand the quality of life for families through access to affordable housing, extend health services to women for reproductive care and victims of violence, and elevate awareness of school-aged children of careers in trade services.

The Art for Good Program was developed in support of these philanthropic initiatives and in recognition of requests artists receive to contribute artworks in support of nonprofits' fundraising efforts. The program demonstrates how artists and the private sector can work together to improve and impact lives in our community. Read more about The Carmody Foundation here. 

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Carmody Foundation is pleased to invite Arizona artists to apply for the 8th Annual Art for Good Grant Project.  Ten (10) grants of $1000 will be awarded to ten (10) artists selected by a jury panel to produce a new, original piece of art. 

The original works of art that these 10 artists produce, will be donated to various nonprofit organizations to be auctioned further supporting their fundraising efforts to provide much-needed services to the community.  

Furthermore, this year's cycle will also have three additional awards given to the artists for: Best in Show ($3000), Runner-Up ($1500), and Honorable Mention ($500) bringing the total amount of awards given to $15,000.

Partner nonprofit organizations are selected from among those currently supported by The Carmody Foundation and may include the following:

• Sojourner Center
• Maggie's Place
• Free Arts of Arizona for Abused Children
• Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC De Colores)
• Community Bridges of AZ
• Hope Women's Center of Phoenix
• Hope's Crossing
• Native American Connections
• Boys and Girls Clubs of AZ
• The AZ Partnership for Immunization (TAPI)
• New Life Center
• Chrysalis
• Streetlight USA

Art for Good Reception: Selected artists will be invited to a reception to meet representatives of the nonprofit organizations supported by the grant program. The works created for the program will be on view in an exhibition hosted by Sisao Gallery, located on Historic Grand Avenue in downtown Phoenix. Selected artists will be invited to this opening reception on First Friday, November 1, 2024.

SUBMISSION AND GRANT DETAILS  

• As part of the submission, artists are asked to provide a conceptual framework of the artwork to be produced, if selected.
• Provide up to 3 images of past work as examples
• Provide a rough description/sketch of the concept for the proposed work.  
• Each selected artist will receive a $1,000 grant. An initial payment of $250 will be given during a meet and greet reception with the various nonprofits in August (date to be determined)
• All artwork must be completed and delivered to Sisao Gallery on or before Friday, October 25, 2024.
• A group show for the grant recipients will be in Sisao Gallery for the month of November 2024.  The opening reception of the group show at Sisao Gallery on First Friday, November 1, 2024 from 6pm to 10pm.
• In the aforementioned group show, all pieces created for the project will be on display. These pieces of work will not be for sale, as they are to be donated to the charities listed above.
• Each selected artist will have the opportunity to show one or two additional pieces (Depending on size), along with their Grant piece, for an opportunity to generate additional revenue through potential sales.
• Final distribution of the awards ($750) and the three additional awards will all be presented at the opening reception of the group show.  (artists are recommended to be present for the awards ceremony. However, if that is not possible, arrangements can be made)

Criteria: The Carmody Foundation advocates for the arts, education, health care, entrepreneurs, and fair housing. The selected artists will include those whose work addresses, exemplifies, and/or examines these themes. 

Eligibility: This opportunity is open to artists who live and work in Arizona with the ability to produce exemplary art. Artists must be over the age of 18 and be pre-registered as an Artlink Articipant. Find the registration form on artlinkphx.org (Articipant fees are optional).  

Project Timeline:*

• Submission deadline: Friday, May 31, 2024, 5:00 pm (local Arizona time)
• Artists notified: Week of June 24, 2024
• Artists & Nonprofit Reception:  August, 2024 (date TBD)
• Delivery of artwork: On or Before Friday, October 25, 2024 (specific times TBD based on all parties' availability)
• Exhibition Opening reception: Friday, November 1, 2024 (First Friday), 6 to 10 pm

*Timeline subject to change 

Every submission is appreciated and will be seriously considered. Artists will be notified by email. 

Questions? Email submissions@artlinkphx.org.

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The following call for artists of all practices is presented by FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel and the FOUND:RE Contemporary art program, with support provided by Artlink Inc., for a new exhibition cycle entitled “Melting”. The deadline to submit is Saturday, June 15th by 5:00 p.m. (local Arizona time).

PROJECT

Exhibition: “Melting”

Address: FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel at 1100 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Request: For art in every medium, style, and size that interprets the idea of “melting”. Space for 3-Dimensional work is limited.

OVERVIEW

FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel regularly presents exhibitions based on a 360-degree view of arts and culture that includes all the traditional mediums of art such as painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, fiber art, printmaking, etc., as well as video art, film, fashion, performance, music and much more! 

As part of this next three-month cycle of exhibition programming, FOUND:RE Contemporary is inviting artists to submit works to be included in the studio exhibition “Melting." This survey of talent from across the state of Arizona is meant to showcase artworks that depict the theme of “melting”. The theme is open to the artist’s interpretation.  

For “Melting" FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel will use the studio space to showcase the works that are selected for this exhibition. This diverse survey embraces different styles and mediums of art in both 2D and 3D works. All the works selected for exhibitions are for sale and will be represented on the gallery website for purchase by hotel patrons and art collectors from across the nation.

Art Tours of “Melting” will be scheduled throughout the course of the exhibition, with tickets available for purchase through foundrecontemporary.com. 

BACKGROUND

FOUND:RE Contemporary is a premier commercial gallery space in the heart of downtown Phoenix. It represents both emerging and established artists through a regular series of exhibitions and special events that happen in conjunction with the art programming at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel. FC comprises three galleries, an art lounge, a number of exhibition halls, auxiliary spaces, and much more.

Located in the Roosevelt Row Arts district, FC is a part of every First and Third Friday Artwalk, as well as being a destination location for art lovers throughout the greater Phoenix metro area. FC exhibits visual art as well as film, fashion, music, and the entire spectrum of cultural production today.

The Installation: This studio installation at FOUND:RE is intended to “Wow” the patrons of the hotel and art collectors alike. The selection of work will be unique to the spaces at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel where the exhibition halls and galleries are as large as a major museum. A dynamic selection of works and mediums will be included in this exhibition, where the inspiration and skill behind each and every piece are sure to make FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel into the perfect place for a staycation as well as an inspired destination for people from around the nation.

Legal: Selected artist(s) will permit the photography of artworks, including use in promotional materials. All reasonable effort will be made to credit the artist in promotions and when communicating with the media. Being accepted in the show is only a commitment to have the works in the show represented for sale and any further terms and conditions about representation will be negotiated by the hotel curator and the artist.

Content: This open call is to identify artists who want to exhibit at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel, or who are looking for representation by FOUND:RE Contemporary. Artists are encouraged to submit works that demonstrate visually satisfying and thought-provoking work.

FOUND:RE Contemporary welcomes submissions in a wide range of mediums. 3-Dimensional works are welcome, however, space is limited. 

SUBMISSION DETAILS

Interested artists are encouraged to learn more about FOUND:RE Phoenix and FOUND:RE Contemporary via the following websites: foundrehotels.com and foundrecontemporary.com.

Eligibility: This opportunity is only open to artists, designers, creative individuals and creative teams living and working in the state of Arizona. 

Artists should be Articipants with our local partner, Artlink Inc.. Find the registration form on artlinkphx.org.

There will be approximately 15 artists selected, depending on the number of works submitted and how many can be shown. 

Honoraria: Artists will receive a standard 50% commission on all sales.

Criteria: Selections will be based on the quality, originality, and craftsmanship of their work.

Project Rates: The chosen artist is responsible for transporting and delivering the works. FOUND:RE will install, insure, and secure all works for a period of four months, after which time they will be returned to the artists. Works can remain for sale on the website under consignment for a limited-term contract to be determined by negotiation between FOUND:RE’s Curator of Art & Culture and the exhibiting artists. This is an offer that may be extended beyond the original terms and dates if the artist is interested, but it is not mandatory. A formal offer for representation may be extended to those artists of superior merit, but being accepted to exhibit is neither a contract for representation nor an offer of representation. All works accepted will be on consignment for the terms of the exhibition unless other terms are agreed upon in advance between the curators and the artist.

Timeline:*

• Submissions Due: Saturday, June 15th, by 5:00 p.m. (local AZ time) 
• Artists Notified/Finalists Announced: Friday, June 21st, 2024
• Artwork Drop-Off: Tuesday, July 16th, 2024
• Opening Reception: Friday, July 19th, 2024
• Exhibition Dates: July 19th- October 13th, 2024 

*Timeline subject to change

Submission Requirements:

Please make sure you follow ALL guidelines and complete the entire submission form, including the following:

• A current resume. 
• 1-3 digital images of artwork in any medium and genre you would like to exhibit.
• An image list that includes your full name (First, Last) title, medium, year of completion, size, and price. All files in your digital portfolio should be labeled with your last name and the title of your work (Last name, Title). 
• A current email and phone number. 

Every submission is appreciated and will be seriously considered.

Artists will be notified by email.

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