The Broadway Business Improvement District (BBID) in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan is thrilled to announce the launch of Broadway Door Décor, a unique opportunity for talented artists to transform the doors of Broadway Avenue into vibrant works of art!
Creative artists of all ages are invited to submit their digital design concepts for this exciting initiative. The project will feature art installations using vibrant decals that reflect the energy, creativity, and cultural richness of the Broadway community.
- What: Decorate alley and business doors with creative, bold artwork
- Where: On Broadway Avenue, between 8th and 12th Streets
- When: Installation late October 2024
- Medium: Art is printed on high-quality, durable graffiti resistant decals
Goals
- Beautify Broadway: Enhance the visual appeal of the area by transforming ordinary doors into eye-catching art installations.
- Support Local Artists: Showcase local talent and provide a platform for artists to contribute to the artistic landscape of Broadway.
- Engage the Community: Foster community engagement and increase foot traffic through public art.
- Celebrate Cultural Identity: Reflect the rich cultural and historical significance of Saskatoon’s Broadway Avenue in the designs.
Benefits for Artists
- Artist Compensation: $550 for one image/door
- Exposure: Your work will be featured in a high-traffic area, with media promotion and community engagement through a public unveiling event.
- Collaboration: Join a creative project that brings together artists, businesses, and the local community.
Art Evaluation Criteria
- Artistic Quality:
- Creativity and Originality: Evaluate the uniqueness of the concept and design.
- Technical Skill: Assess the technical proficiency in the proposed medium.
- Relevance to Project:
- Community and Cultural Significance: Consider how well the artwork reflects the cultural identity and history of Saskatoon’s Broadway Avenue.
- Engagement Potential: Evaluate the potential for the artwork to engage and resonate with the community.
- Feasibility:
- Installation Suitability: Ensure the artwork can be effectively translated onto decals and then installed on doors.
- Durability and Maintenance: Consider the artwork’s longevity and maintenance.
- Diversity and Inclusivity:
- Representation: Strive for a diverse range of artists and perspectives, ensuring the final selections reflect the broad community.
Adjudication Process
- Scoring:
- Individual Scoring: Each panel member scores the submissions independently using a standardized scoring sheet based on the above evaluation criteria.
- Panel Discussion:
- Review Scores: Convene the panel to discuss the top-scoring submissions.
- Deliberation: Engage in open discussion to address any discrepancies in scores and consider the overall balance of the selected artworks.
- Final Selection:
- Consensus Decision: Aim for consensus in selecting the final artworks. If consensus cannot be reached, use a majority vote.
- Alternate Selections: Identify alternate selections in case the top choices cannot proceed for any reason.
Application Details
Interested artist must submit the following with their application:
- Artist bio
- Artwork description
- Design concept (digital drawing or existing art)
- Website and/or social links (showcasing previous work)
Submission Deadline: Monday, October 7, 2024 at 11:59 PM
Apply Now!
Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of Broadway’s artistic future. Submit your design for the Broadway Door Décor Project and help turn Saskatoon’s Broadway Avenue into a vibrant gallery of public art.
