Call to Artists - Bench Wrap Design

CALLING ALL ARTISTS! Yonge Dundas Square is seeking design proposals to wrap 14 public benches, for a year-long installation.

Submission Highlights

  • Artists are asked to submit a design proposal that will wrap all public benches on Yonge Dundas Square.

  • Artists are asked to submit designs that utilize vibrant colour and imagery.

  • The design process will include one (1) intitial design, with one (1) round of revisions before the final design.

  • Installation will be arranged and completed by Yonge Dundas Square. Scope of work includes design ONLY.

Submission Requirements

  • Artists interested in this project must prepare and submit a Proposed Artwork Concept for the bench installation. This proposal shall include conceptual design drawings and/or sketches, sufficient to communicate the artist concept.

  • CV or resume including current contact information and outline of previous artistic experience

  • 3-5 images of previously completed work

Compensation

The chosen artist will be paid $1500 (plus HST if applicable)

Project Timeline

  • Monday, August 29 – Deadline for Submissions

  • Monday, September 5 – Successful Artist Contacted

  • Wednesday, September 7 – Contract Signed

  • Wednesday, September 14 – First Round of Designs Due

  • Monday, September 19 – Final Digital Design Due

  • Friday, September 23 – Artwork Installed

Click the link below for full details and instructions on how to apply.

CALL TO ARTISTS

Wrapped bench design

Previously wrapped bench design, completed by Hello Kirsten, in October 2021.

Commitment to Diversity

Yonge Dundas Square is committed to creating a diverse environment. The program seeks to engage individuals from a variety of diverse backgrounds, including women, visible minorities, new Canadians, LGBTQ peoples, Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities and people from different faith and religious orientations.

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