Youngmi Won, Ephemeral Eternal, Eternal Ephemeral, Acrylic and Oil on Photograph on Canvas, 50.5” X 34”. 2023
Mirage on the Water, Acrylic and Oil on Canvas, 50.5” x 34”, 2023. 2023 Slate Asset Management Career Launcher recipient.
Slate Asset Management: Call for Artists
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We're excited to announce Paige Bowen and Jessica Liu as the recipients of the Slate Asset Management 2024 Career Launcher.
Paige Bowen
Paige Bowen is a multidisciplinary artist, student, and creative from South Africa. She graduated from George Brown College’s Foundational Art Certificate in 2021 and OCAD University’s BFA in Drawing And Painting in 2024. She draws on her experience as an international nomad to study ideas of home, and connection - to both family and nature and isolation. Paige works in many mediums including but not limited to Woodcarving, Embroidery, and Painting. Most recently Paige has been featured in the 2024 Awenda Inspired Exhibit at the Ada Sleight Gallery at OCAD University as well as the 2024 Inspiration Studios Art Auction.
Website: www.paige-bowen.format.com
Instagram: @butterflypaige
Jessica Lui
Jessica Lui is a Chinese-Canadian visual artist based in Toronto. “My artistic practice is rooted in process-based work, a heartfelt tribute to navigating life with deliberation, patience, and mindfulness. Through my art, I reflect the profound journey of overcoming cancer, emphasizing how contemplation and introspection resonate with others facing diverse challenges. I create vivid paintings that explore the depths of lived experiences, blending personal narratives with rich cultural textures. My work aims to connect deeply with viewers, offering a sense of understanding and shared humanity.”
Website: https://eportfolio.ocadu.ca/Profile/Details/7ee43d61-5ad7-4f8c-84d4-9a1c5cc62165
Instagram: @jesslui_art
OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION
OCAD University’s RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers is excited to announce a call for artists in partnership with Slate Asset Management. Slate Asset Management is seeking proposals for a rotating public art exhibit that will animate the lobby of 2 St. Clair West in the Yonge St. + St. Clair Avenue West community. Slate welcomes Drawing & Painting students graduating in 2024, working in all mediums to submit proposals. Slate is seeking medium to large-scale pieces to be displayed on two walls in the lobby. Slate’s rotating art program will occur two times a year.
A minimum of 2 proposed pieces are expected, and the option exists for the presentation of multiple small pieces. This call is for existing finished works.
Selected artists will have a solo showing of their work in one or two time slots. See timeline below.
OCAD U RBC CEAD and Slate Asset Management are committed to promoting access to this opportunity for equity-seeking groups that are under-represented as creative entrepreneurs. We encourage applications from individuals of equity-seeking communities including racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, women and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/ expressions. Applicants are invited to voluntarily self-identify with any of these communities in their application.
FEE
The selected artist will receive a $3,000 rental fee for the 6-month display of their works. A brief artist bio will be displayed alongside the works.
CRITERIA
- Proposed pieces must fill both walls appropriately. See floor plan and photos here.
- Pieces can be exhibited with option for sale at the end of the term to be facilitated by the artist directly (Slate does not take a percentage of sales)
- When appropriate, pieces must be framed (i.e. works on paper etc)
- Large scale pieces are encouraged
- The artist is responsible for installing the works, or for arranging the installation of the works, and for any ancillary costs, related to installation and de-installation
TIMELINE
- May 13, 2024 – Proposals Due
- Week of May 20 or 27, 2024 – Selected artists are notified.
- Beginning of August 2024 – end of January 2025: First Artist & exhibition
- Beginning of February 2025 – end of July 2025: Second Artist & exhibition
LOCATION
Selected work will be shown at 2 St. Clair West, Toronto (St. Clair West Avenue at Yonge St.)
APPLICATION SUPPORT
The OCAD U RBC CEAD is committed to promoting substantive equality for equity-seeking groups that are under-represented in the creative sector. We encourage applications from first-time applicants to the program and graduates of equity-seeking communities including racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities / expressions. Applicants are welcome to advise the CEAD of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Applicants who need assistance with their submissions are invited to connect with the RBC CEAD for Advising support. Click here to learn more about how to book an advising appointment.
PARTNER
Slate Asset Management
QUALIFICATIONS
- Open to OCAD U Drawing & Painting students graduating in 2024
- Priority will be given to applicants who have not previously received a Career Launcher opportunity
- Be available for install and deinstall for your exhibition period if selected
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Full contact information(Name, phone, and email)
- Current CV
- Statement of Interest that includes an artist bio (100-word max)
- Short written proposal (250 words max). In your proposal, include renderings/sketches of the pieces which you are proposing for display.
- Dimensions and photos of the work are required.
DEADLINE
Monday, May 13, 2024, 8:00 AM ET
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTION
Apply via Typeform: http:/bit.ly/SlateCL2024Apply
ACCESSIBILITY
Applicants who have concerns about meeting a Career Launcher application deadline are invited to connect with the CEAD in order to discuss possible alternatives. We encourage all who might require assistance with the application process to reach out to determine available support. Outreach of this nature should be undertaken at least one week prior to the published application deadline.
