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When is ArtPrize?
September 22 - October 10 in Grand Rapids, MI USA
When do I register for ArtPrize 2010?
For 2010, venue registration, artist registration and matching are broken into separate time periods.
Venue Registration (now closed)
Open: Monday, March 15 (Noon EDT)
Close: Thursday April 15 (5:00PM EDT)
Artist Registration (now closed)
Open: Monday, April 19 (Noon EDT)
Close: Thursday, June 17 (5:00PM EDT)
Artist/Venue Matching Period (now closed)
Open: Tuesday, June 1 (Noon EDT)
Close: Thursday, July 1 (5:00PM EDT)
What are Exhibition Centers?
Exhibition Centers are an addition to ArtPrize 2010. They are large, sponsored venues curated by regional cultural institutions. Each one contains a store, voter registration and shuttle stop. Modeled on how The Old Federal Building, for many, became a destination to begin walking ArtPrize in 2009, the idea is for more people to see more art in more neighborhoods. They will be the Grand Rapids Art Museum, The Van Andel Public Museum, Urban Institute for Contemporary Art, Cathedral Square, Women's City Club and Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park.
Learn more
How do I compete in ArtPrize?
To learn how to enter the competition, go here. To learn how the event works, go here.
How do I secure a venue?
You may contact a venue anytime, however you will not be able to officially secure a venue on artprize.org until June 1, 2010.
(Connections is now closed)
What is the Hosting Agreement?
The Hosting Agreement is vital for artist and venue to know exactly what to expect from each other during the event. Learn more about it, or download the template here.
How will venues pick artists?
Each venue is different. Some are curated by institutions or galleries with a strong curatorial background. Others are organized by an amateur enthusiast. If you cannot tell from the venue's page who makes decisions and what they want, contact the venue.
Can I get a venue that's not on artprize.org?
If you know of a space within the ArtPrize Boundary and want to contact the owner about becoming a venue to show your work, you may. Remember, that venue must register on artprize.org by April 15, 2010.
How do I host a venue?
First, make sure you have read the basics about applying and complete your venue profile.
If you want to open your property to become a venue but don't want to manage it OR manage a venue but don't own property downtown--
Contact Dave DeBoer
What is the deal on venues owned by City of Grand Rapids?
Parks, bridges, streets, sidewalks and certain buildings belong to The City of Grand Rapids. ArtPrize has been working with the City Manager to open venues for the event.
If there is a specific city property where you would like to exhibit that is not yet an official ArtPrize venue, contact Dave DeBoer.
Does ArtPrize believe a public vote will result in the "best" work winning?
Read why we designed the event
Who is awarding the prizes?
The cash prize for the Top 10 is awarded by the Dick and Betsy DeVos Foundation, a Michigan nonprofit corporation. Information regarding the foundation is available at www.guidestar.org.
In addition, ArtPrize 2010 will have four sponsored juried awards by internationally recognized jurors. Learn more about the juried awards..
How many prizes are there?
Beside the $250,000 top prize, 2nd place will win $100,000, 3rd place $50,000 and the other seven finalists will each receive $7,000. Sponsors will introduce other awards closer to the event.
What’s the second largest art prize?
The Jack Wolgin International Competition in the Arts hosted by Temple University gives away $150,000 in a competition that’s invitation only.
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