Artists

ArtPrize is an unusual competition with no official jury or curator. You build a profile online, which is your proposal. Then, negotiate with registered venues for a space.

When you secure a venue, you're in. Have your work installed by opening day, and the voting will begin.

Do the experiment

Have fun with ArtPrize. There are lots of ways to get here. You may ship your work and have your venue install it, or travel to Grand Rapids and stay in a volunteered home.

ArtPrize is designed to let you work directly with a large, enthusiastic audience. The vote prompts the public to become engaged, what will you do with them?

The name of the game is to THINK BIG and work backward from there.

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Register from April 19 - June 17 (now closed)

When you register, you build an online profile, which is your entry proposal.

Secure a venue from June 1 - July 1 (now closed)

Find and connect to venues starting June 1. When you secure a venue, you are in the competition.

Things you should know

• ArtPrize is an international competition
• The top 10 finalists win a cash prize
• The top prize is $250,000
• Each artist may only submit one entry - definition of "entry"
• There are no restrictions on medium of work - rules on performance
• Venues choose the artists they exhibit
• Artists do not have to appear in person at the event
• Registration closes 5:00PM EDT June 17, 2010
• You must secure a venue by 5:00PM EDT July 1, 2010

Were you in ArtPrize 2009? There are some rules changes you'll want to know about

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Apply

How to enter

Eligibility

Rules of participation

Assistance

Additional information for applicants

Artist discounts

Get special discounts for being an ArtPrize artist

Resources

Learn about local Grand Rapids resources for artists