Call to Detroit Artists: Exhibit Your Artwork at SpaceLab Detroit

Detroit Month of Design 2023

Event Details:

• Event: Opening Party and Design Crawl during Detroit Month of Design
• Date: Friday, September 1, 2023
• Venue: SpaceLab Detroit
• Theme: “United By Design”

Opportunity: We invite Detroit-based artists to participate in the Opening Party and Design Crawl during Detroit Month of Design. This is an excellent platform for artists to showcase their unique creations and contribute to the vibrant artistic community of Detroit. The event will feature a diverse range of art forms, celebrating the unity of design in our city. Design Core Detroit*, the producer of the month’s events, anticipates 500 people participating.

Exhibition Information:

• Artists: We are seeking 8-10 talented artists to exhibit their work.
• Art Pieces: Each selected artist can display up to 3 art pieces.
• Submission: Interested artists are required to email 2-3 high-resolution images of their artwork for approval.

Submit art images at the form here

Deadline for submissions: Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 11:59 PM.

• Approval: Once selected, artists will be notified by Monday, August 28, 2023 at close of business Artists must confirm their participation in the event by Tuesday, August, 29, 2023 at close of business.

Logistics:

• Drop Off: Artists will be informed of the designated drop-off date for their artwork.
• Pick Up: A specific pick-up date will be provided to artists for the retrieval of their exhibited pieces.
• Art Measurements: Artists must provide accurate measurements of their artwork.
• Hardware: Art hooks will be provided. Artists must provide appropriate wires or hooks on their artwork for hanging.

Sales and Fees:

• Sales: Artworks will be available for sale during the event, providing a platform to showcase your creations and connect with art enthusiasts.
• QR Code Sales: To streamline the purchasing process, SpaceLab Detroit will implement a QR code system. Artists are requested to supply:
  • the name of each piece
  • artwork dimensions
  • designated sale price.

These details will be utilized to generate QR codes, enabling event attendees to easily acquire the artwork.

• Extended Display: As an added convenience, selected artworks will have the option to remain on display at SpaceLab Detroit until December 15, 2023. This extended display period presents an opportunity for your art to be appreciated by a broader audience over a more extended timeframe.
• Fee Structure: Upon the successful sale of artwork, SpaceLab Detroit will retain a 10% commission from the sale price. The remaining amount will be promptly remitted to the artist.
• Sales Notifications: Artists will receive regular updates concerning the sale status of their exhibited pieces, ensuring transparency and facilitating efficient transactions.

This innovative approach to sales not only facilitates the art purchasing experience for attendees but also grants artists an extended platform to showcase and sell their work. Your participation in this exhibition not only contributes to the cultural richness of Detroit but also allows you to explore new avenues of exposure and engagement.

This is an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow artists, art enthusiasts, and the broader Detroit creative community. If you are ready to contribute to the celebration of design and artistry, please submit your artwork images by Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 11:59 PM for consideration.

Let’s unite through design and make this year’s Detroit Month of Design a truly remarkable and artistic experience. We look forward to receiving your submissions!

For inquiries and submissions, please contact:

Karen Burton

SpaceLab Detroit

karenb@spacelabdetroit.com

313.960.4477

* Disclaimer:

Be advised that the event information provided in this Call to Artists is being hosted by SpaceLab Detroit in coordination with the Detroit Month of Design’s Opening Celebration. However, it is important to clarify that Design Core Detroit, the producer of the Detroit Month of Design and the Opening Party, is not responsible for organizing the specific Call to Artists outlined in this document. The details, guidelines, and content of this call are the sole responsibility of SpaceLab Detroit.

Also note that while SpaceLab Detroit serves as the fiduciary and administrator for the City of Detroit City Walls Mural Program, the event detailed in this Call to Artists is not organized under the City Walls initiative. The information provided in this call pertains solely to the independent event hosted by SpaceLab Detroit in conjunction with the Detroit Month of Design. Any references made to the City of Detroit City Walls Mural Program are for informational purposes only and do not imply an association between the two events. Participants, artists, and attendees should be aware that this event is distinct from the City Walls program and is conducted independently by SpaceLab Detroit.