Call for Artists - CKY & BYC Mural Project

Project Goals & Themes

The Chatham-Kent to the Power of Young People – CKY Advisory Group and Bkejwanong Youth Council (BYC) are inviting artists between the ages of 15 and 39 connected to Chatham-Kent and Walpole Island First Nation to submit proposals for a collaborative mural to be placed on the Chatham-Kent Police Station in Wallaceburg.

Public art designs should be vibrant, positive works focused on celebrating the stories and features of the Chatham-Kent and Bkejwanong communities. Artists will collaborate with members of the CKY Advisory Group and BYC to confirm themes and key messages to be featured. Artists are encouraged to include in their proposal suggested content that tells stories of Chatham-Kent and Bkejwanong young people which speak to:

  • staying true to your roots;
  • the relationship of young people to the environment/nature;
  • planting seeds for future generations, and;
  • “walking in two worlds” with themes of staying true to your roots while navigating the modern world.

The selected artists (1 from Chatham-Kent and 1 from Bkejwanong territory) will work collaboratively together as well as gain input from the CKY Advisory Group and BYC on key messaging and final imagery. The artists will produce and install the mural in Spring 2024.

Mural Site

The installation of the mural will be on the Chatham-Kent Police Station in Wallaceburg, on traditional Bkejwanong territory. The size of the wall will host a mural that is 10 feet x 10 feet.

The land that is known as Chatham-Kent today was established as part of Treaty #2, the McKee Purchase Treaty of 1790. At that time, the land was also inhabited by the Three Fires Confederacy: the Odawa, Potawatomi and Ojibwe. These Indigenous Nations, known as the Anishinaabeg and Lunaapeew, agreed to the mutual sharing of the land, with obligations and responsibilities to the environment. Today, Chatham-Kent neighbours the Lunaapeew at Delaware Nation which is part of the McKee Purchase Treaty, as well as the unceded territory of the Bkejwanong Walpole Island First Nation. Chatham-Kent continues to be home to diverse First Nations Peoples and Métis Peoples. As beneficiaries of the treaty, we recognize all Peoples have responsibilities including collective responsibilities to the land and water.

Compensation

$5,000 divided equally between two artists. Payment will be issued to successful artists once the final mural is installed.

Artist Eligibility

  • Open to Artists of any experience level (emerging, mid-career and established).
  • Open to Artists currently residing or practicing in Chatham-Kent and Bkejwanong territory
  • Artists between the ages of 15 and 39. Artists under 18 years of age are eligible to apply but must have their parent or legal guardian sign all required documents on their behalf.
  • Municipality of Chatham-Kent employees are not eligible to submit proposals to this call.
  • Artists may submit more than one proposal to this call. Each proposal should be submitted separately.
  • Subject matter must be suitable for all ages.

Submission Deadline and Delivery

The submission deadline has now passed.

Selection

A selection panel comprising the CKY Advisory Group and BYC, local artists, arts professionals, and municipal representatives will determine the successful applicant from Chatham-Kent.

Selection criteria:

  1. Interpretation and the clarity of the theme - The Artist’s submission addresses the goals and themes of the public art opportunity. Max points: 10, Min points to pass: 5
  2. Creativity and originality - The concept and proposed work effectively communicates the Artist’s unique and original perspective, showcasing skill in their chosen craft. Max points: 10, Min points to pass: 6
  3. Creativity and originality Max points: 10, Min points to pass: 5
  4. Overall impression - What is the effect of the artwork in general and as a whole? Overall, does the artwork stand on its own as a complete and outstanding work of art? Max points: 10, Min points to pass: 5
  5. Quality of the artwork and artistic skill demonstrated. Max points: 10, Min points to pass: 5

The Bkejwanong artist will be chosen by the BYC.

Both artists will be connected at the beginning of the project launch and work closely with the BYC and CKY Advisory Group.

The final mural design will be submitted to the Chatham-Kent Police Services (CKPS) for final approval before installation. CKPS will be engaged on the installation logistics and municipal staff (through Community Attraction and Promotion) will support leading the installation process.

Selection Process: How are the artists selected and notified?

Artists not selected will receive an email from the Manager, Community Attraction and Promotion thanking them for taking the time to participate.

Artists selected will receive an email from the Manager, Community Attraction and Promotion informing them that their artwork was chosen. Artists selected will be given an agreement and advised that once the signed agreement is returned that a cheque request will be issued, asking accounting to send payment.

Project Schedule (subject to change)

  • Submission deadline: Wednesday, February 14, at 4:30PM.
  • Artists selected: March 2024
  • Installation starting: Spring 2023

Final Displays of Work

Pictures of the completed installations will be shared with via social media.

Reserved Rights and Privileges of the Municipality

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent reserves the right to not award the commission to any Artist and to cancel or re-issue the call at any time.

Project Goals & Themes

The Chatham-Kent to the Power of Young People – CKY Advisory Group and Bkejwanong Youth Council (BYC) are inviting artists between the ages of 15 and 39 connected to Chatham-Kent and Walpole Island First Nation to submit proposals for a collaborative mural to be placed on the Chatham-Kent Police Station in Wallaceburg.

Public art designs should be vibrant, positive works focused on celebrating the stories and features of the Chatham-Kent and Bkejwanong communities. Artists will collaborate with members of the CKY Advisory Group and BYC to confirm themes and key messages to be featured. Artists are encouraged to include in their proposal suggested content that tells stories of Chatham-Kent and Bkejwanong young people which speak to:

  • staying true to your roots;
  • the relationship of young people to the environment/nature;
  • planting seeds for future generations, and;
  • “walking in two worlds” with themes of staying true to your roots while navigating the modern world.

The selected artists (1 from Chatham-Kent and 1 from Bkejwanong territory) will work collaboratively together as well as gain input from the CKY Advisory Group and BYC on key messaging and final imagery. The artists will produce and install the mural in Spring 2024.

Mural Site

The installation of the mural will be on the Chatham-Kent Police Station in Wallaceburg, on traditional Bkejwanong territory. The size of the wall will host a mural that is 10 feet x 10 feet.

The land that is known as Chatham-Kent today was established as part of Treaty #2, the McKee Purchase Treaty of 1790. At that time, the land was also inhabited by the Three Fires Confederacy: the Odawa, Potawatomi and Ojibwe. These Indigenous Nations, known as the Anishinaabeg and Lunaapeew, agreed to the mutual sharing of the land, with obligations and responsibilities to the environment. Today, Chatham-Kent neighbours the Lunaapeew at Delaware Nation which is part of the McKee Purchase Treaty, as well as the unceded territory of the Bkejwanong Walpole Island First Nation. Chatham-Kent continues to be home to diverse First Nations Peoples and Métis Peoples. As beneficiaries of the treaty, we recognize all Peoples have responsibilities including collective responsibilities to the land and water.

Compensation

$5,000 divided equally between two artists. Payment will be issued to successful artists once the final mural is installed.

Artist Eligibility

  • Open to Artists of any experience level (emerging, mid-career and established).
  • Open to Artists currently residing or practicing in Chatham-Kent and Bkejwanong territory
  • Artists between the ages of 15 and 39. Artists under 18 years of age are eligible to apply but must have their parent or legal guardian sign all required documents on their behalf.
  • Municipality of Chatham-Kent employees are not eligible to submit proposals to this call.
  • Artists may submit more than one proposal to this call. Each proposal should be submitted separately.
  • Subject matter must be suitable for all ages.

Submission Deadline and Delivery

The submission deadline has now passed.

Selection

A selection panel comprising the CKY Advisory Group and BYC, local artists, arts professionals, and municipal representatives will determine the successful applicant from Chatham-Kent.

Selection criteria:

  1. Interpretation and the clarity of the theme - The Artist’s submission addresses the goals and themes of the public art opportunity. Max points: 10, Min points to pass: 5
  2. Creativity and originality - The concept and proposed work effectively communicates the Artist’s unique and original perspective, showcasing skill in their chosen craft. Max points: 10, Min points to pass: 6
  3. Creativity and originality Max points: 10, Min points to pass: 5
  4. Overall impression - What is the effect of the artwork in general and as a whole? Overall, does the artwork stand on its own as a complete and outstanding work of art? Max points: 10, Min points to pass: 5
  5. Quality of the artwork and artistic skill demonstrated. Max points: 10, Min points to pass: 5

The Bkejwanong artist will be chosen by the BYC.

Both artists will be connected at the beginning of the project launch and work closely with the BYC and CKY Advisory Group.

The final mural design will be submitted to the Chatham-Kent Police Services (CKPS) for final approval before installation. CKPS will be engaged on the installation logistics and municipal staff (through Community Attraction and Promotion) will support leading the installation process.

Selection Process: How are the artists selected and notified?

Artists not selected will receive an email from the Manager, Community Attraction and Promotion thanking them for taking the time to participate.

Artists selected will receive an email from the Manager, Community Attraction and Promotion informing them that their artwork was chosen. Artists selected will be given an agreement and advised that once the signed agreement is returned that a cheque request will be issued, asking accounting to send payment.

Project Schedule (subject to change)

  • Submission deadline: Wednesday, February 14, at 4:30PM.
  • Artists selected: March 2024
  • Installation starting: Spring 2023

Final Displays of Work

Pictures of the completed installations will be shared with via social media.

Reserved Rights and Privileges of the Municipality

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent reserves the right to not award the commission to any Artist and to cancel or re-issue the call at any time.

Page last updated: 20 Feb 2024, 08:51 AM