DEMO Project is an artist-run
contemporary project gallery in Springfield, Illinois. The space was launched
in September of 2013 with the knowledge that the small bungalow home in which
we reside is slated for demolition. The demolition of our facility now comes
more into focus: the structure could come down as soon as spring 2017, though
it’s still unclear. Much like the terrain of contemporary art, the future is
unknown and unpredictable --- but our focus remains honed on cultivating a
strong and meaningful presence of contemporary art in our immediate community
of Springfield and our region of Central Illinois.
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In response to the inevitable demolition of our current (and
beloved) facility, we solicit proposals for expanded programming. We are happy
to announce a small back gallery space for which we will accept proposals, as
well as a call for proposals that are not reliant on an interior exhibition
space, but rather: the front and back porch of DEMO Project, the adjacent empty
lot and surrounding lawn, the exterior surface of the home, etc. Any
interpretation or potential use of the exterior site and surrounding grounds
will be considered. Proposals may be singularly devoted to the new gallery
space or the grounds, or both. We are particularly interested in proposals that
utilize exterior site and adjacent grounds.
This new facet of programming is malleable, and will be
steered by the proposals that we receive. We welcome proposals from artists,
collectives, and curators.
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Proposals can be ephemeral, happening only in conjunction
with opening nights for exhibits in our main space, or they can run for the
duration of accompanying exhibits that are scheduled in the main space.
Caveats:
-Works that rely on the exterior of DEMO Project or adjacent
grounds will not be secure or insured, or protected from theft or
vandalism
-Because DEMO Project is located in a residential area, works
must be securely installed and mindful of the neighborhood presence
DEMO Project provides:
-Installation support
-Marketing and promotion of projects
DEMO Project does not provide:
-Shipping costs
-Travel
-Insurance
Now accepting proposals for 2017 exhibitions at DEMO Project. Deadline: September 19.
Submissions should include:
-5 to 10 images that reflect or inform the proposed project
and/or body of work that you propose
-Image list
-One-page proposal for intended project or exhibition
-Curriculum Vitae
-Statement
Managing members of DEMO Project: - Brad Balster
- Brytton Bjorngaard
- Shane Harris
- Allison Lacher
- Jeff Robinson
Visit www.demoprojectspace.com/for-artists for a
gallery floor plan that will offer dimensions for the new back gallery space.
Additional measurements and images of the exterior site are available for
reference.
Send proposal materials and/or inquiries to demoprojectspace@gmail.com
732 N 4th St.
Springfield, Illinois
62702
Springfield, Illinois
62702
