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Unsolicited Proposal Program

Soliciting Unsolicited Exhibition Proposals

Continuing our annual Unsolicited Proposal Program, we will accept 600-word, idea-based proposals for evaluation by an international panel of apexart associates (curators, artists, writers, philosophers). Submissions are reviewed independently, anonymously and without visual support material—they are evaluated solely on the strength of the idea. No mountain too high, no river too deep!

Previous curatorial experience is in no way required, and will not factor into the selection process.

The two proposals with the highest ratings will be presented at apexart in the 2010-11 season (September 2010 to July 2011). For those in or outside the field, this program is a unique opportunity to have a professionally mounted exhibition in New York City!

Applications are welcomed and encouraged from around the world.
CHECK BACK HERE FOR APPLICATION LINK STARTING FEBRUARY 15.

Guidelines for 2010/11 season

• Exhibition proposals will be accepted ONLINE ONLY from FEBRUARY 15 - MARCH 15, 2010.

• Submissions are limited to 600 words maximum and should emphasize and explain the idea behind the show.

• You will receive an e-mail confirmation upon submission. If you do not, please contact us.

• Final results will be e-mailed to submitters and posted online by MAY 30, 2010.

FAQs

Q: Can I send more than one proposal?
A: No, please send your best one, we will only accept one proposal per person with no exceptions in an effort to save wear on our jurors.

Q: When will the selected exhibitions be on view at apexart?
A: The two exhibitions are currently scheduled to take place from September 2010 to July 2011.

Q: Who can submit an exhibition proposal?
A: We welcome and encourage proposals from all interested individuals.

Q: Do I have to be a curator?
A: Previous curatorial experience is in no way required, and will not factor into the selection process. We will provide complete administrative support and assistance.

Q: Can I or should I submit images or cvs?
A: No, we do not accept images, catalogs, resumés, cv, or other support materials. Only the 600-word submission will be considered.

Q: I am an artist, can I submit an exhibition of my own work?
A: We do not accept proposals for one person shows and discourage artists who are acting as curators from including their own work in their proposal.

Q. Who juries the exhibition proposals?
A. The proposals are evaluated by twelve creative professionals who have been associated with apexart, in a "blind" numerical process with no discussion among them, and no input from apexart staff. Every year the jury changes.

Q: Should my proposal include artist names and descriptions of their work?
A: You may include artists names if you like. Most importantly, your proposal should emphasize the concept of the show in your proposal.

Q: Do I need to contact and confirm artists prior to submitting?
A: You do not need to contact artists prior to applying. We expect that the list may change and encourage you to emphasize the concept of the show in your proposal.

Q: I am an artist, can I still apply?
A: Yes, but the show proposed must be a group show.

Q: Can curatorial teams apply together?
A: Yes.

Q: How many submissions will be selected?
A: Two exhibitions will be selected.

Q: Can I submit a travelling exhibition?
A: No, we will not consider proposals for exhibitions that have been previously exhibited elsewhere.

Q. What is the exhibition budget and what does it cover?
A. For the selected proposal, apexart will provide a $5,000 budget for travel (curator/artists), transportation of artwork, and general expenses. We will also provide a $2,000 curatorial honorarium for organization and brochure essay (approx. 1400 words). apexart's exhibition space is modest at about 80 sq. m./900 sq. ft. The emphasis of your proposal should be on the idea behind the show and organizers/curators are encouraged to work within the size and budget limitations as part of the creative challenge. Additional funds may be obtained by apexart and the curator/organizer to assist with shipping art and artists' travel, however the curator/organizer is under no obligation to raise funds.

Q: I still have questions, who can I contact?
A: Send an email with your questions to info@apexart.org and we will respond quickly. No calls please.

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Please feel free to contact us prior to submission if you have any questions.

Read past selected proposals:

2009/10
Sandra Skurvida and Antony Hudek
2008/09
Franklin Evans & Paul David Young and Harley Spiller

2007/08
Sarah Lookofsky & Lillian Fellmann and Antonia Majaca & Ivana Bago
2006/07
Elena Filipovic and Cristiana Perrella
2005/06
Mercedes Vicente and Mark Soo
2004/05
Amiel Grumberg and Christian Stayner
2003/04
Atteqa Ali and Craig Buckley
Updated: January 21, 2010