10/10/08
CALL FOR ARTISTS: Strand Ephemera 2009
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery is calling for proposals from artists to participate in Strand Ephemera 2009. Strand Ephemera is a sculpture exhibition along Townsville's 2km Strand, held from 4 - 14 September 2009.
A variety of sites are available for artists to use, and images can be viewed on the website.
For entry forms, conditions of entry, selection criteria and further information visit:
www.townsville.qld.gov.au/recreation/gallery/perctucker
or contact Eric Nash
t. (07) 4727 9673 Â Â Â f. (07) 4772 3656 e. eric.nash@townsville.qld.gov.au
or visit the Gallery reception desk
Proposals to be received by 5pm Friday 12 December 2008.
Strand Ephemera 2009 is a major biennial outdoor sculpture project to be held in Townsville from 4 - 14 September. Expressions of interest are invited from artists across Australia and 20 proposals are selected primarily on the basis of meeting high artistic standards in contemporary practice. The exhibition is site-specific, with artists choosing their sites prior to application, and is complemented by a developed public program including artist lectures, workshops and a public art forum - beneficial for local community. The exhibition attracts in the vicinity of 80,000 enthusiastic viewers, and is a highlight in Townsville's art calendar.