Are you ready to push boundaries and redefine boldness through your art? FascinAsian Film Festival invites Asian diaspora artists to create immersive, multi-sensory works that explore the essence of Being Bold.
This unique exhibition, hosted at the iconic Calgary Central Library, will weave together sight, sound, and scent for a transformative artistic experience.
Your Challenge: Deconstruct Being Bold Through:
- Personal lenses: Share your unique journey and heritage.
- Artistic risk-taking: Challenge norms, take risks, and innovate.
- Challenging inherited narratives: Reimagine the stories passed down through generations.
What your complete multisensory art experience will include:
- Visual art: An original piece that fits the challenge (new or existing work).
- Sound: An audio track or music that deepens the experience of the visual art (your own or publicly available).
- Smell: A scent (created or purchased) to enhance the experience.
- A 300-word artist statement that ties it all together.
What You’ll Receive:
- $500 honorarium + up to $200 for materials/production.
- A platform to showcase your work on the main floor of the Calgary Central Library during the FascinAsian Film Festival (May 1-4, 2025).
Key Dates:
- Call Opens: December 15, 2024
- Submission Deadline: January 28, 2025 (Lunar New Year)
- Selection Deadline: February 19th, 2025
- Exhibition Dates: May 1–4, 2025
Selection Criteria:
We’re seeking fearless creatives of Asian heritage who embody:
- Radical artistic interpretation
- Emotional authenticity
- Technical excellence
Submission Guidelines:
Please submit a single PDF document containing the following information on this Google form:
- A written concept outlining the proposed multisensory experience.
- Artist biography & headshot.
- Budget for supplies if needed.
- Examples of previous work.
Deadline: January 28, 2025 send to calgary@fascinasian.ca
Let’s make boldness unforgettable. Are you in?
Submit now and show the world what Being Bold means to you.
For full details and submission guidelines, visit the link below or email us at
calgary@fascinasian.ca
Additional Information
Note that there is no guarantee of showcasing your project even if selected. Also note that all artwork submitted requires sign off for permission to reproduce for promotional purposes on the website, program guide or other. Note that there will be up to eight projects selected for the exhibition and display. There is also no reimbursement for artwork submitted that is not selected for the exhibition.