APPLY NOW: artwork commission 18 Blackfriars Hoarding

18 Blackfriars Rd, London SE1 9JU

Deadline: 8th December
Installation: 27th Jan – 24th Feb 2025
Fee: £40,000

Using construction site hoardings around 15 Blackfriars, this project will engage communities, improve the street setting as works progress and build the understanding of the place as a cultural destination.

How it’s good for artists:
Incredible visibility and launching careers
Huge platform in Central London
Selected by neighbouring Tate Turbine Hall curator.

How it’s good for communities:
New outdoor gallery of rotating shows that has something to offer local groups- either by local residents, or has a thematic of the culture/history of the area of Blackfriars.

Open call criteria for artists to apply:

1) tell us what you’d do
2) how would you use a £40k budget- broken down into fees and materials.
3) what’s your timeline
4) how is it related to Blackfriars
5) how will you engage the local community
6) full list of artists included
7) examples of previous relevant work
8) digital mock up of idea
9) how will it be maintained – vandalism/graffiti etc
10) confirm the work to be done between 27th Jan – 24th February 2025- no later.

Timeframe:
8th December: Close Open Call
W/c 16th December: interviews take place
W/c 6th January:announce selected proposal
W/c 27th January: work to start.
W/c 24th February: work installed/completed.
Launch party TBC

PLEASE NOTE

We will prioritise those that we believe that this opportunity might help them reach the next stage of their career. We are committed to supporting creatives and communities most in need & will prioritise creatives who declare they are struggling – whether financially, mentally or physically.

We are committed to supporting the roots of the cultural ecosystem & therefore will take into consideration any hardships or needs applicants declare

Application Deadline

All applications must be made online using the link below, and must be received no later than 6pm on Sunday 8th December 2024