How would you change the face of Tacoma? Apply to Spaceworks and be a part of the conversation.
Spaceworks Tacoma is currently seeking applications for its three tracks: Artscapes, Creative Enterprise, and Special Projects Residencies. Artists, organizations, community groups and creative entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply. Through this application cycle, participants will be identified to fill no- and low-cost temporary vacant spaces in Tacoma through 2013. Deadline: June 10, 2013
1) Artscapes temporarily places 2-dimensional, 3-dimensional or new media art installations in interior window storefronts. The program offers an artist stipend of $500 to support the creation of new work and site-specific projects, or the installation of existing work. Click here to review application guidelines and apply.
2) Special Projects offers dedicated practicing artists the chance to pursue projects and develop work in any discipline for up to six months. Temporary space is provided dependent on space availability and project success. Residencies are not open to the public, except for special events or open houses determined by Spaceworks or the participant. Click here to review application guidelines and apply.
3) Creative Enterprise provides artists, designers, crafters, consultants, organizations, community groups and other fledgling entrepreneurs the chance to test new products and services in a no- or low-cost temporary space for up to six months. But it’s not just about space, this track provides relevant and meaningful professional development and peer-to-peer support to the participants to systematically grow Tacoma’s creative class and generate destination quality activity that will engage and transform our community. All Creative Enterprises are expected to hold a set of regular weekly hours open to the public, including participation in occasional Spaceworks events. Click here to review application guidelines and apply.
Deadline to apply is June 10, 2013.
We look forward to hearing your ideas!