Call for Artists: An Outdoor Art Competition

2nd Annual Detroit River ArtScape


June 14-23    Detroit ArtScape Logo
Detroit, Michigan
Along the Detroit River Walk
15 Artists
Deadline: May 10

Detroit River ArtScape is starting early this year!  ArtScape will open on June 14th and will run through the Detroit River Days Festival,  June 21st-23rd.  This national competition is open to all artists with an interest in exhibiting art of any medium along the Detroit riverfront.  In its second year, 15 artists will be selected to showcase their large, weather-worthy pieces, and win cash prizes of more than $15,000.

The purpose of the event is to promote arts and culture in Detroit and to showcase the Detroit riverfront as well as to promote the Arts to the Metro Detroit community and specifically to the 100,000 plus people who attend the River Days Festival.

ArtScape2012
By: Anton Anderssen for ArtScape 2012


Please note:

  • This year, ArtScape will be hosted solely outdoors, along the Detroit River Walk.
  • We are looking for large, eye-catching pieces that will have impact on the appearance of the riverfront.
  • To accommodate the scale of works we are seeking, we will provide over-sized display areas for each artist.  This can vary based on the size and orientation of the installation.  Prior experience in outdoor installations is recommended.
  • There will be opportunities for promotion and sale of your work through our multi-faceted PR campaign.  You cannot be in the Metro Detroit area during River Days without hearing about our festival many times a day, through many media outlets.
  • The grounds of the festival will be well guarded by 24-hour security.
  • Display spaces will be well lit for nighttime viewing, and each artist will be provided an electrical source as well as a table and two chairs for their comfort.
  • The diverse atmosphere of Detroit River Days will draw attention to works of art from all over the state and tri-county area as well as our friends from Canada.


During the week prior to River Days, artists will have an opportunity to be interviewed by members of the media and possibly be featured in Key Media outlets, including print, radio and television.  We encourage you to apply early; think BIG and send us images that capture the essence of your efforts!

Of special note: Application fee $20. If you are one of the 15 chosen you will be paid $600 to exhibit and be eligible for $15,000 in cash prizes.

Apply: www.JuriedArtServices.com
For more information: Lisa Konikow, Art director, Detroit River ArtScape
(248)914-8911 or email: lisa@artsbeatseats.com
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