One State Together in the Arts announces call for artists
Arts Alliance Illinois and the Illinois Arts Council Agency announce that the 2020 One State Together in the Arts conference will take place online Sept. 28 to Oct. 2. The conference is free for all participants.
One State Together in the Arts (Illinois) is the only statewide conference focused on creative professionals, representing a broad range of disciplines. The conference brings together more than 300 leaders and practitioners from the creative industries and beyond, featuring keynote presentations, interactive breakout sessions, live performances and exhibitions, and insights from local communities.
Given the changed landscape for our sector and our world, the One State 2020 conference will focus on Relief, Recovery, and Revitalization. Previously scheduled to take place in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, the conference will continue to provide selections from the Bloomington-Normal arts and culture community throughout the week of online sessions.
Two project grants are available for individual artists or an artist collective or collaboration, to design and facilitate/present new artworks or projects that engage the statewide organizations, artists and culture makers that would have normally connected in-person via the One State conference and show the beauty, diversity, and importance of the arts and culture sector.
Interactive projects that foster connections and experiences between artists and organizations across the state are encouraged, as well as works conscious of equity and inclusion, and geographic diversity.
An amount of $5,000 is available to each artist/collective, for honorarium and expenses. Eligibility for participation is limited to residents in the state of Illinois, over age 18, regardless of citizenship status. Highest consideration is given to artists with a record of consistent professional engagement and high quality.
Submissions must include a Statement of Interest, Project Proposal, Budget, Artist's Statement and Current Resume. It is highly recommended that artists also include samples and additional materials.
Materials must be submitted by July 31 at 11:59 p.m. For details, contact Kacie Smith, smith@artsalliance.org or visit artsalliance.org/onestate.