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Portable Works Collection Purchase — Seattle Office of Arts & Culture
  • Who Can Apply: Professional artists residing in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, or British Columbia, Canada.
  • The Focus: This program acquires existing 2D artworks for the city's public collection. It aims to showcase regional talent within municipal buildings for public enjoyment.
  • The Funding: The city purchases artworks at market value, typically not exceeding $5,000 USD per piece.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants submit up to 5 available artworks with their title, medium, dimensions, and price.
DeadlineRolling deadline
Award$5,000 USD
Application fee$0
LocationSeattle, WA
ParticipationRemote
Career stagesAll Stages
Application notesWhen the call is open, artists are invited to submit up to five available, ready-to-hang, two-dimensional artworks for consideration. For each piece, the submission must include the title, year of creation, medium, dimensions, and the retail price. The application is typically submitted through an online portal. The selection is made by a curatorial panel that reviews the submissions and recommends purchases based on artistic excellence and the needs of the collection.
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