1. Commission Aim To create an aspirational new installation, exhibition or performance that is informed by the stories of our local community on the theme of migration, journeys and new beginnings. Objectives: a) To offer a high quality, diverse and relevant offer for residents at all stages of their lives, that is both an engaging and accessible cultural experience for the people of High Wycombe b) To create and install a temporary artwork/performance informed by stories of local residents (at the hub and/or at another High Wycombe venue) c) Through meaningful engagement with a range of local residents and diverse communities in creative workshops for example, the commission will incorporate authentic voices and lived experiences. d) To uphold the core We Make Wycombe themes of celebration, connection, communication and building local capacity e) To enable exploration and celebration of identity and belonging in High Wycombe, inspiring reflection, pride and optimism. f) WMW is committed to environmental responsibility and expects all participating artists to demonstrate environmentally responsible principles within their work and practise. Applicants should outline how they consider the environmental impact of their activities in their proposal. Applications are welcome from all artists, makers and creatives, with those based in High Wycombe of particular interest to the selection panel. A fully inclusive fee of £5,000 - £7,000 is available for this piece of work. This is inclusive of fabrication/creation of work, installation, community engagement costs, taxes and all expenses. We are seeking an artist(s)/maker(s)/creative(s) able to: Deliver engaging creative workshops for people of a range of ages, abilities and backgrounds Respond to the theme of the commission in an interesting and unique way Embed community stories in their work in a way that honours and values both the commissioned artist's practice and the participants' input Present their work to the wider network of artists and creatives in High Wycombe to provide an insight into their own practice and foster a collaborative and supportive creative community To apply for this commission please submit a proposal ahead of the stated deadline. Proposals will then be shortlisted and a number of applicants will be asked to attend a panel interview to discuss their work in more detail. Please see https://wemakewycombe.org/artist-commission - Artist Commission for details of how proposals will be assessed. Proposal deadline: 15th Feb 2025 (midnight) To submit a proposal, please provide: For further information please visit the website https://wemakewycombe.org/artist-commission and/or contact Antosh via: [email protected]Job Summary
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Panel interviews: w/c 2nd & 9th March 2025
Selection: 16th March 2025
Commission delivery: April-June 2025
• An artist proposal that outlines your practice and your approach to this commission, including how you will engage the community (up to 2 A4 pages or 6-10 minutes of recording or 6-10 minutes of film).
• Up to 3 examples of previous, relevant work
• A budget break down showing how you will use the fee.
If you wish to speak to someone about We Make Wycombe in advance of submitting a proposal, please contact Antosh.