DTOLive! Call for POP-UP Creative Storefronts

Overview

United Arts Creative Placemaking team is activating creative pop-ups in available storefronts throughout Downtown Orlando. The vision is to activate vibrancy in storefronts with pop-up art exhibitions showcasing local artists' work in the heart of Downtown Orlando to bring economic vitality and increase pedestrian activity.

What to Submit

Any artist or creative designer working in any medium can submit credentials. The art for the spaces can range from sculptural, visual art exhibitions, fashion displays, set design, and creative, scalable window installations. The creation of a new work is not required; however, all work should be suitable for public display for all audiences (PG rating).

Eligibility

Artists must be local to the Central Florida region (Lake, Orange, Osceola, or Seminole counties). Artists, Artist Collectives, Students 18+, and Organizations are eligible to apply.

Selection Criteria

The panel shall consider Quality of the artist's work, Provability of Scale, Aesthetic merit/quality/enduring value, and Experience and other qualifications of the artist.

Award

Selected artists will receive a stipend up to $2,000 to cover all materials, installation, transportation, parking, design fees, and artists' time per site.

Timeline

• Once contracted, installation must be completed within 40 days of the award
• Installations will be in place for a minimum of 30 days and up to 90 days, depending on the location and leasing terms
• This period may be extended, and any extension would be communicated to the artist

Recognition

Selected artists will be recognized at the installation site, on the DTOLive! Website, and United Arts Social Media Outlets.

How to Apply

Artists must submit a complete application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All submissions will be reviewed by a panel led by United Arts and the City of Orlando's Downtown Development Board. For questions about completing the application, contact [email protected].