Shifting Perspectives on Trauma - Art Exhibition
For International artists
ABOUT THE PERCEPTION PROJECT
The Perception Project is a Los Angeles based art-for-healing non-profit organization devoted to providing survivors of trauma with services that take on creative forms as expressive outlets and serve the local community. Between an artist/survivor collaboration, the muse provides a personal story, and the artist creates a masterpiece showcasing the muse's strength and inner beauty. These works are showcased through public art exhibitions designed to promote mental-health awareness, then gifted to the muses as a symbol of their strength.
DESCRIPTION
About the Project:
The volunteer artist will
a) Receive a written story based upon the experiences of a trauma survivor (muse)
OR
b) Meet a trauma survivor (muse) in person to listen to the muse’s experiences with the presence of a therapist or mental health professional
and use it as inspiration to create an artwork meant to empower and inject positivity to the muse. Artwork is donated to the muse after the end of the exhibition. Acceptable mediums are canvas, wood panels, paper, digital prints, mixed media, visual art, and photography. A gift card or an art supplies goodie bag will be allocated to each artist (or artist team) to cover partial cost of materials. Artist travel fees are not covered.
Art Goals:
Works of art are created then gifted to the muses (survivors) as a symbol of their internal strength to continue thriving in life. The Perception Project devotes its creative platform towards promoting mental health awareness, maximizing community partnerships, local community involvement, providing meaningful work experience, and above all encouraging a shift towards positive perspective.
Site:
The art exhibition will be held at a private gallery in Los Angeles, CA. The event will be open to the public.
ELIGIBILITY
All artists who are passionate about making a positive difference in the community are encouraged to apply. Application eligibility is not restricted to geographic location. Due to the sensitive nature of the material, artists must be 18 years of age or older. Artists will be responsible for all shipping costs. All entries must represent original works.
HOW TO APPLY
No entry fees. All documents must be submitted by email to info@theperceptionproject.org with your full name in the subject line of the email, along with Artist Applicant.
(Example: Jane Smith/Artist Applicant)
Please include:
Resume or CV
Cover Letter or Artist Statement
3 References
3-5 Images
Professional quality images of work are highly recommended. Poor quality images or small files may be disqualified. Please include on each image of work: name, title, medium and number of image.
(Example: Smith_ Jane_title_medium_1.jpg)
If artist teams apply, all documents are required for each team member.
Deadline: 05-31-2019
The Perception Project
Los Angeles, CA
Contact: Suzy Khrom
email: info@theperceptionproject.org
Phone:
Website: www.theperceptionproject.org