Grant Workshop - Group Session with Peter Kingstone

GRANT WRITING SESSION with Peter Kingstone
Date: Wednesday, April 8, 6pm - 8pm
Location: Remote Gallery, Gallery A, 568 Richmond St W
Free event — limited spots available

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As artists ourselves, we know how challenging grant writing can be. To help, we've invited Peter Kingstone, Akin member and Program Manager at the Toronto Arts Council, to facilitate a group work session specifically focused on the Visual Arts Creation Grant.

About the Visual Arts Creation Grant

The Toronto Arts Council Visual Arts Creation Grant supports individual visual artists in the creation of new work, including drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, mixed media, and installation. This grant has a rolling deadline, allowing applicants to apply throughout the year.

For more details and full eligibility, visit the TAC website.

If you haven’t already registered with the Toronto Arts Council, you’ll need to create an account through their grants portal to view and apply for the Visual Arts Creation Grant. You can register and access the application system here. 

Registration is free and only takes a few minutes. Make sure to complete this step early so you can review the grant requirements and start your application.

How the Session Works

This is a focused, hands-on session rather than a general information presentation. Participants are asked to prepare an in-progress draft project proposal—the core section of your grant application that describes what you plan to do and why.

To make the session as productive as possible, you must upload your in-progress grant application to the TAC portal at least one day before the session. This gives Peter time to review everyone’s drafts beforehand so he can come prepared with more thoughtful and specific feedback.

During the session, Peter will begin by explaining what makes a strong application for the Visual Arts Creation Grant. The group will then collaboratively read and offer feedback on one another’s drafts in a supportive environment. This is a great opportunity to co-work, ask questions, and strengthen your grant writing in a group setting.

Who Should Attend

• Visual artists applying or planning to apply to the TAC Visual Arts Creation Grant.
  
  

• Artists with or without prior grant writing experience.
  
  

• Those interested in peer collaboration and feedback.
  
  

• Attendance is limited to 12 participants to maintain a productive group size.

Accessibility

Remote Gallery is on street level with step-free access and the entrance doors are 37" wide. The doors are automated by a push button system. There is step-free access throughout the gallery space. There are two gender-neutral washrooms both with step-free access. The washroom doors are not automated, the door knobs are round, and the toilets are not raised. For more information about Remote Gallery, click here.

About Peter Kingstone

Peter Kingstone is a Toronto-based visual artist and curator, working primarily in video and photography. As an independent artist, Peter’s installation pieces have been shown across Canada and internationally, and he was awarded the Untitled Artist Award in 2005 for his installation The Strange Case of peter K. (1974–2004). Peter holds a degree in Philosophy/Cultural Studies from Trent University in Peterborough and a Master of Fine Art focusing on video and new media from York University in Toronto. Peter has presented at many conferences on storytelling and social engagement. He began in September 2012 as the Acting Visual/Media Arts Program Manager at Toronto Arts Council

Paralia Newcomer Arts Network - Support for newcomer and refugee artists

Paralia supports and promotes newcomer artists as well as encourages their self-sustainability by providing them with the skills and resources needed in order to establish an artistic presence in Canada.

Toronto Arts Council has announced two new granting programs for newcomer and refugee artists. Individual artists working in any discipline can apply to develop their arts practice with the help of a mentor through the Newcomer and Refugee Artist Mentorship program. Organizations and collectives that are engaging newcomers and refugees through the arts can apply for funding through the Newcomer and Refugee Arts Engagement program. For more information about these programs, visit: torontoartscouncil.org/Newcomer

Newcomer and Refugee Artist Mentorship
For individuals
The total grant is $10,000. $5,000 is paid directly to the applicant and $5,000 is paid directly to the mentor.

Newcomer and Refugee Arts Engagement:
For organizations and collectives
The set grant amount is $20,000. This grant may cover up to 100% of project costs.

Call for Artists Proposals – TAC and TAF Entrance Hall Mural

Submission Deadline: November 4, 2016

Location: ground floor vestibule entrance to Toronto Arts Council/Toronto Arts Foundation (second floor) and Downtown Montessori Child Learning Centre (first floor). Entrance is a high traffic indoor space (length:11’8” x width:”7’11” x height:11’3”) including an elevator door.

Purpose of Commission:
Completed works of art will:

• Demonstrate artistic excellence
• Be reflective of the community
• Be safe for the public
• Be durable and easily maintained
• Be appropriate for the location.

Submission Requirements:

1. Proposal outline
   An outline of the proposed concept (1 page). Indicate your approach to art-making, stating how you will interpret the space, which materials and equipment will be used, size of the finished work, how much and how the work would be installed/painted.
2. Current Resumé
   Maximum three pages focusing on experience directly relevant to the project. Include your name, mailing address, telephone number and email address. If multiple artists are involved, include each artist’s resumé and indicate one contact person.
3. Support Material
   A maximum of 10 digital image files are permitted for artists and artist teams and 1 page support material list.Digital images must be PC-compatible in JPG, 72 dpi and no larger than 2 MB each. Including mock-ups of proposed project is considered an asset, but not required. Support Material List should include title of work, date created, medium, and dimensions. Name Images: 01_lastname_firstname
4. Additional Requirements
   • The mural may not contain any advertising
   • Artists are responsible for all materials and equipment on site
   • Artists will be required to maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times
   • Artists must use paint that is low VOC, and make sure all materials are child friendly and are for indoor use
   • Applicants must be residents of the City of Toronto for at least one year prior to the proposal deadline.

Budget
The total budget for the commission is $5,000 plus HST. The commission budget must include all costs required to design, fabricate and install the project. Please consider any technical requirements such as a scissor lift (if required).

Selection Criteria and Process
All proposals will be evaluated based on creativity of approach, experience, qualifications and previous works. An internal TAC/TAF jury will make up the selection committee.
Following selection of the artist(s), a mock-up of the final design must be presented for approval prior to installation. TAC has the right to refuse the final design.

Ownership of work
Following completion of the work TAC will have complete ownership and responsibility for the maintenance of the work. TAC has the right to remove or paint over the work at any time.

Site Visits
Site visits during regular business hours can be arranged with Peter Kingstone peter@torontoartscouncil.org or 416 392 6802 x208

Mail Submissions to:
Peter Kingstone
Toronto Arts Council
200-26 Grand Trunk Crescent
Toronto, Ontario
M5J 3A9