Overview
The Te Puna Memorial Hall Project Committee, with the support of Creative Bay of Plenty, invites expressions of interest from emerging and established artists for a paid commission to design and create a permanent window installation at Te Puna Memorial Hall, Tauranga Moana. This installation will honor Jo Gravit’s vision of expressing Te Puna’s environment and landscape through colored light, contributing to the hall’s legacy and community spirit.
Key Information
Location: Te Puna Memorial Hall, 3 Te Puna Road, Te Puna 3176, Tauranga Moana
Commission: Paid
Deadline for EOI: Friday 12 July 2024, 5pm
Design and Installation Due: November 2024
Shortlist Notification: July 2024
Final Selection Notification: August 2024
Brief
We are seeking artists who can capture the essence of Te Puna’s natural and cultural heritage in a non-representational way, in line with Jo Gravit’s vision. Consideration of Te Puna’s cultural history and community, and collaboration with mana whenua, Pirirākau hapū, is encouraged to honor Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
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Submission Requirements
Please submit the following materials:
- Artist CV and Bio: Including your connection to Te Puna/Tauranga Moana, if any
- Profile and Articles: Relevant publications or features
- Images of Artwork: Up to 3 digital images of previous work
- Description of Idea: How the work will respond to the brief, proposed materials, construction, and scale
- Estimated Cost: Including transport, if applicable
Key Dates
- EOI Open Date: 13 June 2024
- EOI Close Date: 12 July 2024, 5pm
- Shortlisted Applicants Notified: July 2024
- Art Installation Submissions Due: End of July 2024
- Successful Artist Notified: August 2024
How to Apply
Submit all proposals via the online application form below.
For any queries, please contact Arohanoa Mathews at arohanoa@creativebop.org.nz. We look forward to receiving your expression of interest.
This project is supported by Creative Bay of Plenty, advocating for arts and culture in Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty. We aim to create a meaningful partnership with the community and mana whenua, honoring the histories and narratives of Te Puna.
