artist led programs initiative
vision
dallas contemporary is collaborating directly with local creatives to present authentic and timely public programs that relate to our core values, respond to current social issues and/or are inspired by dc’s current exhibitions. dc is looking for passionate dallas/fort worth based artists, creatives, curators, writers, researchers, activists, scholars, educators, or anyone else with a big idea and an interest in creating engaging educational programming for our community. dc is most excited by programs that engage new audiences, tackle tough but timely subjects, and address the needs of our diverse community.
through this initiative dc hopes to not only present our community with amazing programs, but to elevate and amplify our local artists’ voices -- furthering the mission of our intuition to empower artists' ideas and voices in an aim to chronicle and transform society.
when you look at programs and educational offerings across dfw, what do you feel is missing? what topics or ideas relating to art, creativity, or the current cultural moment do you feel are not included, or underrepresented? how would you engage our community about these issues?
programs are selected on a rolling basis.
current programs
explore past programs
2022
ditched: the movement of trash in our waterways — becky wilkes
TAKE THIS BOOK AND WRECK IT — lisa huffaker
past to present; contemporary weavings— jessica bell
2021
communicating effectively with ell practices — marta torres
2020
guidelines
please read the following guidelines before beginning your program proposal linked below.
there are no requirements concerning professional background, artist’s medium, or age.
projects will be selected by dallas contemporary’s learning department and other guest jurors, such as dc staff members, and community partners.
programs will be selected based on topics raised by the program, the level of inclusivity, and the program’s overall creativity.
the program’s event date and time will be decided after selection and depend on the specific program. proposers will, however, be asked to supply an ideal program schedule within their proposal.
programs can take on any form, whether that be in-person, virtual, prerecorded, hybrid, etc.
programs will be recorded and saved on dallas contemporary’s platforms through photographs and/or video.
selected programs will be promoted on dallas contemporary’s website, social media, and other supporting platforms.
due to the high volume of applications, we will unfortunately be unable to respond to every applicant about the status of their application.
dallas contemporary will not support projects that promote racism, sexism, homophobia, or intolerance of any kind.
if you have questions about the application process, please email development@dallascontemporary.org
timeline
new program proposals will be considered on a rolling basis.
submissions are now open to be selected + hosted over the fall of 2022
proposal form
artists and educators of all types are encouraged to apply!
topics can explore anything you feel needs to be shared with dc’s audience. these programs can take any form, such as workshops, lectures, panels, etc. we are not seeking exhibition proposals or advertisements.
if you have questions about the application process, please email: learning@dallascontemporary.org