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City seeks artists to spruce up street posts

The city is looking for some local artists to submit artworks for the Street Pole Banner Art Program.
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The city is looking for some local artists to submit artworks for the Street Pole Banner Art Program. The deadline for artists to submit their artwork in Aug. 4. NNSL file photo

The city is looking for some local artists to submit artworks for the Street Pole Banner Art Program.

SA国际影视传媒淭he City is encouraging all local residents to apply (and) there is no requirement to be a professional artist,SA国际影视传媒 stated city spokesperson Sarah Sibley.

The program is designed to gather artworks to refresh street posts across the city and add some vibrancy, while creating a sense of place and identity, according to a release from the city.

At least 10 pieces or artwork will be accepted with no advertisements or promotion of any business, product or viewpoint being accepted in the design. Images of illegal activity are also not allowed. Residents will be allowed to submit a maximum of two pieces.

Artists who have pieces chosen will be paid a $750 honorarium and the deadline for submissions is Aug. 4

SA国际影视传媒淭he City is excited to once engage with local artists to showcase the talent and vibrancy of our community.SA国际影视传媒 stated Mayor Rebecca Alty, SA国际影视传媒淭he street pole banners along Old Airport Road are highly visible and this project will add to the overall landscaping of the area.SA国际影视传媒

The pole art concept is similar to the painting of transformer boxes in 2016 and 2017 located throughout the city.

Local artist Robyn Scott told Yellowknifer she will definitely be participating.

SA国际影视传媒淚 am definitely applying for this program and think it is a wonderful idea. I am always grateful for an opportunity to feature my work in public spaces,SA国际影视传媒 she said. SA国际影视传媒淲e donSA国际影视传媒檛 have a much-needed territorial art gallery, so this is a small way for Yellowknifers to learn about the incredible talent and diversity of NWT artists. It will also add colour and vibrancy to our downtown area.SA国际影视传媒



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