Application deadline: August 7, 2023
The Norwegian Sculptors Society (Norsk Billedhoggerforening), Bodø2024 and Bodø Municipality seek five artists for KUNSTKANTEN: a new and unique outdoor exhibition arena in Bodø. In 2024 we will establish five art spots—platforms for art—that enter into dialogue with a city and a society undergoing change.
The municipality of Bodø is located just north of the Arctic Circle and the town of Bodø is the largest urban area and town in Nordland county, and the second largest town in North Norway. Bodø has shared space with the military air base Bodø Main Air Station for 70 years. The city has developed along the shoreline, with the ocean on one side and the mountains on the other.
Bodø is constantly on the move, and there will be big changes in the next decade. When the military air base closes, a new part of the city, and the Bodø of the future, will be developed. KUNSTKANTEN extends along historical and social lines: from prehistoric memories, through the city’s establishment, to reconstruction after the Second World War and in recent times as Bodø the “aeroplane city.” KUNSTKANTEN gives artists an opportunity to engage in a dialogue about urban development, social development and identity.
About the competition
The project provides financial support for five new works that will be installed in September 2024. To participate in the competition, please send sketches and a project description explaining details in the realisation of your project. Each contestant can send a maximum of three proposals for new works. Production funding is 350,000 Norwegian kroner (NOK) for each of the five selected works. We also pay 50,000 NOK in remuneration per work for the exhibition period, which is two years. The artworks remain the property of the artists. KUNSTKANTEN is part of the programme for Bodø as a European Capital of Culture in 2024.
Follow this link for more information on the competition and how to apply.
Jury
The jury will consist of representatives appointed by:
Bodø2024
Bodø Municipality
The art society Bodø kunstforening
North Norwegian Art Centre
The Norwegian Sculptors Society
The Norwegian Sculptors Society will function as the jury’s secretary. The assignment will be carried out in accordance with the Norwegian Sculptors Society’s competition rules.
Important dates/deadlines
August 7, 2023: Deadline for submitting proposals.
August 25, 2023: We announce the winners and the allotment of sculpture locations.
September 6, 2023: Presentation of the sculpture locations for the selected artists (paid travel).
August 2, 2024: Deadline for delivery in Bodø of the finished artworks.
September 14, 2024: Opening event (paid travel).
Apply here.
For further information or questions, please contact nbf [at] skulptur.no.
