Alabama Contemporary’s Independent Projects program is available to artists with site-specific exhibition concepts, independent projects, or new work as it is relevant to the community we serve. Project proposals follow a similar format to our Guest Curator requirements and are selected as they fit our mission, schedule, and space. There are a limited number of exhibition spots each year and limited space. Our aim is to support projects that represent a new direction in an artist’s work, engage with topical concerns relevant to contemporary culture, and/or directly engage with the local community.
Artists may propose a solo project or collaborate in a group proposal under a theme. Collectives may propose together, but should identify one point of contact to manage all communication with the group. We are open to any medium or material culture that a curatorial aim might incorporate, given that it demonstrates the art of our time.
PROGRAM PRIORITIES:
- Site-specific or site-responsive work
- Socially engaged artistic practice
- Installation / New media art
- Work that addresses Marginalized or minority voices, LGBTQ, or underserved populations
- Creative Place-making
2023-2024 CLOSED FOR SUBMISSIONS
Due to overwhelming response and an abundance of amazing project submissions, the Independent Projects program is closed through 2024. We are still accepting proposals through our Guest Curator program. If you have someone to curate your work, click here to review the submission process.
Check back at the end of 2024 to submit a proposal for the Independent Projects program.