Lumière: The Art of Light 2027
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This call pushes traditional sculptors to integrate illumination, electrical engineering, and temporal dynamics into their structural work. It is ideal for multidisciplinary collectives and artists experimenting with light, technology, and extreme weather durability. The exhibition offers a rare… Read more
Benefits
Comprehensive production budget to realize the light sculpture, an artist fee, and unparalleled exposure exhibiting in one of Canada's most heavily attended winter light festivals.
Eligibility
Open to artists, designers, and multidisciplinary collectives capable of conceptualizing and fabricating site-specific, light-based sculptural installations that can withstand extreme winter weather conditions while operating safely in a public park setting.
Dates & details
- Programme dates
- Winter 2027
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