Boise Visual Chronicle Call for Artists
The Boise City Department of Arts & History invites artists to apply for the opportunity to participate in a juried exhibition at the Erma Hayman House highlighting the American experiment through contradictions in American values.
DEADLINE: Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 1 p.m. (MT)
ARTIST STIPEND: $350 upon selection
LOCATION: Erma Hayman House (617 Ash Street, Boise, ID)
INFORMATION SESSION: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 12 p.m. (MT) via ZOOM - REGISTER HERE
QUESTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS: Lianna Hamby (by Friday, March 28, 2025, at 5 p.m. MT)
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Opportunity
The Boise City Department of Art & History invites artists to apply for the opportunity to participate in a juried exhibition at the Erma Hayman House. Developed by a community-based jury, the exhibition theme seeks to highlight the "American Experiment" through contradictions in American values. The jury will select up to 15 artists, or artist teams, to display artwork. First-person perspectives and concepts that relate to Boise and the Erma Hayman House are strongly recommended.
Artists may propose any materials so long as they are appropriate for indoor display. This may include but is not limited to 2D works (may not exceed 40” in width or height), written works (that can be displayed), audio and/or video (must include necessary equipment), and 3D works (may not exceed 20” in height, 40” in width, and 20” in depth). Proposed artwork must be valued under $10,000.
All selected artists will receive a $350 stipend and offer their works for sale. Artworks will be eligible for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd honors and one artwork will be selected for purchase by the City of Boise for the Boise Visual Chronicle (BVC) Collection. The exhibition will be on display from approximately mid-August to January 2026 and will coincide with and support the City of Boise’s commemoration and celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Purchases will be delivered after the conclusion of the exhibition.
About the Boise Visual Chronicle (BVC) Collection
The Boise Visual Chronicle (BVC) is a city-owned collection of artwork depicting life in Boise. The collection provides a rich visual documentation of Boise’s changing landscape, people, and perspectives, and forms a unique portrait of artistic vitality in our region. Learn more.
Eligibility
This opportunity is limited to current Idaho artists. Applicants must be 18 years or older.
How do I apply?
You can access the Submittable application by clicking this link: 2025 BOISE VISUAL CHRONICLE APPLICATION
In our commitment to engaging everyone, the City of Boise is actively removing barriers to participation, including for our residents with disabilities and those who prefer a language other than English. If you need an accommodation to access City of Boise’s services, programs, or activities, please contact us at communityengagement@cityofboise.org or 208-972-8500 (TTY 800-377-3529).
En nuestro compromiso por lograr la participación de todos, la Ciudad de Boise está eliminando activamente las barreras a la participación, incluso para nuestros residentes con discapacidades y aquellos que prefieren un idioma distinto del inglés. Si necesita una adaptación para acceder a los servicios, programas o actividades de la Ciudad de Boise, póngase en contacto con nosotros en communityengagement@cityofboise.org o en el 208-972-8500 (TTY 800-377-3529).