Application Guidelines
Proposals must be for new work, specifically designed for Grand Arts. Proposals should represent a project that is ambitious for the artist, perhaps leading their work in a new direction. Investigation of new media and/or ideas is highly encouraged.

Deadlines for proposal submissions are March 31st and August 31st annually.

Proposals must have all of the following to be considered for review:
  • Examples of a previous body of work, such as slides, video, or DVD. Please limit your number of slides to 15. Please be sure all materials are labeled with artist's name and all other pertinent information. We DO NOT accept materials in CD-ROM format.
  • Artists' statement of purpose, which should be no longer than two pages.
  • Artist's current resumé or biography.
  • Project proposal for new work designed specifically for Grand Arts. Please be as detailed as possible, including sketches if necessary.
  • Any supplemental materials which you feel expound upon your work, such as articles, reviews, etc.
  • Estimated project budget.
  • Self addressed stamped envelope for return of materials.
You may submit your materials to:

Grand Arts
Selection Committee
1819 Grand Boulevard
Kansas City, MO 64108

If you have questions, please contact us via email at: gallery@grandarts.com