• New Futures Chicago

    Artist Application

  • Welcome to the New Futures Artist application for The Other Art Fair Chicago taking place April 11 - April 14, 2024 at Artifact Events. 


    Please consider the following before beginning your application:

    • Only applications meeting the criteria for New Futures will be considered. You can find the criteria in the terms and conditions. Please read the full New Futures terms and conditions before applying, which can be found in the New Futures info document.
    • Each applicant is carefully considered by the New Futures selection committee, who review each application, the submitted artworks and booth proposal.
    • You cannot stop and save your application so we suggest starting the application when you can complete it in full.
    • Optional Video Element - there is an optional video element to this application if you would prefer to talk about your work rather than submit a written response. So make sure you have your video and artworks ready before starting this application.

    Please read the website and conditions for additional information about applying.

    If you have any difficulty with the application form, please contact Julia Rourke (julia.rourke@theotherartfair.com) directly for assistance.

  • Eligibility

    The New Futures program is part of our continued mission to break down traditional barriers of the contemporary art world. The recipient is given a free exhibition space at The Other Art Fair along with access to opportunities designed to jump-start their career.

    The program is designed for artists in the very early stages of their professional career.

  • About You

    All the information provided in your application will remain private and will only be used by the Fair team and Selection Committee for the New Futures selection process.

  • Website and Social Media

    Please provide URL links to any relevant websites or social media pages:

  • Why are you applying to New Futures and what do you hope to gain from the experience?

    Create a video (2 minutes or less) introducing yourself and explaining why you are applying - get creative and show us your personality! Please upload your video response to Youtube or Vimeo and share the link to watch or upload the .mp4 file in the relevant fields below. // If you would prefer NOT to submit a video response, you may instead submit a response of 500 words or less in the the text field.
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  • Your Artworks

    Upload 4 artworks and include title, dimensions, medium, and price (if for sale). These artworks do not have to be ones you will show at The Other Art Fair.
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  • Your Proposed Booth

    Show us what you would do if you were to win an 4ft x 8ft x 4ft artist booth at The Other Art Fair. Use the space below to include a text answer and/or upload images, a mood board or a proposal document below. Consider: How will you curate your booth and use the space around it? What will the visitor experience be like in your booth space? What is the story and thinking behind the curation of your booth space?
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