Art Out Side Artist Proposal Application August 7

Application deadline: March 15, 2026

Call for Artists — Art Out Side 2026

Art Out Side 2026 is a city-wide multidisciplinary arts festival transforming Port Moody from August 7–16, 2026. From waterfronts to commercial hubs, alleyways to park benches, the festival invites bold artistic voices to animate public space and reimagine how and where art is experienced.

Selected works will be programmed within the festival window. Installation and strike schedules will be coordinated in advance with artists.

We invite artists of all disciplines to propose engaging works that push beyond traditional formats. Proposals in visual and media arts, performance, poetry, sound, interactive installations, film, sculpture, dance, and other creative forms will be considered.

Projects must be suitable for outdoor or non-traditional environments and adaptable to variable weather conditions. We encourage proposals that consider accessibility in both concept and audience engagement.

What We Provide
- Artist fees aligned with industry standards
- Site coordination and city permitting
- Basic technical support where applicable
- Promotion as part of the official festival program
Artists must clearly outline all technical requirements in their proposal.

What We’re Looking For
- Solo or group-led projects that meaningfully transform public space
- One-day or one-night performances at designated festival sites
- Temporary installations (short-term or multi-day)
- Large-scale activations (mass movement, participatory art, immersive environments, collective performance)
- Lead muralists for pre-approved sites (teams welcome)
- Roaming performers, pop-up artists, and buskers animating designated festival zones *
*Buskers and roaming performers will be offered a modest honorarium in addition to public collections.

Eligibility

Open to artists residing in British Columbia who are eligible to work in Canada. Artists at all career stages are welcome to apply.
2025 Art Out Side Artist Proposal Application July 21- August 10
Legal Name - Solo artist or primary representative*

First NameLast Name
Preferred Name*

First NameLast Name
Pronouns
(eg: she, her, hers; they, them, theirs; he, him, his)
Group Name
If applicable
Address

Street Address

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Primary Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Secondary Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email Address*
example@example.com
Are you applying as an individual or collective/group?*

IndividualCollective/Group
I am a(n)*

Professional ArtistEmerging ArtistRecent GraduateStudentHobbyist
Names of all participating artists (if applicable)
Please provide an artist (or collective/organization) bio
Title of Proposed Activation/Performance (if applying as animator or busker, please indicate)*
Is this a new or existing work?*

NewExisting
Artistic Discipline/Type of Activation*
Description of Proposed Art Activation*
250 words or less
Describe how your proposal aligns with the essence of Art Out Side *
250 words or less
Is your work interactive or participatory? (Explain if Yes)
250 words or less
Proposed Artist Fee*
Do you anticipate any additional material or equipment costs? Please explain.
We will do our best to support what we can within our budget.
Time Required for Set Up*
(eg. 30 mins, 1 hour)
Length of activation/ performance*
(eg. 30 min show, 1 hour performance)
Time Required for Tear Down*
(eg. 30 mins, no tear down needed)
Do you have any special requirements or equipment needs? Type YES or NO. If YES explain below*
(eg. plug for amp/ table/ access to water/ we have our own projector)
Will you be using any special equipment?*

No special equipmentSound systemLightingProjector/ScreenOther (please specify below)
If 'Other' or additional special equipment, please specify:
Link to main website or social media (Instagram/X/Meta etc.)*
Link to other social media (Instagram/X/Meta etc.)
Please upload up to 5 images or up to 5 minutes of video (JPEG, PNG to enhance your proposal - label them as follows Name_(Proposal Title)_(description of file) eg. JaneSmith_MimeforaDay_performingatmusicfestival *

(eg. examples of similar work, this specific work,
Cancelof
You may also provide a link to a shared cloud-based folder containing examples of your work.
Select one below: I understand my provided images may be used in promotional materials*

YES I give permissionNO Please contact me before using
The following is a link to audio/video of my work/performance.
(eg. Youtube/google folder/spotify)
The following is another link to audio/video of my work/performance.
(eg. Youtube/google folder/spotify)
Emergency Contact:*
Emergency Contact Phone Number:*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Are you local to Port Moody or Tri-Cities?*

Port MoodyTricitiesOther
If Other please specify
I am available to be scheduled any date of the festival August 7 - 16*

Full AvailabilityIf you are not available on specific dates please indicate below
Please list any dates during the festival when you are NOT available.
Do you require additional equipment.*
(eg. extension cord, mic, need a projector)
Accessibility and/or Safety Needs (if none type NO)*
Let us know how we can support your participation
Preferred site for activation (select up to 3)*

Park/Open green spaceIndoor SpaceDark SpaceQuiet SpaceOutdoor Wall or Building SideCourtyardPop Up StageUrban Sidewalk or PathwayNature TrailSoccer FieldI'd like to bring my own venue (you already have approvals for a site in Port Moody)I don't have a preference
I would like to be considered for a busking site

YesNo
Signature - By signing, I acknowledge that if selected, my work will be scheduled during the festival dates and may be promoted by Art Out Side and PoMoArts in print and digital media.*
Thank you for your proposal!

*All artists will be notified whether or not the proposal has been accepted
If you or someone you know would like to get involved as a volunteer for Art Out Side, please fill out our volunteer form next.

https://www.pomoarts.ca/get-involved/volunteer
After you submit your form, you will receive an e-mail confirmation. If you do not receive an email (please check your junk folder too) Notify us at artoutside@pomoarts.ca so we can verify your proposal was submitted
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2025 Art Out Side Artist Proposal Application July 21- August 10

After you submit your form, you will receive an e-mail confirmation. If you do not receive an email (please check your junk folder too) Notify us at artoutside@pomoarts.ca so we can verify your proposal was submitted