The Springfield Cultural Partnership is requesting applications from buskers / performing artists to perform outdoors along the walk between galleries during Art Stop 2019!
The purpose of Art Stop is to activate street level space with art galleries and performers to encourage walking and create a fresh artistic environment. We also hope to contribute to Springfield’s creative economy and bring attention to emerging local artists.
Proposed 2019 Schedule:
RFP for artwork released: January 11
RFP closed: February 25
Art Stop Committee Review: March 4-13
Artist notification: March 21-22
Installation: April 22 - 25 to be coordinated by SCP with artist and gallery host
Reception at Galleries: April 26, 2019 from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Galleries open to the public, April 26- August 30
Buskers chosen will receive a minimum stipend of $150 (maximum of $300) to perform for the specified time-frame on April 26, 2019 between 5pm - 8pm.(the number of performers in a performance will affect the stipend) Please indicate your payment requirements.