Midvale Main Art House Calls for Artists

The Redevelopment Agency of Midvale City is excited to announce an open call for artists, inviting 8-10 talented and community-oriented individuals to join a vibrant artistic community at the Midvale Main Art House on Main Street. Interested artists can rent studio space, gain access to a collaborative work environment, and secure their spot in a shared public art gallery and art shop. This space is ideal for artists looking to be part of an engaging and cooperative environment where creativity can flourish, and ideas can come to life.

Details of the Open Call

Situated on Midvale’s Main Street, a burgeoning hub for arts, culture, and dining along the Wasatch Front, The Art House is a welcoming space for the public, encouraging engagement with the creative process. The building offers approximately 4,791 sq. ft of open space, allowing each artist to personalize their dedicated 8’X8’ area. Security, electricity, internet, onsite restrooms, and cleaning facilities are included. Studio tenants enjoy access, 7 days a week, from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm. Studio space rent is set at $200 per month, with a minimum 6-month commitment. Two studio spaces are reserved for artists demonstrating low income, at a further subsidized rate of $115. These rates ensure operating costs are covered. Artists occupying this space commit to spending a minimum of 20 hours per week in the studio during Art House open hours, detailed below. This commitment includes being onsite one weekend day per month for 4 hours and participating in 3 community-oriented events per term (6 months).

Benefits for Artists

Artists will be highlighted and promoted on RDA marketing materials, with opportunities to participate in community events such as monthly open studio nights, Trick or Treat on Main, and Light Up Main Street hosted by the RDA. There are additional opportunities to host lectures, workshops, live discussions, and art shows within the space, with the possibility of receiving funding to support these events. Most importantly, artists will have a significant opportunity to make a positive impact on the community. Their active participation plays a vital role in ensuring and propelling an equitable and inclusive revitalization of Midvale’s Main Street.

Proposed Art House Open Hours

Monday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Friday: 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Art House Selection Committee

The Art House selection committee is responsible for developing and adopting the governing documents, including the policies and procedures that will regulate the Art House. The committee will also be responsible for reviewing and selecting all artists who will occupy the space. Additionally, the committee will work closely with the artists housed in the Art House to develop a schedule, ensuring that there are always two or more artists in the space during open public hours. In doing so, the Art House selection committee will have the ability to modify the open hours to ensure they are conducive to the schedules of the artists and for public visitation. Last but not least, the Selection Committee will also be responsible for selecting art to be displayed to the community.

Apply Today

The deadline to apply is April 11, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Complete your application to apply today.