Curatorial Proposal Submission Guidelines

Root Division is an arts and arts education non-profit organization that was founded in 2002 by artists, of artists, and for artists. Part of our mission is to offer opportunities for emerging and professional artists to develop, which includes exhibiting work and curating exhibitions. We embrace artists with no experience in these area as well as those with extensive resumes. As we consider submissions, we intend to include a broad range of artistic practices.

We strongly encourage that you visit our space, familiarize yourself with our past and current exhibition program, and understand the mission of the organization before submitting a proposal. Strong proposals will be clear and concise, will present innovative and engaging ideas, and will intend to draw a diverse group of participants and visitors. While we do not exclude artists and curators from outside the Bay Area, our primary focus is presenting local emerging artists and local emerging curators.

Review Process: In an effort to reduce labor and time intensive submission and review processes, we have an Initial Review and a Follow-Up Review Process. The Initial Review is a great opportunity to submit the kernel of the curatorial idea, presenting a limited number of images and writing materials. Once the Curatorial Committee completes the Initial Review, we will request additional materials and a project budget from a select number of applicants for a Follow-up Review.

Please submit the following for INITIAL REVIEW:

• Completed Curatorial Submission Form (DOWNLOAD FORM)
• Curatorial Statement: Short statement describing the concept for the exhibition. This should be 2-3 paragraphs, and no more than one page.
• Examples of artwork - MAXIMUM of 8 images: (jpegs: 72 dpi, 600x800 pixels max) (Digital only please; Sorry, no slides) AND/OR 3-minute video clip on CD/DVD for Mac
• Resume of artist/curator submitting proposal (1-2 pages max) - no need to submit all exhibiting artist resumes for Initial Review
• SASE for return of materials
• $10 check/money order made payable to Root Division (E-payment can also be made via PayPal link below)

The submission process is rolling, however the Curatorial Committee meets quarterly to review submissions. The next Initial Review process will be in late October, so you are encouraged to submit by October 22, 2007 for priority consideration.

Submit materials to: Root Division, Curatorial Proposal, 3175 17th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 Or digitally to: submissions@rootdivision.org

Feel free to call Root Division at 415.863.7668 or email submissions@rootdivision.org with any questions.