In preparation for the next edition of the Pilsen Street Art Festival Wallz No. 6, we are launching an open call for the creation of a unique permanent work of art.
Please read the detailed information below:
Location: „PROLUKA“ – Křižíkovy sady 345/9, Pilsen
Deadline for submitting applications: 20 January 2025 by 12:00 a.m.
Execution date: 21–27 June 2025
Fee for the execution of the selected piece: EUR 25,000
Fee for the runner-up selected not executed piece: EUR 2,000
Fee for the second runner-up selected not executed piece: EUR 1,000
LOCATION:
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South facade of a building at – Křižíkovy sady 345/9, Plzeň
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Size: 7 x 18 m
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Execution from a forklift platform
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The costs of implementation are covered by the organizers
CONTEXT AND LOCATION OF THE PIECE:
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The mural is intended for the south facade of a historic house in the city centre in the protected heritage site. This is one of the most exposed areas for the realization of a large-scale mural in the city.
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Close to this new mural is the historicizing large-scale mural, Teatrum Mundi, which refers to the city’s past and cultural heritage.
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The new mural should stand as a modern complement to this historic painting. While Teatrum Mundi focuses on the past, the new work should represent the present and future of Pilsen.
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A modern concept, innovative style and elements that refer to dynamism and progressiveness are desirable. On the contrary, creating an allegory of the city in a historicizing style is not desirable.
THE MAIN IDEAS THAT THE PIECE SHALL EXPRESS:
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Pilsen is a city with a rich history, which is also looking into the future. This work should reflect the balance between tradition and innovation. Pilsen is not just a collection of buildings and streets; it is a living organism made up of the people who live here and create its identity. Every citizen is an inseparable part of the city’s story.
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Pilsen as a bridge between the past and the future: The theme of linking historical heritage with modern trends and technologies.
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People make the city: The mural should emphasize the active participation of citizens in shaping the city life.
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Reminder of the 2015 ECoC (European Capital of Culture): The piece should make a subtle but clear reference to the event that changed the cultural face of Pilsen and raised wider European awareness about the city.
REQUIREMENTS:
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The mural shall be creative and at the same time comprehensible to the general public.
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The work shall include elements that symbolize Pilsen as an open, progressive city, while at the same time not neglecting its historical and cultural value.
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The placement of reference to 2015 ECoC can be symbolic or in the form of an integrated motif.
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A modern, innovative style that becomes a worthy and at the same time contrasting partner to the Teatrum Mundi mural.
THE APPLICATION IN ENGLISH SHALL INCLUDE:
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Proposal of the piece and a visualization of the wall
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CV
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Portfolio
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
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A Selection Board will review the applications received during February 2025.
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The Board will select the top 3 works and the final piece will be selected by the public, no later than 30 March 2025.
The Board consists of:
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Curatorial team of the Wallz Festival – Kristýna Jirátová and Jan Štěpán
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Expert curatorial team of the Department of Culture of the City of Pilsen
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Representative of the National Heritage Institute
The Board reserves the right to reject any project without giving reasons for its decision. The decision of the Board is final and cannot be appealed.
The results of the call will be published by 30 March 2025 at the latest on the following websites: Wallzfestival.cz and DEPO2015.cz. All accepted applicants will be contacted by email.
DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS:
20 January 2025 (inclusive)
Applications sent after this date will not be accepted for the selection procedure.
PLEASE SEND YOUR APPLICATIONS AND QUESTIONS TO: stepanjan@depo2015.cz
Photo for visualization:
