Paint a Beach Trash Can Through OB Can
Friday, February 05, 2010 at 2:40 PM
OB Can – Call for Artists
OB Can Nags Head is a community arts project that addressed the problem of littering on Nags Head’s beaches.
Artists are invited to apply to paint a new trash can, which will grace the beaches throughout Nags Head.
The Town is working with the Dare County Arts Council on this project.
Who Can Apply?Any artist residing in Dare County.
Selection Process
Artists need to fill out an application (link is below) and return it, along with 5 digital images of their work to the Town of Nags Head or the Dare County Arts Council.
Work samples must be in digital form on a CD, with the artist’s name and contact information printed on the disc.
The application materials will be reviewed by a panel of judges, and artists will be notified of their acceptance.
Contact the Dare County Arts Council at 252-473-5558 or info@darearts.org if you have any questions.
Calendar
March 9-11
Application and digital images of artwork must be turned into the Dare County Arts Council or Nags Head Town Hall.March 15
Submissions will be judged. Artists will be notified of acceptance within 48 hours.March 18 and 19
If you are chosen as an OB Can artist, you may pick up your trash can on these dates from Nags Head Town HallApril 22 and 23
Drop off your finished trash can at Nags Head’s Town HallMay 8 – Before being placed on the beach, trash cans will be unveiled at a Garbage Gala hosted by the Dare County Arts Council at Pamlico Jacks.
Design Criteria
We want variety! You are encouraged to show off your own personal style.
Be original! No reproductions of other pieces of artwork.
No 3D elements! Please limit this project to 2D materials. Remember, these will be functional trash cans.
The theme is open to your interpretation. Keep in mind, however, that these will be placed on public beaches, so create accordingly.
