ABOUT THE BUS SHELTER ART PROJECT

The Bus Shelter Art Project has beautified the downtown core and prevented vandalism to the bus shelters for over 15 years. Initiated as a youth driven solution to a perceived youth generated problem, the shelters have showcased art, from a variety of sources, resulting in functional and welcoming shelters. 

Sooke Arts Council is excited to continue the Bus Shelter Art Project into the future. This is a unique opportunity to promote visual artists in our community at a highly visible, central location. 

The frames in the shelters are designed to accommodate photographs of visual 2D and 3D art pieces. The exhibit does not allow for "marketing posters" so as to preserve the integrity of the exhibit and to discourage "tagging" and graffiti.

Digital photo files will be coordinated through the Sooke Arts Council. Installations will be changed every three months. Ownership of the digital and vinyl hard copy will remain with the artist for their future use. 

*ONE frame will be used to display community events every 3 months. This will be designed by Sooke Arts Council and arts groups are encouraged to submit their events for inclusion.

SUBMISSIONS for the BUS SHELTER

Note: Limited to 11 submissions per cycle (3 months) for the Bus Shelters and 5 submissions for Seaparc.

First come, first served. For questions and to participate please contact Coordinator Susan Percival using the button above.

ARTIST INVESTMENT: $40

Includes high quality images printed on vinyl with artist information and contact details. Artists own and keep their print after the exhibit ends.

SPECIFICATIONS

Digital images of original art, maximum size 18 x 24".

Must be high quality and scanned or photographed in daylight. Files must be a minimum of 3MB in size and accompanied with the following information: 

• Name of artist/group
• Title of piece and medium used       
• Contact Info: email, phone and website if applicable
• Logo (if available) 
• Artists statement (max 30 words)