Art
Art at SideBurn is one of the keystones of the event, and our mission is to enable artists to bring their creations to the event.
The Art Grant Program is intended to support and promote projects that foster the participatory spirit at the core of the event. We provide funding for radically expressive, community-based, interactive, experimental, and cross-disciplinary projects that help define the creative atmosphere we strive to curate.
Have your application ready? Dial the Stargate and jump right in:
Effigy applications extended to february 10, 2024
sticker contest closes Febraury 15, 2024
ART GRANTS CLOSE FEBRUARY 20, 2024
2024 theme
Constellations
Constellations echo the essence of community: diverse yet interconnected. Each star, unique in brilliance, contributes to the captivating tapestry of the night. Similarly, individuals in a community, with their distinct qualities, form a collective brilliance. Just as stars rely on each other's radiance, communities thrive through collaboration and support, united by bonds that strengthen their fabric. Like guiding stars, communities offer direction and support, illuminating paths through life's complexities. Shared narratives and experiences weave a rich tapestry of belonging, binding individuals into a collective identity within the vast human sky.
The Effigy
The Effigy is the hearthstone of SideBurn. A symbol of unity, an act of protest, the life of the party. A birthplace, ritual, celebration, heart. It is what you envision it to be, and is shared by all.
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Grant Amount: $5000
Transportation
Required Reading: Fire Policy
Required documentation: Burn Plan
The Temple
Catharsis. Introspection. Remembrance. The Temple is a container for ritualized connection and personal growth. Participants are encouraged to inscribe the walls of the temple with their stories, wishes, and losses, and to leave mementos of anything they wish to leave behind.
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Grant Amount: $5000
Transportation
Required Reading: Fire Policy
Required documentation: Burn Plan -
Creators Grants
These grants subsidize the design and construction of new artwork to appear at the upcoming SideBurn Regional Event. It can be applied to the costs of construction materials and operation. Most projects will fall into this category.
A series of funding tiers are available to support projects ranging from the large and ambitious, to smaller projects that provide heavier focus on interactivity and participatory experiences.
Legacy Grants
Legacy Grants subsidize the improvement, maintenance, or operation of pre-existing artwork to appear at the upcoming SideBurn Regional Event. It can be applied to the material costs associated with refurbishment or additions, or with operation costs (such as burnables or fuel) at the event.
Micro Grants
Micro grants are awarded for sole purpose of creating whimsy. There are no limits on the imagination for a Micro Grant project. Come up with whatever you wish! Costumes, cacophony-society-esque happenings, performances, playa gifts – anything goes. Try to make it unique and playful!
Applying for an Art Grant
From centrepiece projects like The Effigy or Temple, to little pieces of whimsy - we want to help you make your idea come to life. When you submit a grant application, it’ll be anonymously reviewed by reviewers who are looking for, amongst other things:
Creativity
How original, interesting, relevant, daring, magical, and thought provoking is your idea?
Construction
Is your project feasible? Will you be able to build it within your proposed timeline and budget? Are you accountable for fire art restrictions?
Completeness
How well-thought-out is your project? How complete are your materials list, safety plan, and Leave No Trace plan?
Interactivity
Does your project engage the senses? We prioritize projects that have the ability to engage two or more senses at a time!
What can an Art Grant pay for?
An Art Grant is primarily intended to subsidize fabrication costs for your project to appear at SideBurn. You can pay for construction materials like wood, hardware, paint and metal. You can also pay for electronic components like LED strips, transistors control boards and arduinos. Fuel for generators or fire arts can also be paid for with your grant.
What can’t I buy with my Grant?
Pretty much anything that isn’t covered above. An Art Grant doesn’t cover labour or performance or any personal expenses like food, alcohol or transportation. No equipment, gear or tools are covered: That means manufacturing equipment, projectors, tablets, software, sound system equipment, pre-fabricated products or like domes and car ports.
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If you’re planning on attending SideBurn, you can apply! Art Grant Committee members, FlameON members, and SideBurn event leads are permitted to apply for a SideBurn Art Grant as long as they submit their applications anonymously, do not publicly discuss their application, and abstain from commenting or voting on any personal project.
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An itemized budget, schedule, and drawings/renderings are mandatory for the consideration of your project. For Temple, Effigy, and art you intend to burn, a Burn Plan is required. Please read the Fire page. Please remember to send your supporting documents to art@sideburn.ca before the deadline and please reach out if you have any questions.
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If you are selected to receive any of our art grants, you will be contacted by your primary email address with your award amount and contract. Your award may include conditions, recommendations, or additional questions that you will need to address before the award is finalized. The contract must be signed between SideBurn and the artist before any funds can be disbursed for any project.
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If you are selected to receive an art grant, you will receive 75% of your grant upon award, The remaining 25% will be disbursed within 15 days after the event’s conclusion provided the project has met its build requirements, passed necessary inspections (Fire Art Safety and Leave No Trace), and all receipts submitted. The exception is the Micro Grant, which disburses 100% of the grant to recipients upon award.
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Effigy, Temple, and certain Large Grant recipients will be asked to submit a mid-construction update to inform us on progress and help us decide whether we can provide any troubleshooting assistance.
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Yes. Our event is non-profit and 100% volunteer run. That means every single person at the event purchases a ticket. This ensures that every penny goes directly into producing the event and funding more art. Priority ticket options will be provided to all artists to guarantee that all members of their core project team may attend.
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Read the Art Burn Guide and submit a detailed Burn Plan.
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Please don’t hesitate to contact us at art@sideburn.ca
2019 Grant Recipients
Aeolian Resonator - ArcShadow
Connect-A-booth - Calabra
Flatline 2.0 - Tamara Moskaliuk
Gertrude von Terror Bird - Nekrigata
Giant Bocce - Karl Demel
Giant Bocce - Karl Demel
Heavy Meta - Heavy Meta
Pyxis - IT2SP
Sk8 Kastle - Sk8 Kamp
Tarna
Tarna
Tarna
Tarna
Temple of Liminality - Kale and Mel
Temple of Liminality - Kale and Mel
Temple of Liminality - Kale and Mel
Temple of Liminality - Kale and Mel
The Ark Car
The Deep Sea
The Deep Sea
The Gallery - Andrew Miller
The Heads - Major Crimes
The Heads - Major Crimes
The Secret Bus Stop - Raiden
Effigy - Unpacked Pedestrian Hyperscramble - Seth Hardy & the Research North DPW
Effigy
Effigy
Effigy
Effigy
Wyrdheim - The Synesthesiacs
Getting your project seen: The WWW (What, Where, When)
The WWW (What, Where, When) is the main way that other participants find out what's happening during SideBurn. Since we're a participatory event, this means that we need you to add what you plan to share with others! If you're planning on bringing art, a theme camp, gifting food/beverages, running a workshop, or generally offering something that you want people to know about and find, the WWW is how you let everyone know. It's not mandatory to submit to the WWW, but we encourage everyone to submit your events/projects/happenings to the WWW, whether it has received SideBurn grant funding or not.