The Crown Heights Community Mediation Center requests that you join us in our efforts to stop shootings and killings in Brooklyn and beyond. In 2014, we encourage you to dedicate some time towards discussion of gun violence and the creation of art that explores the epidemic that is destroying so many lives.
CHCMC is pleased to announce our fourth annual Arts to End Violence contest. Artists, merchants, schools, non-profits, clergy, youth, and neighbors are all collaborating and organizing to make gun violence unacceptable in our city, instead of a regular and “normal” event. Each year Arts to End Violence hosts a series of inspiring and educational events, including a gallery exhibition to display antiviolence art from adults and youth, a talent show, and a block party where children can create their own art and celebrate each other’s talents.
We are seeking the help of local artists, schools, non-profits, and art-related organizations to maximize our impact on the community. Visit artstoendviolence.tumblr.com to see work from previous years. You can get involved in the following ways:
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- Submit your art or your children’s art into our contest (submissions of all ages are welcomed)
- If you are a teacher or youth worker, design an antiviolence themed project for your youth, or invite CHCMC staff to come lead a workshop
- Collaborate with the Mediation Center to host an art-making event
- Donate prizes or funds to reward the winning youth art submissions
- Attend the Arts to End Violence events (Calendar below).
Submissions of 2-D artwork including prints, photography, paintings, drawing and collages will be considered. Click here to see submissions from previous years. Submissions can be created specifically for this contest or previous works that connect to the theme. All submissions should be accompanied by an artist statement. Artists ages 24 and under are eligible for a cash prize.
Submissions are recommended to be no larger than 2’ by 3’, but larger pieces may be considered. Artwork should involve anti-violence broadly, but not use the image of a gun or any symbols that are associated with local gangs. There will be first, second, and third prize winners.
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We are always looking for ways to collaborate with individuals and organizations concerned about gun violence. Please share this information with others you think would like to be involved as well.
Timeline:
March 22nd: Talent Show
April 10th: Final Deadline for Submissions
May 17th: Arts To End Violence at Kingston Weekend Walks (block party)
May 23rd: Arts to End Violence Gallery Show – Opening Night
