CALGARY — Shaw Communications today announced an open call for Calgary-based 2SLGBTQ+ artists and muralists to participate in the second annual Shaw Pride Marches On public art installation at Central Memorial Park in recognition of Calgary Pride.
Beginning today and extending through Friday, July 9, artists in the Calgary area are encouraged to submit their proposal, including a 250-word description and illustration of their work. Four artists or artist teams will be selected later this summer.
Once selected, the four artists and groups will install their artwork on August 19 at the four corners of Central Memorial Park, the site of the city’s first Pride rally in 1991.
“Today, Pride is a celebration of love, self-expression and togetherness, but it also serves as a reminder for the community’s resilience and their continued fight for equality,” said Chethan Lakshman, vice-president of external affairs at Shaw Communications, in a press release. “Through the power of art, Shaw Pride Marches On will help provide a space for the 2SLGBTQ+ community to share their stories, and celebrate love, equality and human connections.”
Now in its second year, Shaw Pride Marches On was created to support the 2SLGBTQ+ community in celebrating Pride when gatherings and in-person celebrations were unable to take place due to Covid-19 restrictions.
The Shaw Pride Marches On public art installation at Central Memorial Park is presented in partnership with Calgary Pride, Calgary Arts Development and the City of Calgary. The selected artworks will be revealed on August 20 and will be displayed throughout the month of September.
More information, including a full list of submission criteria, can be found at shaw.ca/pride.
