Digital/Electronic Arts Guidelines

Applicants can submit up to 8 digital images. You do not need to submit all 8 work samples if you feel your practice is represented well with fewer. 

We do not recommend applicants combine multiple independent work sample images into one image file (for example: including 4 non-connecting image files together in a grid format). Each application can only have up to 8 artworks represented through the image work samples. Images of diptychs, installations, and multi-part works are accepted. 

Work Sample Descriptions: Before you upload your files to your application, you will need to name your files. Do not label any work samples with your name. Instead, label each uploaded work sample starting with a number 01 through 08, followed by the title of the work. Number your files in the order you would like them to be reviewed.

Metadata Section in Application: A metadata section will appear on your application form after your work sample has been uploaded. In this section, you will be able to provide a description of your work which includes the title(s), date(s) the work was completed, materials, dimensions, and additional information (for example: format, equipment, location etc.). If your piece is largely conceptual, and requires additional written context, please explain this in the “additional information” section using 1-2 sentences.

File name: label each image starting with a number 01 through 08, followed by the title of the work. Ex. 01_Landscape.jpg. Do not include your name.

File size: No larger than 4.0 MB (each image)

File format: .jpg

Formatting tips for images: When formatting your images, RGB is the recommended color profile for screen viewing. You can use image editing software such as Photoshop or Preview to edit, resize, and format your images.

Applicants may submit two 5-minute video footage of their work as either uploads, links to each video, or a combination of the two. 

When submitting video footage, the applicant will need to upload one video to be reviewed during the first round of review. The second video (if applicable) will be presented in the later rounds of review. Please ensure you submit the first-round video upload in the corresponding questions in the application form. 

The two videos may relate to the same project or to two different projects. Submitting a video sample consisting of multiple clips from different projects is not allowed, such as “demo Reels” or highlight reels. 

In your video footage, titles and credits (without including the artist’s name) are allowed, although applicants should consider whether this is needed within the video footage itself or if this information is already clearly communicated in the labeling of the file and use of metadata. Video footage is never reviewed separately from the metadata included.  

Note: If your video uploads/links are longer than 5 minutes, the panel will only review the 5 minute section you would like the panel to review. Please provide your cue points in the corresponding questions in the application form. 

Before you upload your files to your application, you will need to name your files. Do not label any work samples with your name. Instead, label each uploaded work sample starting with the title of the work. For excerpts, please include “excerpt” in the title.

A metadata section will appear on your application form after your work sample has been uploaded. In this section, you will be able to provide a description of your work which includes the title(s), date(s) the work was completed, materials used, additional Information, and cue points (If your video is longer than 5 minutes). If your piece is largely conceptual, and requires additional written context, please explain this in the “additional information” section using 1-2 sentences.

File name:  The title of the work (label if an excerpt), ex. Title (excerpt)  Do not label the file with your name

Length:  2 video files, 5-minutes maximum per video

File size: No larger than 2 GB

File format: .mov/.mp4 & H.264 codec

Applicants may submit two 5-minute video footage of their work as either uploads, links to each video, or a combination of the two. 

When submitting video footage, the applicant will need to upload one video to be reviewed during the first round of review. The second video (if applicable) will be presented in the later rounds of review. Do not submit links to interactive websites. For online experiences or simulations, a video of the site in action is acceptable. Please ensure you submitted the first-round video upload in the corresponding questions in the application form. 

The two videos may relate to the same project or to two different projects. Submitting a video sample consisting of multiple clips from different projects is not allowed, such as “demo Reels” or highlight reels. 

In your video footage, titles and credits (without including the artist’s name) are allowed, although applicants should consider whether this is needed within the video footage itself or if this information is already clearly communicated in the labeling of the file and use of metadata. Video footage is never reviewed separately from the metadata included.  

Note: If your video uploads/links are longer than 5 minutes, the panel will only review the 5 minute section you would like the panel to review. Please provide your cue points in the corresponding questions in the application form. 

After you provide the link to your video, you will be requested to provide a password if applicable. Please ensure that the link and password you share will remain accessible until Summer 2023. Any broken links cannot be corrected after you submit your application. Do not label any work samples with your name. Instead, label each uploaded work sample starting with the title of the work. For excerpts, please include “excerpt” in the title.

Below the video link & password (if applicable), you will be able to provide a description of your work which includes the title(s), date(s) the work was completed, materials used, additional Information, and cue points (If your video is longer than 5 minutes). If your piece is largely conceptual, and requires additional written context, please explain this in the “additional information” section using 1-2 sentences.

Video name: The title of the work (label if an excerpt), ex. Title (excerpt)  Do not label the video with your name

Length: 2 video links, 5-minutes maximum per video

File format: Link that will be accessible throughout the entire review process (and password, if applicable) Shared links should remain accessible until June 2023. 

A short concise statement giving an overview of your artistic practice. This statement should give a brief introduction to ideas, themes and methods in your practice. This is not an Artist’s Bio. The artist statement is available to panelists in the second round of review. 

A statement explaining your artistic vision as directly related to your submitted work samples. This is not an artist statement, but should instead reflect only the ideas and inspiration relevant ONLY to the work submitted. The work statement is available to panelists in the first round of review. 

Questions to consider for your Work Statement: Referencing only the submitted Work Samples

A supplemental statement further explaining the context, concept, and execution of your work sample(s). This statement can also explain how the excerpted work sample(s) relate to the entire original piece. Within the Excerpt Explanation you can itemize each submitted Work Sample and talk about them individually.

Questions to consider for your Excerpt Explanation: Referencing only the submitted Work Samples

A supplemental statement describing the key technical aspects of the work. Use this statement to highlight your role in creating/executing the work. Be sure to note whether your work samples represent documentation of a performance, installation, experience, etc. You can also describe the circumstances in which the viewer/audience should experience the work. Please include instructions on how to navigate your work if it’s interactive. 

Questions to consider for your Technical Statement: Referencing only the submitted Work Samples

A supplemental statement describing how your work is rooted in a specific cultural technique, tradition or community. 

When to consider writing a Cultural Statement: Referencing only the submitted Work Samples