Open Call for Outdoor Sculpture and Installations - Art Trail at CourtX

https://www.courtx.co.uk/art-trail-open-call
August 01, 2025
About Opportunity
The internationally recognized Art Trail at CourtX has launched a new competition for Outdoor Sculpture and Installations, open to both emerging and established artists, creatives, and collectives working across all artistic disciplines. Applicants are invited to submit project proposals for outdoor installations responding to the theme “Nature Anew.” Submissions may include works incorporating sound, light, sculpture, kinetic elements, digital media, or tactile and material-based components. All artworks must be suitable for long-term outdoor display—durable, weather-resistant, and safe for public interaction. The curation and production of the Art Trail at CourtX will be led by Natasja Jozsa, founder of Fine Line Art, who will work closely with the selected artists throughout the development of their commissioned pieces.
About Organizer
Founded in 2013 as Canoe Lake Leisure Ltd to safeguard Canoe Lake’s historic grass courts, CourtX has grown into a lively community hub in U.K. It now features eight tournament‑grade grass courts, six flood‑lit artificial grass courts, the CourtX Bar, Café Fresco, and a vibrant programme of arts events.
Fine Line Art is a cultural consultancy specializing in site-specific art and placemaking. Their goal is to connect people and places through customized art commissions and creative urban projects.
Fine Line Art is a cultural consultancy specializing in site-specific art and placemaking. Their goal is to connect people and places through customized art commissions and creative urban projects.
Details
Eligibility:
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Both emerging and professional artists, creatives and collectives working in any art disciplines from all over the world can participate
Project/event location:
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Southsea, United Kingdom
Participation fee:
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Submission is free
Award/prize:
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Production and creation support
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Feasibility and materials guidance
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Fabrication and engineering input
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Installation planning and delivery
Application requirements:
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Online application form
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CV/portfolio
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Artist statement (max. 300 words)
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Initial Response to the Theme (max 500 words)
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All documents in PDF file should be sent via the email - info@finelineart.com, in subject: “Art Trail at CourtX – Expression of Interest”
The submission closes:
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30 September, 2025