Hear/Say: Exploring the Effects of High Concentration Cannabis

The University of Colorado School of Public Health is seeking artists to create original artworks for the Hear/Say exhibition, which explores the impact of high concentration cannabis on youth, pregnant people, and mental health. The exhibition will be displayed in two locations: Fort Collins and Colorado Springs (venues to be determined). Artists in the Fort Collins and Colorado Springs communities will be prioritized, but submissions from any Colorado-based artist will be accepted.

Ten (10) finalists will be selected and paid a $500 stipend to attend a ten (10) hour virtual training where they will learn from experts and those personally affected by high concentration cannabis use. Each finalist will then submit a proposal, and four (4) of these ten artists will be chosen to receive a $2,500 stipend to create original works. All work must be completed no later than June 30, 2025. Completed artworks will be acquired by the University of Colorado School of Public Health.

Applications must include: name and contact information, 5-10 images of previous works, CV with exhibition history, and a letter explaining your interest in the project, your experience with high concentration cannabis, how you would incorporate the topic into your artwork, and any potential conflicts of interest. Applicants must confirm understanding that the $500 stipend requires participation in 10 hours of training and submission of a detailed proposal within two weeks after training completion.