CAMPGround26 Call for Installation Proposals

CAMPGround26 Call for INSTALLATION PROPOSALS 

CAMP is pleased to introduce a new event showcasing comprehensive, multidisciplinary installation works at Tampa’s contemporary art gallery, Tempus Projects. We invite installation proposals exploring any theme or concept.

Proposals should clearly and thoroughly articulate the artistic intent and conceptual framework of the installation, providing as much detail as possible. They must also include a detailed list of all materials and technical requirements necessary for the production and presentation of the work.

Featured CAMP performers are available to perform any music required as part of the installation. Performers' information can be found at https://www.contemporaryartmusicproject.org/campground26-performing-artists 

This call is open to all composers, irrespective of age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, or any other form of identity. Composers from historically underrepresented or marginalized groups are particularly encouraged to submit their work.

CAMP offers free housing during the festival for selected student composers currently enrolled in high school, undergraduate, or graduate programs.

FESTIVAL INFORMATION

FESTIVAL DATES: March 5-7, 2026 

FESTIVAL LOCATIONS: Tampa, FL 

WEBSITE: www.contemporaryartmusicproject.org 

CONTACT: ko@contemporaryartmusicproject.org 

SUBMISSION 

SUBMISSION DEADLINES: October 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM EDT (UTC-4)

WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT: November 30, 2025 

NON-REFUNDABLE SUBMISSION FEES: $10 for each submitted work 

SUBMISSION FORM: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmzmbYL25pZuDaFCkhYEoi0noXe3hfWw7El5xxv9IjW2ff-A/viewform 

AVAILABLE PERFORMERS & INSTRUMENTS

CAMPGround26 Performing Artists: https://www.contemporaryartmusicproject.org/campground26-performing-artists 

Complete List of Available Instruments: https://www.contemporaryartmusicproject.org/list-of-available-instruments 

VENUE DETAILS 

• Tempus Projects https://www.tempus-projects.com 
• Roughly 35’x40’ (10.7m x 12.2m) of usable space
• White walls
• A movable white wall
• Three (3) projectors are available for use at the venue
• Stereophonic PA system available for use at the venue
• Video from the past installation piece at Tempus Projects https://youtu.be/YThOsk_G5U0?feature=shared  

PROPOSAL ELIGIBILITY

• Proposed installations may be pre-existing or new in conception. Pre-existing installations must have been created by 2019 or later. Installations integrating various forms of art/media are encouraged.
• Installations of any style, aesthetic, and approach are accepted.
• Installations may be static or dynamic. If there is an intended sequence of events, please plan to limit this to 60 minutes.
• Installations will be given one (1) day to set up and one (1) day to tear down.
• Artists may provide their own performers/materials/tech/etc. Components/performers that need to be provided by CAMP must be clearly defined and itemized. The feasibility of providing these components will be considered in the adjudication process. 

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

• Submission Deadline: October 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM EDT (UTC-4)
• Proposal link: must be uploaded as a PDF file formatted as

LastnameFirstname_Installation_Title.pdf  (CageJohn_Installation_WaterWalk.pdf), including the following information:

• A brief artist statement (300 words max)
• A comprehensive proposal of the installation, including the central concept, a description of the installation/sequence of events, any required materials, and a plan for execution to address any logistic considerations (1000 words max)
• Complete tech rider
• Media or instrument requests 
• Basic stage plots 
• Submissions must include links to any relevant media examples or past installation works.
• Successful submissions will clearly and succinctly explain the installation’s conception and execution, be reasonably feasible in scope, involve multimedia components, and be readily accessible and interesting for any audience.

SELECTED COMPOSERS

• Selected composers must register for and attend the festival. 
• CAMP is NOT responsible for providing or reimbursing travel or lodging expenses for selected participants or their performers. 
• Official letters of invitation will be provided upon request to assist participants in obtaining funding from grants or affiliated institutions.
• Selected participants are required to pay a non-refundable registration fee of $75 by December 31, 2025, to secure their place in the festival. Failure to submit payment by this deadline will result in the loss of the participant’s spot, and it will be offered to the next applicant on the waitlist.

SELECTED STUDENT COMPOSERS 

• Selected student composers are eligible to apply for the CAMP internship (assistant to the Technical Director and Administrative Director), and the registration fee will be waived for interns.
• CAMP offers free housing during the festival for selected student composers currently enrolled in high school, undergraduate, or graduate programs.