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STROBE Network is a temporary channel set to broadcast in June 2015 via live internet stream as part of Flux Factory’s 2015 programming. STROBE Network is a platform for artists to envision what they want out of mass communication that conventional programming denies. In addition to internet streaming STROBE Network will welcome a studio audience for live tapings at the sound stage in the Flux Factory gallery in Queens, NY and offer kiosks and viewing parties at a variety of off-site host spaces.
We welcome submissions for live and pre-recorded works that make use of broadcasting as a means of presenting artworks. We are interested in performance, sound, new media, objects, and video art. All media and concepts are encouraged to apply. There are three ways to get involved with STROBE Network:
- Submitting works for broadcasting
Suggestions: Episodic works, fine art, entertainment, pirated materials, humor, mind expansion, electric boogaloo, art objects, movement, and noise - Proposing a position at the network
Suggestions: Abstract interpretations of major network roles, executive, weatherman, vj, daytime host, late night band, food stylists, experimental marketers, coders, animators, gif artists, sound designers, web technicians - Joining the project as a host space
Suggestions: Art Spaces, web publications, and venues that want to host viewing events or programming, spaces in the NYC area interested in hosting a kiosk.
GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION
- You may apply as an individual or a group
- No length requirements—your proposed project can be anywhere from a few seconds to several hours
- Please email your submissions in .pdf format to and include:
- A description of your proposed project or position for STROBE Network, no more than 500 words
- CV
- Optional artist statement or bio (no more than 200 words)
- What reality show, existing or fabricated are you most likely to be featured on? (no more than 100 words)
- Up to 10 examples of your work: images submitted as a single pdf or no more than 3 videos submitted as public links