Brian Duggan, O' Machine, O, Machine, detail from Huntstown Quarry, Dublin 15
Calling all writers in Fingal.[1] This is an open call out for short new writing
New Creative Writing Opportunity
Background
As part of an existing % for art scheme project, artist Brian Duggan wishes to commission three short texts for a publication, to accompany/in parallel to/ his project O Machine, O Machine.
The Brief
This an open brief asking writers to respond to the theme Three Thousand and Nine , this projected view of the future can be taken from many perspectives, from the broad world view or an object, place, people ,specific viewpoint, it leaves room for both a philosophical enquiry or a personal story. The brief extends to include fictional, imaginative, realist, crime, science fiction, drama, documentary and any other type of genre text.
The Opportunity
Three winning entries will be selected by an expert panel chaired by the artist and given a remuneration of €333 each.
- Winners will also be provided with several copies of the book when it is published.
- The book will be supplied to libraries in Ireland and the UK, it is hoped it will have a broad geographical spread.
Details of Submissions
The piece of writing should not exceed 4,000 words (over this amount will not be accepted)
Please submit New Writing which is specific to this brief and not anything previously printed or published.
- All ages are eligible
- All entries must be submitted by email only to caroline.cowley@fingalcoco.ie
- All decisions will be notified by email
Closing Date for entries: 17 March 2010 entries will not be accepted after this date.
For further information please contact Caroline Cowley,Public Arts Co-ordinator, Arts Office, Fingal County Council, ph: 01 8708449, www,fingalarts.ie
