Ksyen Regional Hospital Artist Call-Out

Local and regional photography and art

Northern Health invites local artists and photographers to submit original artwork, Indigenous art, and/or photographs to be purchased/licensed by Northern Health and used for permanent display in various locations within the new Ksyen Regional Hospital in Terrace.

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Theme:

“What our region means to you”

We invite artists of all ages to share visual works that reflect the heart of Terrace, which sits on the traditional territory of the Ts'ymsyen (Tsimshian) people.

This is a celebration of the people, places, and stories that shape our region. Whether it’s the natural beauty of the land, the strength of community, or the cultural traditions of the local First Nations, we want to see what makes this place meaningful to you.

Submissions may include a variety of visual art forms such as photography, paintings, drawings, sculptures, beadwork, or other creative mediums. Imagery can reflect nature, wildlife, landscapes, people, or any other aspect that expresses what the region means to you. All artworks should be grounded in the identity of Terrace and/or respectfully reflect the voices, histories, and perspectives of the Ts'ymsyen (Tsimshian) people.

Let your art tell the story of our home and the connections that bring us together.

Compensation:

Each artist may submit up to five original pieces. For every piece selected, Northern Health will provide a payment of $1,800, with a maximum of $9,000 per artist.

Submission Guidelines:

You may submit up to five original pieces, this can include photographs, physical artwork, or a combination of both. For each piece, please include a short description explaining how it connects to the theme “What our region means to you.”

What to include in your submission:

If submitting photographs:

• Upload the original, full-resolution JPEG file. Avoid screenshots or compressed versions.
• Select “Actual Size” or “Full Resolution” when sending files. This helps preserve image quality.
• Do not submit low-resolution or compressed images. These may appear blurry or pixelated when printed.
• Image resolution should be at least 150 PPI (pixels per inch)
  1. 300 PPI is preferred for the sharpest results.
  2. This should be at 100% of the image’s intended display size.
• If using a smartphone camera, ensure the file size is between 5–10 MB or more to meet quality standards.
• Because high-quality files can be quite large, we encourage you to use file-sharing services such as WeTransfer, Dropbox, Google Drive, or OneDrive to submit your artwork.
• Email attachments may not support the file size. If you prefer to submit your work in person (e.g., on a USB drive or external hard drive), please contact us to arrange a drop-off time.

If submitting physical artwork:

• Provide a clear photo of the piece.
• Include the approximate dimensions (height, width, and depth if applicable).
• If there are any care or maintenance instructions for the piece, please include them.

Additional notes:

• You do not need to arrange printing, ordering, or installation of either photographs or physical artwork as Northern Health is responsible for doing so.
• All submissions remain the property of the artist or photographer and are used only for evaluation purposes.
• If your submission is not selected, your images will not be used or shared outside of the evaluation committee.
• Please feel free to include watermarks and/or logos in the submission of images.

Evaluation Criteria:

All submissions will be reviewed by the Ksyen Art Committee. Artwork will be assessed based on the following:

• How well the piece reflects the theme “What our region means to you.”
• Inclusion of, or respectful representation of, local Indigenous cultures and traditions.
• The artwork’s ability to foster a sense of comfort, calm, and community within the hospital setting.
• Creativity, craftsmanship, and uniqueness of the piece.
• Suitable location to display artwork.
• Meets Northern Health’s infection prevention and control standards.
• Meets Northern Health’s risk management and safety standards.

Please note: The Art Committee will make the final decision on the placement of selected artwork within the hospital to ensure it aligns with the space and overall environment.

Legal Information:

Selected artists/photographers will be required to sign a formal agreement, assigning certain intellectual property rights to Northern Health. Within the agreement, the artist/photographer will license the physical display of the images/art.

Northern Health will not reproduce or distribute the images without express consent from the artist/photographer; however, as part of a public display, photographs or images of the facility used for promotional material may capture the artwork on site. Such use will be authorized within the agreement.

Estimated Schedule:

How to Submit:

Please submit your package with the subject:

“Ksyen Regional Hospital Art Submission”

To: Ksyen Regional Hospital Administration at krhadministration@northernhealth.ca

Questions?

Please email Mark Hendricks, Communications Lead Capital Projects at mark.hendricks@northernhealth.ca if you have any questions or require any additional information regarding this opportunity.