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About the Pittsburgh Artist Registry

Who We Are

The Pittsburgh Artist Registry is a project of The Office of Public Art. The Office of Public Art is a partnership between the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council and the City of Pittsburgh Department of City Planning with funding provided by The Heinz Endowments. The Pittsburgh Artist Registry is funded in part by a grant from the National Endowments for the Arts. We have also received generous support from the following individuals and organizations: Todd Bressi, Timothy Burak, Gloria Correa, Jordan Howland, Lazae LaSpina, Margaret Myers, Pittsburgh Banjo Club, Susan Rademacher, James Simon, Stuart Thompson, Martha Ressler, and John Stallings.

Purpose

We allow selected artists (“Artists”) in a variety of disciplines to post their art and/or representations of their art (“Artist Worksamples”) on this website (“Website”). We permit Users who agree to these Terms of Use to view such Artist Worksamples on this Website. Users may also contact the Artists directly to purchase artwork or art-related services. Any communications or transactions between Users and Artists are handled between the Users and the Artists and we are not involved and take no responsibility whatsoever in connection with those activities.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS THE PITTSBURGH ARTIST REGISTRY?

It is the only multi-disciplinary on-line artist database in southwestern PA. The registry is a tool to promote the work of visual, performing, and literary artists living in southwestern PA. This valuable resource provides a platform for artist to connect with curators, organizations, architects, developers, community organizations, and businesses.

WHAT ARTISTS ARE ELIGIBLE TO JOIN THE REGISTRY?

In order to join the registry, artists must be full-time residents of Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Mercer, Lawrence, Somerset, Venango, Washington, or Westmorland counties. Artists of all disciplines and at all career levels, from emerging to professional are welcome.

CAN ONE ARTIST BE LISTED AS AN INDIVIDUAL AND A GROUP?

Yes, if you are an individual artist as well as part of a group, then you would be required to submit two different applications to the registry – one as an individual artist with examples of your individual work and another as a group with examples of the group’s work.

WHAT IF I AM A LITERARY ARTIST AND DO NOT HAVE ANY IMAGES?

We strongly suggest literary artists to upload at least one image to their portfolio. Suggestions include the cover of their book or an author photo. As a user searches the database, a thumbnail image will appear along with contact information. It is recommended that at least one image be uploaded to be used as a thumbnail.

ARE ARTIST APPLICATIONS REVIEWED?

All applications to the registry go live on the website immediately upon completion of the application. Following the application process, a staff member of the Office of Public Art will review all applications to determine that all applicant information was included in the application process, that the support materials are consistent with the descriptions provided, and to ensure that the submissions are compatible with the purpose of the registry. Questions about applications will be directed to artists from staff via email.

WHO CAN USE THE PITTSBURGH ARTIST REGISTRY?

The registry is an on-line resource that is open and free to the public. They key audiences are arts organizations, arts presenters, curators, designers, artists, architects, developers, community groups, and businesses. Please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy before using the registry.

IS THERE A FEE TO USE THE REGISTRY?

There is no cost to artists to join the registry and no cost to browse the registry.

HOW DOES AN ARTIST JOIN THE REGISTRY?

There are five steps to the application:

1. Create an Account
2. Complete the Application Form
3. Input Bio and Upload Resume
4. Upload work samples
5. Review and Approve Application

WHAT ARE THE MEDIA PLAYERS NEEDED FOR VIEWING WORK SAMPLES?

Windows Media Player 7.1 or higher
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