CALL FOR ARTISTS
We’re looking for artists to submit design’s for this year’s event swirl! Are you an artist? Do you know someone that might be interested?
The Guidelines
The ARDV swirl is a unique twist on the PkGen swirl logo that builds on the brand and reputation of the international Parkour Generations community and infuses it with the unique flavor of the ARDV event. This event is designed to bring people from around the globe together around the shared values of movement, community, and exchange.
The Rendezvous tradition is one that harkens back to London in the early 2000's and was one of the first points of exchange between the original French founders and the blossoming grassroots community in the UK. American Rendezvous expanded the tradition in the late 2000's with one of the first events to bring the original European ideas and philosophy to the Americas. Today the Rendezvous events are some of the longest-running, and largest, parkour community workshops in the world.
The ARDV Logo
The ARDV logo is a unique design that can be adapted to a number of different media. It must fit the following requirements to be used:
Swirl: The design must feature the PkGen swirl in some capacity, whether in the shape of the logo or in some other prominent manner.
Shape: The shape of the design must not change or modify the shape or dimensions of the PkGen swirl, and must allow the swirl to still be easily recognized as a brand logo.
Versatility: The design must have a 1-2 color version that allows it to be affordably recreated via screen printing. Additional versions may be included to feature additional colors.
Spirit: Ideally the winning design will feature some element that differentiates the design from previous versions and offers some connection to the spirit or ethos of parkour practice.
The Process
1Pitch - If you have an idea for a logo, put together a rough sketch and reply to this email. We'll set up a time to talk and I'll go through the nitty-gritty of the actual requirements for the logo to make sure that it fits within our brand standards. Pitches due by 2/18/24.
Selection - Once all of the pitches have been received, the ARDV planning team will select the final design for this year's event. Designs that are not selected may still be green-lit for other projects or put in "The Swirl Vault" for next year's ARDV! Selection will be made by 3/1/24.
Design - The design itself will likely go through a few tweaks and iterations before it's ready. This is to make sure that it fits the specific needs of the event and is able to live on in various formats after the event. Final Designs due before 4/1/24.
Release - Once the design is finalized it will be released on as much of the various ARDV promo materials that go out in the spring as possible. We will make sure to credit the artist to help build their own portfolio, and there will be an official recognition at the event. One of the best ways to have your artwork seen is to have it worn all over the world by people doing cool stuff!
Afterlife - After the event, most ARDV logos are shared among the various PKG international branches for use on other projects and events. Many of them come back in different iterations or forms later on.
Compensation
In addition to having your artwork worn by hundreds of folks around the world, we offer a number of perks to the winning artist to express our thanks for your hard work and talents.
$250 Stipend - This stipend is awarded to the winning artist in exchange for the exclusive rights to the design for PKGA and the various branches.
Limited Edition Event Gear - We make a few very limited edition runs of event gear each year for ARDV and we will present your limited edition gear in front of everyone when we officially recognize you at the event. You will also be awarded Swirl Store credit to select additional gear with your design at the event (~$150 value).
Portfolio Content - We are happy to provide examples (digital / print) of media with your logo on it post-event to help build your portfolio.
Social Media - The logo will serve as the watermark for post-event media that goes out, and will be featured in the highlight video that is produced after the event.
Free ARDV Spot - As the "Official Artist" of the event, you will be given two (2) Full Package registrations for you and a friend to participate in the event (~$300 value).
Questions?
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. We look forward to hearing from you!
The Rendezvous Circuit
Looking to partake in the international circuit of Rendezvous events hosted by Parkour Generations branches?
Europe - UK Rendezvous (Late Summer) hosted by Parkour Generations London
South America - Rendezvous Latin America (Early Fall) hosted by Parkour Generations Brasil
Asia - Rendezvous Asia (Mid Fall) hosted by Parkour Generations Korea
Video highlights from previous events
General Contact:
ardv@parkourgenerations.com
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