

Video Artist Application Guidelines
General Info
About
Event details
Drone Sleepover is a dusk-to-dawn ambient music campout taking place in various cities throughout the U.S. Each performance blends into the other to create 8 hours of uninterrupted drone sound.
October 11 - 12, 2025
Chicago, IL
10 PM - 8 AM
Application
Application opens
Application closes
Notification
04.04.25
05.04.25
no later than 06.12.25
Open to
Application fee
Artists everywhere.
$15
Performance Overview
Duration
One video aritst is selected to perform the entire 8 hour duration of the event.
Compensation
All artists are guaranteed compensation for their performances. We do not cover travel or equiment expenses.
VISUAL GUIDELINES
Visuals at Drone Sleepover are an essential part of the experience. The projectionist must balance the line between being a focal point while not overpowering the music performances, working alongside the artists in an intuitive, mindful manner. Rememeber, you are aiding in an environment for people to sleep in.
Here are some types of projections that would work well:
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Abstract Visuals: Abstract, flowing, and morphing visuals. Think of soft, organic shapes and colors that blend and transform gradually.
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Slow Motion Video: Slow-motion video of various elements, such as flowing water, flames, etc.
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Interactive Visuals:Visuals that respond to the music or the movements of the audience.
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Soft Gradients and Color Washes: Gradual changes in colors and gradients.
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Stray away from text and narrative visuals as the projection's goal is to accompany the sounds and not over-power. Muted color palletes as oppose to neon or high contrast colors work best.
For support, contact stretchmetal@stretchmetal.org