14 Call for Artists Finish Out May
14 Call for Artists finish out the opportunities for sculptors this month. Whether you are looking for a chance to loan an existing work or create something new, there is something for everyone.
Outdoor Sculpture in Plaza
Freeport, IL
Summary: Freeport Art Museum is issuing a REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) for a site-specific project to be located in downtown Freeport, Illinois as part of the newly developed Art Plaza project that helps create an arts and cultural district.
Budget: $15,000
Deadline: 5/22/2020
How to apply: Mail, email, delivery, see link below for details
Eligibility Requirements: The opportunity is open nationwide to practicing professional artists or artist teams who are over 18 years of age working with durable materials and with proven experience within this scope of project and budget.
Special Notes: .The Freeport Art Museum will provide the sculpture’s foundation (concrete) and exterior lighting. Additional funding and/or in-kind services may be available for installation, depending on the project. Lighting that is integral to the artwork will need to be negotiated on an individual basis.
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Overall H”Urban Ecologies” Exhibition of Outdoor Eco-centric art
Santa Fe, NM
Summary: In the spring of 2021 Art Park 21 will host its second biennial juried exhibition of outdoor eco-centric art. This multi-site exhibition, “Urban Ecologies”, will take place Santa Fe. The AP21 team is pleased to announce that the Railyard Art Committee looks forward to receiving our proposal for the temporary siting throughout the public spaces of the Santa Fe Railyard – the Park, Plaza area and Pocket Parks – as one anchor of this event. The Art Park 21 team and the Railyard Art Committee invite artists/artisans from the region to propose a temporary outdoor installation that is the product of inter-disciplinary collaboration. Installations that are the product of collaboration between one or more artists/artisans and an
Budget: Stipend amounts will range from 1000 to 2000
Deadline: 5/22/2020, Applicants must register with Art Park 21 by May 22, 2020 and submit proposals by June 30, 2020.
How to apply: see link below for details
Eligibility Requirements: This is a regional call to artists living in AZ, CO, NM, TX, UT
Special Notes: insert
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2020 Stevens Point Sculpture Park Juried Call
Stevens Point, WI
Summary: The Stevens Point Sculpture Park, located in central Wisconsin, is accepting submissions of sculpture work for their annual, three-year outdoor sculpture exhibition. A local jury will choose pieces for display from August 2020 through August 2023.
Budget: Selected submissions will receive $1500 for a three-year loan of their work
Deadline: May 22, 2020
How to apply: Google Docs
Eligibility Requirements: no restrictions noted
Special Notes: August 1 – August 31, 2020 – Sculpture Installation. Sculpture submissions must be self-supporting; foundations or bases are not provided.
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Sunset Park
West Palm Beach, FL
Summary: The City of West Palm Beach Art in Public Places (“AiPP”) Committee requests qualifications from professional artists and/or professional artist teams to create a standalone artwork for Sunset Park.
Budget: $65,000
Deadline: 5/25/20
How to apply: Online, West Palm Beach website
Eligibility Requirements: Open to professional visual artists (at least 18 years of age) based in South Florida (Martin, Palm Beach, Broward, or Dade Counties).
Special Notes: The City of West Palm Beach Art in Public Places (“AiPP”) Committee requests qualifications from professional artists and/or professional artist teams to create a standalone artwork for Sunset Park.
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Rowan University Discovery Hall
Glassboro, NJ
Summary: Rowan University is seeking to commission artwork(s) that will be integrated into the design for Discovery Hall (site plans are provided). Artist Finalists will be invited to submit a proposal for a permanent, site specific artwork(s) that considers the façade of the building, the adjacent exterior area, or the interior spaces of the building. Artists may submit their interest for creating the artwork, or partner with other artists as a team to propose artwork(s) that represents the programs within the School of Earth and Environment. Artists interested in exploring multi-disciplinary approaches of interactivity and/or science inspired artwork are encouraged to apply.
Budget: $250,000
Deadline: 5/28/20
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: this is a National call
Special Notes: Potential artists will be selected from those who submit expressions of interest (EOI). Shortlisted artists will receive a request for proposal (RFP) to respond to their ability to approach and create the project. A stipend of $1000 will be provided to shortlisted artists to offset costs related to proposal preparation.
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Rowan University Wilson Dance Studio
Glassboro, NJ
Summary: Rowan University is seeking to commission public artwork(s) that will be integrated into the design for Wilson Hall Dance Studio (site plans provided). Artists finalists will be invited to submit a proposal for a permanent, site specific artwork(s) that considers the façade of the building, and/or the adjacent exterior areas to the building, and/or interior areas of the building. Artists may submit their interest for creating the artwork, or partner with other artists as a team to propose artwork(s) that represents the programs within the College of Performing Arts and the spirit of performing arts. Artists specializing in all forms of visual art are encouraged to apply.
Budget: $35,000
Deadline: 5/28/20
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: This is a national call
Special Notes: Potential artists will be selected from those who submit expressions of interest (EOI). Shortlisted artists will receive a request for proposal (RFP) to respond to their ability to approach and create the project. A stipend of $1000 will be provided to shortlisted artists to offset costs related to proposal preparation.
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Prospectus #254 US Native and Indigenous Artists Purchase Initiative
Santa Fe, NM
Summary: The goal of the Native American, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native Artists Only Purchase Initiative is to diversify the state’s public art collection by purchasing artwork from Native or Indigenous artists in all stages of their careers. All visual arts media in all genres, suitable for interior or exterior display, will be considered for purchase. Artwork must be durable, permanent, low-maintenance and in compliance with ADA guidelines upon installation.
Budget: Project amounts are $1,000 – $50,000 all-inclusive. Purchase contracts will be limited to a $1,000 minimum per piece.
Deadline: 5/29/20
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: The project is open to Native American, Native Hawaiian, or Alaska Native artists who reside in the United States as well as galleries in the U.S. who sell the work of Native Artists.
Special Notes: The price of large exterior three-dimensional work should include site preparation and foundation. Participating sites have a predetermined 1% budget that do not allow for price fluctuations after the submission deadline.
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Swim and Fitness Center Art Project
Rockville, MD
Summary: The City of Rockville is seeking a professional public artist to create a site-specific work of art. The purpose of this artwork is to beautify the recently renovated Rockville Swim and Fitness Center.
Budget: $100,000
Deadline: May 29, 2020
How to apply: JotForm
Eligibility Requirements: Open to all artists residing in the USA with a proven record of creating and delivering public art.
Special Notes: The public artwork should seek to engage its audience and welcome visitors in a fun and unforgettable manner.
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Rockville Gateway Art Project
Rockville, MD
Summary: The planned location for the gateway artwork is part of the Thomas Farm Community Center which is located on the top of the hillside and offers a plethora of education and recreational opportunities
Budget: $250,000
Deadline: 5/29/20
How to apply: JotForm
Eligibility Requirements: This Call for Artists is a national call.
Special Notes: Possible themes could be a kinetic component and the incorporation of light in the artwork that will be seen during the day and evening.
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South Suburban College Allied Health Building
South Holland, IL
Summary: The College is interested in an exterior statement piece, pieces, or permanent installation for the site. In addition to providing a dynamic visual welcome to the building, the artwork will activate and enliven the exterior of the building. It has no preferred theme, media or format and is seeking artwork that will speak to the SSC community and embody the College’s mission and values. It does not wish to be limited to healthcare themes in the execution of the project. The piece must be durable, safe, and cost effective to maintain and must be able to endure the rigors of the Illinois climate.
Budget: $169,000
Deadline: 4:30pm 5/29/20
How to apply: mail or email. See link below for full RFQ with application instructions
Eligibility Requirements: these public art commissions and potential purchases are open to all professional artists, artisans, or artist-led teams that live and work in the state of Illinois
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Temporary Public Art – Trailhead Project
Santa Clarita, CA
Summary: The City of Santa Clarita is seeking artist(s) for its Temporary Public Art program. Four selected sculptural pieces will be located on concrete pads along the trail system. Sculptures will be displayed on temporary loan for three years, creating a rotating collection of public art.
Budget: The budget for this project is $5,000 per artist
Deadline: 5/30/20
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Artists 18 years of age or older are invited to submit an individual or collaborative artist application.
Special Notes: Sculpture must fit on pre-determined concrete pad.
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Indianapolis Hilton Dual Brand Hotel Public Art
Indianapolis, IN
Summary: Sun Development and Management Company (“Sun”), the developer of the new Hilton Dual Brand Hotel at 414 W. Vermont St. in Indianapolis, Indiana, in collaboration with the Arts Council of Indianapolis, is looking for proposals from artists wishing to execute a public artwork for the exterior of the hotel. This project is part of the City of Indianapolis’ Public Art for Neighborhoods program.
Budget: $50,000
Deadline: May 31 before 11:59 p.m.
How to apply: IndyArts Form Stack
Eligibility Requirements: Professional artists over 18 based and working in the United States.
Special Notes: The goal is to honor the history of women as part of the church. The developer has requested conceptual designs that incorporate images of women in traditional African American “Sunday best” church attire, dating back to the church’s founding in the early 19th century. The developer envisions the artwork to be a flat application of metal, either bronze, aluminum, brass, or steel, cut out in a design or a series of designs (using either positive or negative space, or a combination) and attached to the hotel structure using 6-inch standoffs.
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2020 APP Hawaii Request For Qualifications
Honolulu, HI
Summary: the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, Art in Public Places Program is requesting qualifications from individual artists for artwork to be commissioned for various locations statewide. Through this RFQ we intend to establish a qualified pool of professional artists for consideration.
Budget: TBD
Deadline: 5/31/20
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: This RFQ is open to National and International Artists. Hawaii artists will be given special consideration.
Special Notes: Up to five semi-finalists may be asked to develop a detailed design proposal for each location or interview.
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Up to five semi-finalists may be asked to develop a detailed design proposal for each location or interview.
New Bedford, MA
Summary: The residency seeks engaging New England-based artists from across disciplines to participate in our ongoing sessions.
Budget: 2,500 stipend, both studio and exhibition space, personalized professional development, promotional support and material fee waivers.
Deadline: Residency for July 1 – September 30 applications must be submitted by May 31, 2020.
How to apply: Submit all applications in person, mail, or by email, see link below for details
Special Notes: Applications are competitive, and only one resident will be selected per session. We especially encourage graduate and professional artists living in New Bedford to apply
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