July Call for Artists (Updated 7/14/23)
July 14 we have added 4 new calls, some with multiple opportunities and 4 additional call for artists have extended their deadlines.
Today we announce 16 call for artists with deadlines July 1-31, 2023. There are opportunities for you to show your work or be granted a commission. June 18 we added 11 more calls to this post for a total of 27 opportunities for sculptors–more than that really, since several are for more than one sculpture.
Be sure to also check out sculpture opportunities with deadlines in June at our previous call for artists.
Richmond Ave Public Art Trail
Houston, Texas
Summary: Professional Artists from Texas and surrounding states are invited to submit proposals for temporary sculptures on one of the most traveled avenues in Houston. This is our fourth year and is sponsored by the St George Place Redevelopment Authority.
Budget: Stipend is $2500.
Deadline: 7/1/23
How to apply: email proposals, see link below
Eligibility Requirements: open to Professional Artists from Texas and surrounding states
Special Notes: Volume of work should fit into a 10v x 10d x 20h ft space and weigh less than 1500 lbs.
Click here to read more about this call for artists for instructions on how to apply
Arvada Bike Fence Activation
Arvada, Colorado
Summary: The Arvada Arts & Culture Commission is seeking qualifications from visual artists currently living in Colorado to design a large-scale art installation using bicycle imagery and motifs along a chain link fence at an outdoor bike safety training complex. The installation site consists of up to 220 linear feet of 8’ chain link fence at the bike safety training complex. Installation must attach to the chain link fence and be visually interesting to viewers from the street and viewers from within the bike safety training complex.
Budget: $10,000
Deadline: 7/2/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be 18 years or older and have a current Colorado home or studio address to be eligible to apply.
Special Notes: The Arvada Arts & Culture Commission will review and select up to 4 finalists based on their resumes & previous work examples.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Coeur d’Alene Art Currents 2023
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
Summary: ArtCurrents is looking for creative artists who capture the spirit and atmosphere of the environment in which we live. Pieces are encouraged which center on themes or interpretations of the Northwest in any form. These artworks may be in any medium that will withstand the elements year-round and can be abstract or realistic. ArtCurrents provides high-visibility outdoor gallery space for each piece chosen throughout high-traffic streets, parks, and public spaces in town. These pieces enrich the beauty of our city landscape while providing exposure to the artist with the intent of selling the piece.
Budget: selected artists will be paid a stipend of $1,000.00 for the first year. A second stipend of $1,000.00 will be paid to the artists at the start of the second year
Deadline: 7/3/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: The project is open to all artists residing in the states of Idaho, Montana, Utah, Wyoming, British Columbia, Washington, and Oregon regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, or physical or mental disability, etc.
Special Notes: The first-year period will run from the beginning of October 2023, through the end of September 2024, with a second-year option running from October 2024, through the end of September 2025.
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Sandpoint Silver Box Program
Sandpoint, Idaho
Summary: The Sandpoint Arts, Culture and Historic Preservation Commission invites artists to apply for the Silver Box Project, a Public Art on loan program. Three sculptures will be selected, for a one-year loan. The artwork will be mounted on stainless steel bases located in Downtown Sandpoint.
Budget: Selected artwork/ artists will receive a $1000 honorarium. The City of Sandpoint may consider purchasing one or more of the selected sculptures to become a permanent part of the City of Sandpoint’s Public Art Collection. Only pieces priced at $10,000 or less will be considered for purchase.
Deadline: 7/3/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: The project is open to all artists residing in the United States regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, or physical or mental disability, etc.
Special Notes: The artwork may not contain advertising, religious references, sexual content, or convey political partisanship
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Athmar Park Library–Deadline Extended to Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Denver, Colorado
Summary: The City of Denver’s Public Art Program seeks to commission an artist or team of artists to create an original public artwork for the Denver Public Library. The Athmar Park Library is a community hub, and the panel would like the artwork to reflect the diversity of the neighborhood.
Budget: $20,000
Deadline: 7/5/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Open to artists or artist teams residing in the state of Colorado
Special Notes: The panel has identified the outside entry as the main area for public art. The art could be located on the left or right side of the building entrance.
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Pauline Robinson Library–Deadline Extended to Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Denver, Colorado
Summary: The City and County of Denver’s Public Art Program seeks to commission an artist or team of artists to create an original public artwork, or series of artworks, for the Denver Public Library: Pauline Robinson Branch. The panel is very invested in artwork that recognizes Pauline Robinson’s contributions to Park Hill and the greater Denver community. The panel is interested in artwork that highlights Black culture and its significance to the neighborhood and community.
Budget: $17,000
Deadline: 7/5/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Open to artists or artist teams residing in the state of Colorado
Special Notes: Pauline Robinson was a trailblazer who fought for equal rights and better opportunities for children. She was one of the first Black graduates from the University of Denver and became the first Black librarian in Denver in 1943.
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Ross-Barnum Library–Deadline Extended to Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Denver, Colorado
Summary: The City of Denver’s Public Art Program seeks to commission an artist or team of artists to create an original public artwork for the Ross-Barnum Library. The original Barnum Branch Library first set up shop in a firehouse, circa 1919. Organized by librarian Florence Briber, the firefighters themselves helped in setting up the shelves and shelving books, and the branch operated together with the working fire station.
The branch serves a diverse area with Spanish and Vietnamese speakers as a large percentage of its patrons. Families represent a large segment of customers. The branch’s collection reflects the neighborhood’s diversity, and the library staff works hard to ensure access to materials and programs for these customers.
Budget: $20,000
Deadline: 7/5/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Open to artists or artist teams residing in the state of Colorado
Special Notes: The panel is invested in artwork that is welcoming, inclusive and outward facing for the larger community. The panel would like to see artwork that is culturally representative of the diverse neighborhood. The panel encourages intentional artwork that draws focus to the entryway. While not required, the panel is interested in artwork that could be interactive or artwork that provides opportunities for the community to be included in its creation.
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Covington WA Rotating Art Call
Covington, Washington
Summary: The City seeks unique art pieces complimentary to the park with the idea of creative placemaking. Selected public art pieces are to be loaned to the City and temporarily installed at Covington Community Park. A total of two pieces of public art will be selected for two separate locations at the park. Entries are limited to existing art pieces
Budget: 3 year contract stipend of $1,000/year + de/install reimbursement up to $1,500
Deadline: 7/7/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: The City is searching for well-qualified, professional, and emerging 3D artists residing in the Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, and Idaho) to submit entries.
Special Notes: While there is no requisite theme, works that incorporate elemental themes of earth, water and air, the colors of which are currently part of City branding, are encouraged.
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Palisade Art Vision, PAV, 8th Annual Public Sculpture Exhibit
Palisade, Colorado
Summary: PAV envisioned an outdoor sculpture program to promote a visible aesthetic voice and to supplement the agriculture tourism of Palisade. With the collaboration of the Town of Palisade Government, Palisade Chamber of Commerce, local businesses, art galleries and artists, PAV has grown from four temporary pieces to over a dozen and has purchased or sold five of the exhibited sculptures.
Budget: Each artist will receive a stipend, $750 for sidewalk or 24″ diameter pedestal sculptures, $350 for small 12″ pedestal sculptures.
Deadline: 7/9/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Regional call for the following States: Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, New Mexico, and Arizona.
Special Notes: Sculpture(s) must be exhibited for the full length of the exhibit which is approximately one year. Size – nominally 12 inches to 9 feet tall and interesting from multiple angles.
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Public Art Grant Program
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Summary: The Public Art Grant Program provides funds to artists/artist teams, creatives, makers, performers, arts organizations, and other cultural drivers, to enhance and increase arts and culture and public art opportunities within the city of Green Bay. Funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), funds are dedicated to supporting presentations, performances, workshops, research, and/or the creation of artwork within the City of Green Bay. The program strives to encourage artistic engagement, spur economic vibrancy, and revitalize Green Bay through the arts.
Qualified artists across disciplines are eligible to apply for support to carry out specific projects and activities. Grantees will demonstrate tangible results of work undertaken and completed during the award period from August 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023.
Budget: Applicants are eligible to receive a one-time grant between $2,500 – $10,000.
Deadline: July 10, 2023, at 5:00 PM Central
How to apply: Green Bay’s website
Eligibility Requirements: Wisconsin residents at least 18 years old
Special Notes: Funds cannot be used to retroactively fund completed projects or portions of projects but can be used for ongoing projects.
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55th Avenue Promenade
Phoenix, Arizona
Summary: The Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture, in collaboration with the Parks and Recreation and Streets Transportation Departments, seeks to commission permanent artwork for the 55th Avenue Promenade, located between Camelback Road and Indian School Road in central Phoenix. The artwork must be made of durable materials that can survive the desert climate, provide shade in support of the City of Phoenix Cool Corridors Initiative, and enhance the pedestrian experience of this unique neighborhood amenity. Four locations have been identified however final placement will be determined based on the approved final design.
Budget: $300,000
Deadline: 7/12/23
How to apply: PublicArtist.org.
Eligibility Requirements: This project is open to any professional artist with the demonstrated ability to meet the criteria (SEE SECTION III – EVALUATION AND SELECTION), regardless of residency, race, ethnicity, gender, age, or experience level. No previous public art experience is required to apply. Arizona artists are strongly encouraged to apply. NOTE: Artists who are currently under contract or have completed two or more public art projects with the City of Phoenix are ineligible to apply.
Special Notes: Some elements of the artwork may be installed by a City contractor, for convenience, depending on the final design of the artwork. However, all installation costs will be paid by the art budget.
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Artistic Acoustic Sound Panels
Pompano Beach, Florida
Summary: The City of Pompano Beach is looking to commission an artist or artist team for work for hire artistic acoustic sound panels to be located at the new Senior Activity Center. The selected artist(s) should have experience with community engagement public art projects as they will be required to hold community engagement activities that will serve as inspiration in designing the acoustic sound panels. The engagement activities will engage the senior citizens of Pompano Beach and the final artworks are to be based on the senior citizens’ stories and history of Pompano Beach. The final artworks will be the design and fabrication of four (4) artistic acoustic sound panels: two (2) 6 by 20 feet and two (2) 6 by 70 feet.
Budget: $60,000
Deadline: 7/12/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: The project is open to all professional artists located in Broward County.
Special Notes: Throughout the project, the artist(s) shall conduct five (5) community engagement and outreach activities with Pompano senior citizens to interact and openly communicate the development of the final artworks.
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Port of Alaska – Administration Building
Anchorage, Alaska
Summary: the Municipality of Anchorage is inviting qualified artists to create public artwork proposals for the Port of Alaska’s Administration building located in Anchorage, Alaska. The art selection jury intends to commission two separate works of art to be permanently installed at the Port of Alaska’s new Administration building, Observation Deck Railing and Facility Exterior Façade
Budget: The total budget for artwork is $64,700. This includes two separate project locations: $32,350 for location 1, and $32,350 for location 2.
Deadline: 7/13/23, 11:59 PM Mountain
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: This is an open call
Special Notes: For both locations, the Art Selection Jury is interested in seeing proposals that incorporate marine and maritime themes.
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Motiva Public Sculpture Project
Greenbelt, Maryland
Summary: Greenbelt Metro Apartments LLC, in partnership with the City of Greenbelt, is seeking to commission an artist or artist team to create three-dimensional artwork to be installed at 6400 Cherrywood Ln. in Greenbelt, MD. The artwork will be sited in a public plaza at the main entrance to Motiva, a new 354-unit residential development. The artwork may include a single sculpture or a piece with multiple components.
Budget: $35,000
Deadline: 7/14/23
How to apply: Materials will be uploaded using Dropbox. See link below
Eligibility Requirements: Open to artists ages 18+ who reside in Maryland, Virginia, or the District of Columbia.
Special Notes: The artwork must be designed for permanency with a projected lifespan of at least 20 years. It should be: able to withstand climbing; resistant to weather, vandalism, wildlife, and groundskeeping impacts; and able to be maintained at a modest cost.
Artwork may be up to 10’-0” in height.
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Utah State Developmental Center Comprehensive Therapy Building
American Fork, Utah
Summary: seeking artists interested in creating site-specific exterior artwork for the Comprehensive Therapy Building. The committee hopes to find artwork that is visually engaging and potentially interactive / sensory / tactile. However, any work that is proposed for this new facility will need to consider the sensitivity, vulnerability, and occasionally aggressive or violent conditions these tenants may be facing.
Budget: $166,000
Deadline: 7/14/23 11:59p.m. Mountain
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: This project is open to artists / artist teams residing in the Intermountain West United States to include: Utah, Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, and Wyoming. Utah artists are strongly encouraged to apply.
Special Notes: Semi-finalists will be asked to present a full proposal to the committee on October 5, 2023 to include concept, budget, and timeline. All semi-finalists will be awarded an honorarium to help defray the costs of the development of the proposal.
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THEN AND NOW / Delano Neighborhood Sculptures
Wichita, Kansas
Summary: Commission up to two artist/artist teams to realize site specific artworks at two locations. The artwork should be appropriate for the character of the neighborhood, and each sites unique features. Artist(s) should create relevant works that further the sense of place, inspire, create dialogue and enhance the experience of this place.
Budget: $260,000 for the 2 sculptures (plus stipend for shortlisted artists)
Deadline: 7/14/23, 5 PM Central
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Professional artists and artist teams with a demonstrated history of completing durable, permanent, outdoor public art projects. Range of call includes United States Citizens residing in the states of Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.
Special Notes: Factors for consideration include: period bungalow architecture, commercial destinations, proximity to the Chisholm Trail and Arkansas River Crossing, First Nations’ trail establishment, the mature tree canopy place-making, and the neighborhood’s western gateway opportunity
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Beach Blvd. Roundabout – Entry Sculpture Garden–Deadline Extended to 7/21/23
Jacksonville Beach, Florida
Summary: The Community Redevelopment Agency of Jacksonville Beach is seeking proposals for a permanent structure that highlights the pedestrian friendly, beach life, and growing entrepreneurial spirit that is Jacksonville Beach. The Agency envisions this piece utilizing materials that all ages can engage with and enjoy, and an artist who is well versed in working within the elements of the site. The agency envisions a statement piece that is a focal point into the Downtown district, as well as a welcoming area where citizens and visitors can congregate in an engaging and safe manner.
Budget: $150,000
Deadline: 7/14/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: no restrictions noted other than being at least 18 years of age.
Special Notes: Artist must, if needed, be available to visit the site in person for potential client engagement during the period of the project in order to complete the design as per the project schedule.
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Fall Heritage Park Public Art Instillation
Denison, Texas
Summary: Preferred design colorful, interactive and engaging with a sense of motion and color. Design should contain elements related to DIA however will also be suitable for public viewing for the fall event season. Must consider weather, be family friendly, Heritage stage must remain functional as a performing platform. Design may extend beyond the stage but not block any activity or viewing by performers or public. Power is available
Budget: up to $12,000
Deadline: 7/15/2023
How to apply: email, see link below
Eligibility Requirements: Texas resident>18y/o, experience with public art installations for a municipality is preferred
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Art in the Heart of Main South
Worcester, Massachusetts
Summary: A panel of visual artists, community activists and Clark University community relations officers will select seven sculptures for Art in the Heart of Main South.
Although color is desired, works chosen will be based on quality, design, durability, scale, suitability for an outdoor environment, safety to the public, and stable mounting. Sculptures should be able to be well anchored to a base platform, into the earth or securely suspended from trees. The call organizers will site the sculptures in the grounds and trees on Clark University’s Campus and in University Park within guidelines set by the University and the Supervisor of the Worcester Public Parks Department, respectively.
Artists may submit up to three existing and/or proposed site-specific sculptures.
Budget: no stipend noted
Deadline: 7/15/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Practicing US sculptors of medium to large-scale works are eligible to apply.
Special Notes: $20.00 (Entry Fee)
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Alligator Sculpture at Phinizy Nature Center
Augusta, Georgia
Summary: The Greater Augusta Arts Council, on behalf of the Phinizy Center for Water Sciences, is requesting proposals from qualified sculptors or artist teams to create a unique, durable, low-maintenance, interactive, safe to touch, life-sized sculpture of an alligator to be placed on the grounds of the Phinizy Center.
The purpose of this call is to create an interactive, realistic, life-sized sculpture of an alligator for younger park guests to engage with. The sculpture will be located in a shaded area beneath a beautiful live oak tree, across a grassy sward from the play area where Phinizy’s younger guests usually spend part of their time while visiting.
Budget: $15,000
Deadline: 7/17/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: The request for proposals is open to all professional sculptors and artist teams residing in the Southeast region of the United States (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee). Proof of residency is required. All members of any team that applies must be at least 18 years of age and reside in the United States.
Special Notes: The proposed work (and any base) must exist within the following dimensional profile:
Not higher than approximately half a meter in the area where a child might sit
2.5 – 5 meters in length
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Cedar Park Community Sculpture Garden
Cedar Park, Texas
Summary: The City of Cedar Park, located just 17 miles from downtown Austin, is the third largest city in the Austin area with a population exceeding 86,000 within its city limits. The City of Cedar Park attracts residents and visitors from all over the globe because of its unique charm, close proximity to Austin and the Texas Hill Country, and the beauty surrounding the Lower Colorado River Lake System. You are invited to become an exciting part of Cedar Park by submitting your work for a year long period of display in the Cedar Park Community Sculpture Garden.
Budget: $400 stipend
Deadline: 7/21/2023
How to apply: See the link below.
Eligibility Requirements: The City will accept entries of large scale, free standing and interactive sculptures and welcomes all artists- professional, amateur and student.
Special Notes: All works must be of original design and execution and must be available for installation during the designated installation period (Oct. 9-16, 2023). Each artist may submit up to 3 pieces for consideration
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Horton Public Art RFQ (4 opportunities)
San Diego, California
Summary: This call for artists will reach out for four different project opportunities on the project site.
The aim for all four artwork opportunities is to create world-class public artwork in a
diverse range of mediums that are designed to engage the community, and showcase the
cultural diversity of the city and enhance the various civic and public spaces.
Budget: There is a significant budget range for each art opportunity at Horton, crafted to
create opportunities for emerging talent, and inspire established artists who look to
reach the millions of annual visitors coming to the Campus at Horton.
Deadline: 7/21/2023 8pm Pacific
How to apply: Submittable
Eligibility Requirements: Artists age 18 or older may apply as an individual or as a team.
Special Notes: This program is searching for innovative Artists and Artist Teams with an ability to
creatively approach engaging and active public art, and a deep understanding of
how public art complements and challenges our community and civic environment.
Artists or Artist Teams shortlisted through this RFQ will be asked to address the
selected locations as landmark visual opportunities and to create an engaging and
dynamic element inviting residents and visitors to the City to interact, connect and
utilize the spaces around the art. We further encourage Artists and Artist Teams to
explore perspectives on Horton’s place in San Diego’s rich and sometimes
overlooked historic significance as a gathering place.
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Pillars of Palm Springs
Palm Springs, California
Summary: The Palm Springs Public Arts Commission is proud to announce the funding for the creation of six new, permanent artworks. Each individual sculpture will represent an equity that represents the core ethos and identifier for Palm Springs community— a figurative and literal “value” pillar of our city. Artists from all backgrounds and from all levels of experience and engagement are encouraged to enter.
Budget: $300,000. Six recipients will each receive an award of $50,000 to create and install their approved artwork.
Deadline: 7/25/2023, 2pm Pacific
How to apply: PlanetBids. See link below
Eligibility Requirements: No restrictions noted.
Special Notes: The artwork will be unveiled on April 15, 2024 on World Art Day and will be a permanent part of the Palm Springs Public Art collection.
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Veterans Plaza Service Inspired Art
Tualatin, Oregon
Summary: he City of Tualatin invites artists/artist teams to submit their qualifications for the Veterans Plaza Service Inspired Public Art Installation.
Budget: Each artist/artist team selected as a semifinalist will receive a $2,500 stipend to prepare and present a proposal. The selected artist/artist team will receive $80,000
Deadline: 7/26/23, 5pm Pacific
How to apply: See link below
Eligibility Requirements: This opportunity is open to artists or artist teams nationally. Preference may be given to artists living/working in the Pacific Northwest, if quality is otherwise similar. Artist(s) who have military service experience/background are strongly encouraged to apply.
Special Notes: The artist/artist team is expected to present in person to a selection panel in Tualatin, Oregon.
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2023 Kinetic Art Program: Wind, Water, and Light
Cheyenne, Wyoming
Summary: Arts Cheyenne is seeking unique pieces of work, where movement, color, sound and other sensory experiences are focused on, in addition to consideration of the environment the piece will be displayed in. There will be no electrical power available at any of the placement sites, therefore, natural elements must be relied upon for the movement required of each piece. Additionally, each piece must be self-contained, stable, and durable for both its environment and for the safety of any living thing nearby. The sculptures will be installed outdoors in various parks around the Cheyenne community from September 2023 until September 2024.
Budget: Selected artists will be awarded an honorarium of $1,000.
Deadline: 7/28/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Artists must be United States residents and own all rights to the sculpture.
Special Notes: it is not uncommon that we receive winds in excess of 40-50mph, therefore significant consideration of this force must be taken into account. All sculptures must be available for installation by August, 2023
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Sculpture – Clearwater Beach Fire Station – RFQ
Clearwater Beach, Florida
Summary: The Clearwater Public Art & Design Program seeks an artist or artist team to develop artwork for the newly constructed Fire Station 46. The sculpture will sit in front of the fire station next to a busy sidewalk and commuter street. The structure should also contain a lighted element, either beneath the base of the sculpture to illuminate from within or uplighting so passersby can enjoy the sculpture in the day or night. Themes and topics suggested but not limited to fire elements, water elements, and/or fire station patches that firefighters exchange with other city and state fire departments.
Budget: $75,000
Deadline: 7/28/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: This opportunity is open to professional artists residing in U.S.
Special Notes: Designs can range in size, but the base should not exceed 5’x 5’ or 7’ in diameter. Maximum height is 25’ with the base.
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Nicholls State University Coastal Center
Thibodaux, Louisiana
Summary: Seeking artist to create site-specific sculpture. It should represent the wind-swept trees commonly seen on forested islands and other areas affected by continuous Gulf winds.
Budget: $95,000
Deadline: 7/28/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: This call for artists is open to professional artists 18 and over, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identification, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical ability.
Special Notes: Finalists’ will be paid $1,500 to offset expenses associated with developing proposals and travel if applicable
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Central Pointe Public Art RFQ, (4 potential projects)
Santa Ana, California
Summary:
The aim for all four artwork opportunities is to create world-class public artwork in a
diverse range of mediums that are designed to engage the community, and showcase the
cultural diversity of the City and enhance the various civic and public spaces.
Budget: Each of the 4 potential artwork locations has an allocated budget ranging from
$150,000 to $250,000.
The exact final commission contracts will be determined based on the approved and
selected proposals and the needs of each.
Deadline: 7/28/2023 5pm Pacific
How to apply: Submittable
Eligibility Requirements: Artists age 18 or older may apply as an individual or as a team.
Special Notes: Artwork for Central Pointe is an opportunity to build and shape a cultural landscape. While each opportunity will be curated as a unique space that functions as a stand-alone experience, the art will function together as a campus with a cohesive, overarching vision.
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Public Art Project for Park in Holly Springs (multiple works)
Holly Springs, North Carolina
Summary: Holly Springs, NC seeks to commission a professional artist (or artist team) to create a site-specific, functional artwork to be installed at a new park on Cass Holt Road. The project provides opportunities to include public art pieces throughout the site. The public art may be interactive and educational as well as visual and functional. The art should be reflective of the parks character, history and purpose.
Budget: $247,000
Deadline: 7/28/2023, 2pm Eastern
How to apply: email–see PDF for details
Eligibility Requirements: Open to all artists.
Special Notes: The project provides opportunities to include public art pieces throughout the site. The public art may be interactive and educational as well as visual and functional. More information about the Park can be found on the Town’s website: https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/2316/Cass-Holt-Road-Park
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St. James AMEC Culture Crossing Design Enhancements
San Antonio, Texas
Summary: The San Antonio River Foundation (River Foundation), in partnership with the San Antonio River Authority, the City of San Antonio, and Bexar County, seeks to commission a large-scale installation, which will feature a permanent shade structure and the display of more than 300 names, for the St. James AMEC Culture Crossing (Culture Crossing) at San Pedro Creek Culture Park. The shade structure must be functional and provide protection from the elements (sun, rain, etc.), be made from sturdy, low-maintenance materials suitable for the creek environment, and be placed over the former site and archaeological footprint of the St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME Church). This cohesive design, to encompass the entire Culture Crossing, will serve as a signature work of art to honor one of the most historically significant sections of the park.
Budget: $600,000-$750,000
Deadline: 7/31/23, 5pm
How to apply: PublicArtist.org
Eligibility Requirements: The opportunity is open to all art and design professionals, ages 18 and over, and residing in the United States, regardless of residence, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical or mental disability.
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Public Art for the Will Rogers World Airport
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Summary: Artists and artist teams are invited to submit qualifications for the design and installation of artwork in the Will Rogers World Airport (WRWA), Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The artwork is being commissioned by Sister Cities OKC (SCOKC) and will be owned and maintained by The City of Oklahoma City (City) upon completion. The Oklahoma City Airport Trust (Trust) will provide to the City a location for the display in the terminal.
Budget: $18,500
Deadline: 7/31/23 4pm Central
How to apply: email
Eligibility Requirements: This opportunity is open to all practicing artists who are at least 18 years of age. All artists and/or artist teams selected as finalists must attend the mandatory site tour. Artist teams may include artist apprentices younger than 18, as long as written permission for participation in the artwork process from the artist apprentice’s parent or guardian is provided.
The artist or artist team that is selected for the award must identify a locally based (living within a 120-mile radius of the Project site)
Special Notes: The artwork sought through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is the creation of either a 3-D Artistic Map or Video Screen Digital Art that identifies Oklahoma City and Oklahoma City’s seven Sister Cities around the world (Work). The Sister Cities are Haikou-China, Puebla-Mexico, Tainan-Taiwan, Piura-Peru, Kigali City-Rwanda, Rio de Janeiro-Brazil, and Taipei-Taiwan. The installation will be mounted to a wall in the center concourse area on the secured side of the Terminal in the Airport. Please refer to the following website for more information about Sister Cities, Oklahoma City, https://sistercitiesokc.org/.
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Crockett Dog Park Public Art Project
Dallas, Texas
Summary: The Public Art Program of the City of Dallas Office of Arts & Culture requests the submission of qualifications from artists or artist teams to design, fabricate and install a work of public art at Crockett Dog Park. Public Art designs (3D) will depict canine themes to be located in between the designated areas for large and small dogs.
Budget: $200,000
Deadline: 7/31/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: 18 years+, Dallas and Texas artists are strongly encouraged to apply.
Special Notes: A short list of up to three artists or artist-teams will be identified and contracted to develop a site-specific concept design for artwork. The artist or artist-team selected for the short list will receive a stipend of $1,500 to cover the costs of producing a site-specific public art concept proposal for the site location.
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Sandpoint Silver Box Program
Sandpoint, Idaho
Summary: The Sandpoint Arts, Culture and Historic Preservation Commission invites artists to apply for the Silver Box Project, a Public Art on loan program. Three sculptures will be selected, for a one-year loan. The artwork will be mounted on stainless steel bases located in Downtown Sandpoint. The City of Sandpoint may consider purchasing one or more of the selected sculptures to become a permanent part of the City of Sandpoint’s Public Art Collection. Only pieces priced at $10,000 or less will be considered for purchase.
Budget: Selected artwork/ artists will receive a $1000 honorarium.
Deadline: 7/31/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: The project is open to all artists 18+ residing in the United States regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, or physical or mental disability, etc.
Special Notes: The artwork shall not have kinetic elements or water features, Artwork minimum size: 24” x 24” x 24”, maximum size, 48” x 48” x 48”
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