Sept 16-30 Call for Artists -Updated
Updated with 24 call for artists with deadlines September 16-30, 2023. Many of these calls actually have multiple opportunities for sculptors, whether that is for commissions, purchases of existing artwork, art on loan programs and rosters to be eligible for future calls with that entity. Read them all now and pick the one (or ones) that best suits you and apply now.
Be sure to also check out sculpture opportunities with deadlines in the first half of Sept 2023 at our previous call for artists.
Multi-Modal Transit Facility
Wichita – Delano, Kansas
Summary: Four art-opportunity locations exist within the Transit Facility, to be completed on or before June of 2025.
- Element A – LOBBY FEATURE WALL: Mixed media installation including mural and or wall mounted relief sculpture.
- Element B – PLATFORM WALLS / MURAL
- Element C – TUNNEL WALLS & CEILING / MURAL
- Element D – GARAGE SCREENS / PATTERNS: Art-imagery/pattern for large scale architectural screen system. Work to be transferable to perforation patterns within weathering steel screen units.
Budget: $202,000 (plus stipend for finalists)
- Element A $42,500
- Element B $80,000
- Element C $44,500
- Element D $30,000
Deadline: 18 September, 2023, 11:59 PM Central
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Professional artists and artist teams with a demonstrated history of completing durable outdoor public art projects.
Special Notes: The Finalist Proposals will be a 5 Minute (maximum) digital video presentation and corresponding PDF of Artists’ Developed Concepts, including renderings, narrative description, budget and timeline. Artists should reference how project goals are met with their Developed Concepts.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Huntersville Park
Norfolk, Virginia
Summary: The committee wants bright, energetic artwork that relates the stories of Huntersville, celebrating its rich heritage and history. Beautiful and meaningful, modern but not completely abstract, the artwork should stimulate thought and appeal to multiple generations. It should tell of a resilient neighborhood of people who speak for themselves, mentor their youth, and honor their elders.
Budget: $115,000
Deadline: 9/18/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: This project is open to all artists over 18 years of age. Local artists of color are especially welcome to apply.
Special Notes: The artwork should be pedestrian scale yet attract attention from vehicles on the adjacent and very busy Tidewater Drive. The artwork must be made of durable, permanent materials that are safe and easily maintained, standing the test of time and the elements.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Percent for Art Call for Artists: Broad-Germantown-Erie Intersection
Philadelphia,
Summary: The Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy (OACCE) and the City of Philadelphia announce a competition to commission site-specific public artwork to be installed at the intersection of Broad, Germantown, and Erie (BGE).
The BGE Percent for Art project will provide several opportunities for two- and three- dimensional public artworks throughout the Erie and Butler Triangles. The artworks will be inspired by positive quotes and sayings that were selected by the community. The art may be expressed in a variety of artistic mediums, including etchings and mosaics, embedded into surfaces within the intersection as well as sculptural works.
Budget: $200,000
Deadline: 9/21/23
How to apply: Submittable (see link below)
Eligibility Requirements: The City of Philadelphia’s Percent for Art program invites all interested artists to apply for this public art commission and encourages artists to consider forming multi-disciplinary artist teams where appropriate. Priority will be given to artists or artist teams who reflect the diversity of the Nicetown/Tioga community, and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and female artists or artist teams are strongly encouraged to apply. Qualified local artists or artist teams who live or work in the community around the Broad, Germantown, Erie intersection will also be prioritized for this opportunity, but any artist may apply.
Special Notes: Create a free account on Submittable to and submit your qualifications through their form.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Great Streets Initiative – CityPlace Streetscape Project
Burlington, Vermont
Summary: The Great Street Initiative: The CityPlace Streetscape Project will commission one public artwork to be incorporated into the design of the sidewalk adjacent to and surrounding the larger CityPlace Development project. The proposed public artwork may include but are not limited to stand-alone sculpture, artwork integrated into the design of existing infrastructure such as granite curbs or stormwater sites, or other amenities such as bike racks, planters, and seating.
Budget: $90,000
Deadline: 9/22/2023 11:59pm Eastern
How to apply: https://burlingtoncityarts.awardsplatform.com
Eligibility Requirements: This Call to Artists is open to artists and artist teams who reside in the United States and who can submit a W9. Regular employees of BCA and BCA Board members are not eligible to apply. Concepts will not be eligible that incorporate hate speech, hate symbols or profanity In an effort to increase art resources with the following communities, BCA strongly encourages submissions from those who identify as people of color, as LGBTQ, or with disabilities, and those who are veterans, immigrants, or low-income residents.
Special Notes: Finalists will receive a $1000 honorarium to develop a final proposal including a detailed budget
Click here to read more about this call for artists including application instructions
Burlington International Airport Hallway Project
Burlington, Vermont
Summary: Burlington International Airport (BTV) in Burlington, Vermont, is excited to partner with Burlington City Arts (BCA) on a call to artists for a new permanent artwork at the airport.
Budget: $50,000 ($2,500 for up to five $500 stipends for the shortlisted artists from the RFQ round to develop their full proposals, and $50,000 for the final selected artwork.)
Deadline: 9/22/2023
How to apply: BCA Awardsplatform
Eligibility Requirements: This Call to Artists is open to artists and artist teams who reside in the United States and who can submit a W9. Regular employees of BCA and BCA Board members are not eligible to apply. Concepts will not be eligible that incorporate hate speech, hate symbols, or profanity. In an effort to increase art resources with the following communities, BCA strongly encourages submissions from those who identify as people of color, as LGBTQ, or with disabilities, and those who are veterans, immigrants, or low-income residents.
Special Notes: Website Submission Instructions
Once you have logged in or created a new account, go to “start an application,” then from “category” choose “Public Call to Artists,” then under the sub category select “BTV Hallway Project.”
Click here to read more about this call for artists and application instructions
Indianapolis International Airport North Garden Sculpture Loan
Indianapolis, Indiana
Summary: The Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) invites artists to provide proposals to temporarily install a work of art outdoors at the Indianapolis International Airport. This opportunity is for one pre-existing, free-standing work of art to remain on display in the North Terminal Garden for two (2) years.
The artist will also agree to give the IAA the right of first refusal to purchase the artwork at a pre-established price, which will be negotiated between the artist and the IAA as part of the loan agreement. The IAA must exercise its right before the end of the two-year loan period. Loan fees paid to the artist will apply towards the purchase of the artwork by the IAA.
Budget: $5,000 for the two-year loan period; in addition, the IAA will reimburse the artist for up to $5,000 in direct expenses related to transportation, installation and deinstallation of the work.
Deadline: 9/24/2023
How to apply: Indianapolis Grant Platform
Eligibility Requirements: Artists responding to this RFP must be at least 18 years of age and reside in the states of Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, Ohio, Wisconsin, or Missouri.
Special Notes: When applying online look for the call labeled “Indianapolis International Airport North Garden Sculpture Application” with the photo of the airport. (this is important as there are TWO airport opportunities available on the platform–be sure you select the correct one!)
Click here to read more about this call for artists and application instructions
NESA 75th Anniversary Gala ~ Silent Auction Call for Art
New England Sculptors Association, Westwood, MA
Summary: As part of our celebration on November 4th, we are planning to offer a silent auction with a variety of indoor sculptures, outdoor sculptures, other artwork produced by our members, and some fun gift baskets. We are asking members to consider donating one of their pieces for this as an opportunity to support NESA and to showcase their work.
Budget: n/a
Deadline: September 25, 2023
How to apply: online, see link below
Eligibility Requirements: Open to Active Members Only
Special Notes: Your donation and the funds raised would be an invaluable asset to NESA and would help us to achieve our goals of reaching a wider audience of the community, providing scholarships to younger sculptors, and running workshops subsidized or free to the public. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we will provide a receipt for the value of your donation for tax purposes.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Public Art Roster
Sarasota, Florida
Summary: The City of Sarasota Public Art Program is accepting applications to the 2024-2026 Artist Roster from August 21, 2023 – September 25, 2023. The Artist Roster is a list of artists who pre-qualify to work with the City’s public art program. It allows for a simplified and transparent selection process. The Roster will become the main tool for choosing artists for citywide public art projects for the Public Art Program as we launch new goals and strategies associated with the Public Art Plan.
Successful applicants will be eligible for projects from January 2024 – September 2026. If accepted, we will share the portfolio that you submit with local art selection committees.
Budget: up to $150,000
Deadline: 9/25/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: This Call is open to local, regional, national, and international artists.
Special Notes: Qualifying artists and artist teams from Florida will be placed into our Regional Artist Roster.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Mothership Youth Shelter
Denver, Colorado
Summary: The City of Denver’s Public Art Program seeks to commission an artist or artist team to create original public artwork(s), for the Mothership Youth Shelter. The selection panel members have set forth specific goals and parameters for this public art project with the hope of creating unique and inspiring works of art for the diverse communities that will interact with the Mothership Youth Shelter.
The selection panel is open to artwork in all media and materials suitable for outdoor display.
Budget: $180,000 ( The selection panel has identified a location for potential artworks for the allocated total budget of approximately $180,000.00 USD.)
Deadline: 9/25/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: This project is open to artists nationally.
Special Notes: Denver Public Art is also hosting a virtual pre-application meeting on Wednesday, September 6th, 5:30-6:30 p.m. for interested applicants.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
University of Colorado Boulder Hellem Arts & Sciences Building – Request for Qualifications
Boulder, Colorado
Summary: Qualifications are requested from artists interested in creating public artworks for the Hellems Arts and Sciences Building at the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colorado. The committee is looking for artworks that address one or more of the potential locations within the Hellems Arts and Sciences Building. Among the locations available for artwork are wall-mounted opportunities and one ceiling-hung location. The building cannot accommodate three-dimensional sculptural artworks on the floor of any spaces. The committee is interested in multiple artworks from multiple artists;
- Opportunity 1 –wall in the entry space on the first floor of the building
- Opportunity 2A – 2C–multiple walls at the entrance of the east wing on floors 1B, Level 1 and Level 2.
- Opportunity 3A – 3B–walls along the hallway of the office wing of Levels 1 and 2.
- Opportunity 4–ceiling and two-floor volume space in the new entrance/student area. The committee is excited for the potential of a hanging artwork that highlights this open area
- Opportunity 5–stairs located at each of the 4 quadrants of the building.
Budget: up to $255,000 (the total budget of $255,000 will be split between multiple commissions, in amounts to be determined.)
Deadline: 9/26/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: All applicants must be residents of the United States.
Special Notes: The full RFQ, including images, site plans, and renderings can be viewed here.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
One Columbia Public Art Roster Application
Columbia, South Carolina
Summary: The One Columbia Public Art Roster is a curated list that serves as a resource for One Columbia public art selection committees and as a reference for external organizations and private entities. The Roster may be used in combination with an open call or invitational or as the sole resources for identifying appropriate artists/teams for a project when the project requirements make it useful; an expedited selection process, need for a specific skillset, or a curated opportunity.
Budget: n/a for this roster
Deadline: 9/28/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: US citizen or can be authorized to work in the United States. South Carolina artists are preferred.
Special Notes: TIPS: Describe the focus of your studio work or public art practice. Include the media in which you are most fluent and the concepts that inform your approach to site specific public art. If there is a mission/philosophy that informs your vision, perspective, and/or approach to making art that you want selection committees to be aware of, please address this in your statement.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Lexington Freedom Train: A Public Art Monument to Lewis and Harriet Hayden
Lexington, Kentucky
Summary: LexArts, in partnership with the Lexington Freedom Train Memorial Committee, seeks an artist or artist team to create an artwork that honors Lewis and Harriet Hayden, two of Lexington’s enslaved who became famed abolitionists, to remember the stories of other enslaved persons in Lexington and to commemorate their paths to freedom via Lexington’s Underground Railroad.
There can be no learning or healing by selectively forgetting or hiding the past, it must be confronted. This monument, to be located just a few blocks from what was Kentucky’s largest slave market, will be a constant and visible reminder of our racist history. It will honor not only Lewis and Harriet Hayden, but every enslaved Lexingtonian, and will be one of the first monuments in the city representing enslaved African Americans.
Budget: $400,000
Deadline: 9/29/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Must be 18 years or older and a professional artist with previous experience making public art. We are committed to a policy of providing opportunities to people regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate based on race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or physical disability.
Special Notes: This project will be a significant element of Lexington’s 250th anniversary in 2025, and the Nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Prospectus #273 Large Scale Purchase Initiative
New Mexico
Summary: The objective of the Large Scale Purchase Initiative is to diversify the state’s public art collection by purchasing artwork from artists in all stages of their career. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of the arts in New Mexico, the Southwest, and the nation while building a dynamic public art collection for the State of New Mexico. Please note that only ONE application per artist will be considered. Galleries are able to create multiple applications for multiple artists they represent.
Budget: $50,000 – $200,000 (Purchase contracts will be a $50,000 minimum for each artwork.)
Deadline: 9/29/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: The project is open to artists who reside in, and galleries that are located in, Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Utah. Galleries may submit qualifications on behalf of any artist represented by the gallery, regardless of the artist’s residency. Finalists may be required to submit verifiable proof of residency prior to being awarded a purchase contract.
Special Notes: The price of large exterior 3-Dimensional work should include site preparation and foundation.
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Public Art for Department of Public Safety West Facility
Southlake, Texas
Summary: The City of Southlake seeks to commission new artworks for visually prominent locations in the community. The Department of Public Safety West Facility is located on the west side of Southlake. This is the only Public Safety Facility that does not feature public art.
The artwork should: Feature a public Safety (Police and Fire) theme; Compliment the architecture and design of the building; Be of the highest quality; Create interest for the community; Enrich the quality of life and visual environment for all residents and visitors of the city; Reflect the mission and values of the City of Southlake; Convey the integrity of the Department of Public Safety police and fire professionals; and Be appropriate to the identified location, durable and low maintenance. The goal of the piece is to be visible from Southlake Boulevard.
Budget: $100,000
Deadline: 9/29/23 (please note in another spot it says the deadline is September 30,2023 at 5:00 PM–play it safe and make it by the 29th.)
How to apply: via email, see link below
Eligibility Requirements: no restrictions noted
Special Notes: Artists chosen as finalists will be asked to visit the location before completing final concept.
Click here to read more about this call for artists including application instructions
Ward Road Station Public Art
Wheat Ridge, Colorado
Summary: Qualifications are requested from qualified artists and/or artist teams interested in creating site-specific public artworks(s) for the Ward Road Station Public Art project, located in the city of Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
Budget: $160,000 (for multiple sites along foot path and on south plaza)
Deadline: 9/29/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: These projects are open to all qualified artists residing in the United States. Preference will be given to artists who reside full-time in Colorado or in neighboring states of Colorado.
Special Notes: This budget could be used to commission one artist/artist team or be divided between multiple artists/artist teams depending on their expertise and proposals/presentations.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Request for Qualifications
Tustin, California
Summary: The City of Tustin Parks and Recreation Department’s Public Art Commission invites artists and artist teams to apply with their qualifications for inclusion in an Artist Database for notification and potential commission of one or more future public art commissions.
Budget: n/a at this time
Deadline: 9/29/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Open to artists of all experience levels, this RFQ aims to build an Artist Database for future commissioned art projects.
Special Notes: Local artists with little or no public art experience interested in entering the public art field are encouraged to apply as well. Artists working in any media may apply individually or as an artist team.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
RFQ Call for 3-D Artwork
Gladstone, Missouri
Summary: The City of Gladstone seeks to commission permanent public art that will welcome and engage visitors to this 17 acre park located at NE 76th St. and N. Troost. While the panel will consider all opportunities and mediums, exterior sculptural artwork will be best suited within the site
Budget: $50,000. A $1,000 proposal honorarium will be awarded to each semi-finalist in the RFP (Request for Proposals) phase to create an artwork proposal in addition to the allotted $50,000 budget.
Deadline: 9/29/23 11:59 PM, Mountain
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: The opportunity to compete for this project is open to all professional artists. Applicants must be able to show proof of completed past projects of this scale, work effectively within the project timeline, and collaborate with the City and stakeholder team.
Special Notes: Artwork should be site-responsive, and should consider inclusivity, durability, and maintenance within its plan.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Tittle McFadden Public Safety Center Public Art
Lewisville, Texas
Summary: The selection panel is looking for a unique, one-of-a-kind, monument-sized artwork that is appropriate for placement in front of a public safety facility and for the diverse Lewisville community. Our vision is for something in a contemporary style that is visually striking and can be seen from the nearby intersection of Main Street and Valley Parkway. It is not required that the theme of the artwork be directly connected to public safety functions and imagery, or to Lewisville or Texas history.
Budget: $320,000
Deadline: 9/30/23, 11:59 pm Mountain
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: This is a national and international call and request for proposal. Artists may apply as a single artist or as a multi-person collaborative group.
Special Notes: The incorporation of lighted elements with the artwork is desired, but not required.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
CT Aids Memorial
Hartford, Connecticut
Summary: The Shawn Lang Memorial Task Force is seeking artist qualifications to create the CT AIDS Memorial monument. The Task Force is named after Shawn Lang, a longtime CT advocate who spent her life fighting injustices.
This public art should serve as motivation for the justice work ahead. It will be a piece that encourages our souls to be stirred as we step into the arena, and into the complex work of confronting the racial/social/political inequities in CT. It is public art for justice.
Budget: The do-not-exceed budget for this project is currently $175,000.
Deadline: 9/30/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be experienced visual/sculpture/public art artists or artist-led teams. Preference will be given to artists residing in the state of Connecticut. As the commissioning organization, we are seeking to reach out to emerging artists, and artists of color, particularly those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.
Special Notes: Applicants will articulate in writing their passion for this process, recognizing that it is a call for art and a call for consciousness.
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
SculptureOne’s Partner Network 2024 Call to Sculptors
South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and Missouri
Summary: The PARTNER’S NETWORK and satellites provide artists the opportunity to exhibit sculptures in 7 different communities. (Read the full Call for Artists to get specifics on each of the programs and “satellites”
– 4 Sculpture Programs & 3 Satellites –
- CityArt Walking Sculpture Tour, Mankato, MN
- Sculpture Tour, Eau Claire, WI
- River City Sculptures on Parade, Mason City, IA
- Arts R Alive, Webster City, IA
SATELLITES
- Art Walk, Sturgis, SD
- Sculpture Trail, De Smet, SD
- Maryville, MO
Budget: In each program sculptors receive $1,000 honorariums for each sculpture, hotel accommodations, compete for awards and the People’s Choice purchase in 3 communities. If your sculpture was to circulate to every Partner the honorariums would total $4,000.00, add the satellites the total would be $8,000.00.
Deadline: 9/30/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: All Partner programs are open to professional and amateur artists of all backgrounds.
Special Notes: (Entry Fee): $10.00
Click here to read more about this call for artists or to apply
Public Art at John P “Top” Greene Cultural Center & the South Park Heritage Walk
Raleigh, North Carolina
Summary: Create Public Artwork at John P. “Top” Greene park and the South Park Heritage Walk as part of the 2022 Parks Bond project. Artwork can be integrated and/or stand-alone
Budget: $86,000
Deadline: 9/30/23
How to apply: Slideroom
Eligibility Requirements: This opportunity is open to individuals at least 18 years of age and teams who live or work in the United States.
Click here to download PDF to read more about this call for artists including application instructions
Public Art at John Chavis Memorial Park Aquatics Facility and Heritage Plaza
Raleigh, North Carolina
Summary: The City of Raleigh seeks to hire an artist to create public art for inclusion in the aquatics facility and or heritage plaza included in Phase 2 Improvements. This call is to create Public Artwork at John Chavis Memorial Park Phase III. Artwork can be integrated into the planned Aquatics Center and/or upgraded Heritage Plaza, or artwork can be stand-alone in the park.
Budget: $86,000
Deadline: 9/30/23
How to apply: Slideroom
Eligibility Requirements: This opportunity is open to individuals at least 18 years of age and teams who live or work in the United States.
Click here to download the PDF to read more about this call for artists including application instructions
Public Art at Lake Lynn
Raleigh, North Carolina
Summary: The City of Raleigh has an extensive Greenway system of trails connecting local parks and watersheds. This call is to create Public Artwork at Lake Lynn as part of the Trail Loop Improvements project.
Budget: $73,000
Deadline: 9/30/23
How to apply: Slideroom
Eligibility Requirements: This opportunity is open to individuals at least 18 years of age and teams who live or work in the United States.
Click here to download the PDF to read more about this call for artists including application instructions
Red Mile Gaming and Racing Mural / Public Art Installation
Lexington, Kentucky
Summary: LexArts Inc. in association with Red Mile Gaming & Racing seeks artists to create a vibrant public mural or art installation on the walls of the main interior Entry Way. Our goal is to commission proposals by three experienced public artists for the site with the expectation of realizing one of the proposals in the winter of 2023/2024.
Budget: up to $20,000
Deadline: 9/30/23
How to apply: CaFÉ™
Eligibility Requirements: We are committed to a policy of providing opportunities to people regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate based on race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or physical disability. Any artist may apply.
Special Notes: Artist must be able to legally work in the United States, be at least 18 years of age, and have successfully completed large outdoor murals in the past over 200 square feet.
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