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University of Illinois Seeks Artist for Globe Sculpture

Contracted Services ; Public Art ; Visual

Posted: Feb 01, 2023

University of Illinois Art in Architecture at Natural History Building – Globe Sculpture Budget: $40,000 Deadline: 04/03/2023 Call Summary The School of Earth, Society and Environment (SESE), together with the School of Integrative Biology (SIB) do research on Earth and Earth processes, including the biosphere (the plants and animals), the geosphere (the solid earth, its continents, oceans and mountains), the atmosphere (weather, storms, and climate), and human society (social science, geography, and geographic information). The objective for this globe sculpture is to depict on it these four components: weather and storms, continents, mountains and oceans, human society (cities, farmland), and living things (rainforests, animals etc.). The vision is to be able to identify these components when admiring this interior globe sculpture for the Natural History Building at the University of Illinois in Champaign/Urbana. Project Description The Natural History Building, located at 1301 West Green Street, Urbana, was designed by the prominent architect, Nathan Ricker, and was constructed in three phases between 1892 and 1924. Its exterior facade of red brick has a Victorian look. The building is officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The NHB Renovation and Construction Project, which took 7 years and cost nearly $79 million, involved a complete gutting and reconstruction of the building’s interior. The 156,000 sq. ft. building now hosts state-of-the-art lecture halls, instructional labs, classrooms, research laboratories, and offices. These serve all components of the three academic departments of SESE, and the teaching components of SIB. Because of the nature of the academic activities that take place in the building, the committee is seeking to procure a sculpture of the earth which shall depict and communicate in a realistic, naturalistic, or even abstract way, an aspect of the geological and biologic history. Eligibility This RFA solicitation for public art is open to all professional artists, artisans, or artist-led teams currently residing and legally permitted to work in the United States. Faculty, instructors, and staff of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as well as degree seeking fine art students are not eligible to apply. Application Requirements Artists are allowed to apply in teams. Artists applying as a team must split the allotted number of work examples between themselves. Selection Process Artists/teams may submit their work for consideration as defined below. The artist or team that is selected to produce the custom artwork will be notified by the Art in Architecture coordinator. Do not send a proposal unless contacted by the coordinator. Submission Instructions Email Address: fandsartinarch@mx.uillinois.edu Emailing Submission Instructions: Artists, artisans, and artist-led teams interested in the project should e-mail the following: Resume (if a team. one for each member) with current contact information, including: Name, Address, Phone, E-mail, Website (if available) Artist Statement/letter of Intent Up to 15 JPEG images of examples of the artist’s artwork. References of at least three professionals (commissioning agency or organization, design or arts professional, architect, landscape architect, engineer, etc.) who have a detailed knowledge of the artist’s work and working methods. Include contact name, complete address, telephone number, and e-mail for each reference. Interested artists must send the artwork materials by April 3, 2023 at 4:00 P.M Submissions received after this date will be kept for review for other Art in Architecture projects. Application materials may be delivered by email to fandsartinarch@mx.uillinois.edu. Contact Information Erika Lee 1501 S. Oak Champaign/Urbana, Illinois IL 61820 United States 1-217-244-4134 erikalee@illinois.edu For more information, click here.

Metro Arts Seeks Artists for Old Hickory Community Center

Contracted Services ; Public Art ; Visual

Posted: Jan 31, 2023

Old Hickory Community Center (Nashville, TN) National Call to Artists Call Summary Metro Arts is issuing a national call to artists to design, fabricate and install an interior suspended permanent public artwork for the Old Hickory Community Center (OHCC) in Nashville, Tennessee. The new regional community center will replace the existing OHCC located at 1050 Donelson Avenue. The site is located along the Cumberland River in the historic Old Hickory Village, a planned industrial complex and community dating to 1918. The budget is $250,000. Once selected for the project, the artist or artist team is expected to lead at least two (2) community engagements with residents and stakeholders. Community input will inform the artist’s proposed design for the public art. The artists are encouraged to read and find their connection to Metro Arts’ commitment to equity and use it to inform both their community engagement process and development of their work. After the design is approved, the selected artist will develop drawings, fabricate, and install the permanent public artwork at the Old Hickory Community Center prior to its targeted opening in Summer of 2024. Deadline All submissions of qualifications must be submitted through the Metro Arts Submittable page by: Monday, March 6th, 2023 by 11:59 p.m. For complete information on the art locations, images, selection process, anticipated schedule and how to apply in Submittable, go to Metro Arts Submittable page.

Artists Sought for Memorial Bench Public Art Project

Contracted Services ; Public Art

Posted: Jan 18, 2023

Pathway Resource Center is a transformational center of excellence that contributes to the workforce, family and economic development of the community. The center is located in the Amber Woods Apartment complex on the Far Eastside of Indianapolis. The programs and services offered at Pathway Resource Center are open to anyone that resides in Indianapolis and meets their specific parameters. One of their signature programs is the Youth Council, a year-long opportunity for young adults ages 13-18. Some benefits of Youth Council include resume writing, coordinating community events and activities and advocating for community wide changes that reduce crime. For several years, this amazing program was under the leadership of an alumni member, Stephanie Wilson. In 2022, Stephanie had to step down from this position to give more energy to diagnosed health complications. In October 2022, Stephanie passed away leaving a legacy of inspiration and love for the members of this empowering program and organization. On March 31, 2023, Stephanie would have been 35 years old. The family at Pathway Resource Center would like to honor Stephanie’s legacy by installing a memorial bench outside their location. Pathway Resource Center is commissioning artists to submit proposals with budgets to complete this project. Artists interested in submitting a proposal for this project should send an email to info@quadsolutionsllc.com and include the following: Name (first and last) Contact email Phone number Description of your proposed idea and quote of cost to complete (including materials and labor) Images of previous relevant artworks and projects The final day to submit your proposal is February 10, 2023. The winning proposal will be decided by the alumni and new Youth Council members at the first Youth Council meeting on February 15, 2023 and announced no later than March 9, 2023. The anticipated date of the installation ceremony is late March/early April. If you are interested in donating to this Memorial Project, signing up for the 2023 Youth Council program or finding more information about Pathway Resource Center visit www.pathwayindy.org.

Discover Wauwatosa Seeks Artists for ART 64

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Posted: Jan 17, 2023

Discover Wauwatosa is seeking 64 artists to participate in the second year of ART 64, a 2-day bracket-style live painting tournament with a grand prize of $20,000. The tournament will take place in The Village of Wauwatosa, WI on June 9-10, 2023. The application for artists who wish to participate is now available online at Art64Tosa.com. The application is open to artists from across the country. All 64 competing artists receive a minimum of $100 for participation, with prize money increasing each round they advance. During the competition, members of the public are invited to watch the paintings come to life and vote for their favorite paintings online. The artist in each pairing with the most votes advances to the next round. Paintings created during the tournament will be auctioned online using OneCause’s mobile bidding platform – if sold, artists will receive 70% of sale, 20% commission will go to the Wauwatosa Parks Improvement Fund, with the remaining 10% going back to ART 64. If you didn’t get a chance to participate or attend last year’s event, which saw thousands of attendees, check out this video to see what it’s about.The deadline for applications is Friday, March 10, 2023. The selected artists will be notified on March 31, 2023. There is no cost to apply. For more information on rules, required application materials, and timeline, please visit the ART 64 website. If you have questions, contact art64tosa@newaukee.com.

United States Mint Announces Call for Artists

Contracted Services ; Visual

Posted: Jan 13, 2023

The United States Mint (Mint) is pleased to announce a call for artists to participate in its Artistic Infusion Program (AIP). Established in 2003, the Mint AIP contracts with talented, professional American artists who represent diverse backgrounds and a variety of interests. The AIP was specifically designed with the objective of enriching and invigorating the designs of United States coins and medals. The program meets that goal by developing a pool of talented external artists who are prepared to work closely with the Mint’s staff, including the United States Mint Chief Engraver and Medallic Artists, to create and submit new designs for selected coin and medal programs throughout the year. Interested artists are highly encouraged to submit applications for consideration. AIP artists’ designs are found on many coins and medals. In most cases, the artist’s initials appear on the final coins or medals, along with the initials of the Mint Medallic Artist who sculpted the selected designs. Artist information is included in historical documents, Certificates of Authenticity, and promotional materials. Artists who join the AIP work under a task order contract from their own studios, providing candidate designs in the form of finished drawings. Under current AIP provisions, artists are paid $2,000 to $3,000 per assignment. In addition, artists receive a $5,000 bonus for every design selected for use on a coin or medal. The Mint will be accepting applications for the program beginning January 23, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. (noon) Eastern Time (ET). Applicants must fill out an application form and submit five to ten images of work from their portfolio. Following Evaluation Phase One, the Mint may invite selected participants to join the AIP without further evaluation. Those applicants selected for further evaluation will be invited to Evaluation Phase Two, which will require the submission of a resume or CV, a web link to their online portfolio, and the development and submission of a demonstration design for which each selected artist will be paid a fee of $1,500. The Mint is especially interested in artists who will bring innovative perspectives and utilize symbolism in their work to clearly and evocatively convey subjects and themes. From portraits and landscapes to depictions of notable achievements in American history, coin and medal designs require rendering a range of subjects and themes on a small space. To serve as an AIP Designer, a candidate must be: A citizen of the United States At least 18 years old at the time of application submission A professional artist with work either published, produced, or exhibited in any design-driven media such as illustration, graphic design, animation, concept art, comics, collectibles, poster art, street art, tattoo art, or any other outlets where design integrity is at a premium To be considered, artists must register online at www.usmint.gov/callforartists and submit their application, including images, by March 3, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. (noon) Eastern Time (ET).

Indy Arts Council Seeks Public Art Administration Apprentice

Contracted Services ; Employment ; Indy Arts Council Opportunity ; Professional Development ; Public Art ; Visual

Posted: Jan 12, 2023

The Indy Arts Council seeks a part-time, one-year Public Art Administration Apprentice in connection with Indianapolis’ hosting of the NBA All-Star Game in February 2024. This apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity to learn and practice public art project management skills, and participate in the excitement of an international-level sports hosting event. TERM: March 2023 through February 2024 STIPEND: $10,000 (approximately $25/hr for two half-days per week for one year) APPLY BY: Wednesday, February 15, 5:00 p.m. EST The apprentice will work with Julia Moore, Director of Public Art, and will help manage “Hoosier Historia”, a statewide public art project that will create 24 landmark sculptures featuring artist-designed Indiana basketball stories. Responsibilities will include artist correspondence, budget and paperwork tracking, and other administrative tasks. The apprenticeship pays a stipend of $10,000 for the year: this works out to $25/hr for approximately 8 working hours (ideally two half-days) per week. The daily schedule will be negotiated between the apprentice and their supervisor. The majority of this work will be done from the Arts Council’s offices in downtown Indianapolis, but occasional remote work is possible. The apprenticeship requires a commitment for a full year/full term of the project. The ideal candidate is a new or aspirational public art administrator. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE You do not need to have completed a diploma or degree to apply for this role Preferred experience (any length, paid or volunteer) includes studio-based visual arts, art history, arts administration, public administration, accounting/finance, business administration/management, project management, event planning/management, and marketing/communications Other desirable experience includes prior work (paid or volunteer) in an office setting, in an arts setting, or creating/administering public art REQUIRED SKILLS Comfortable using personal computers and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experienced in electronic communications using phones, email, and video conferencing platforms (for example: Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, etc.) Comfortable with basic mathematical operations and calculations (such as would be used to create a budget and track expenses) Fluency in spoken and written English Experience with or willingness to learn Google Workspace products (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides) DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Familiarity with visual arts forms, terminology, and techniques Familiarity with Indiana-based visual artists DESIRABLE PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Creative thinker Well-organized Detail-oriented Persistent Communicative Fast learner Multi-tasker HOW TO APPLY If you believe this is the opportunity for you, we’d love to learn who you are! Please send or deliver your resume with a cover letter/email Use your cover letter/email to outline your matching skills and experience, note special considerations, and express what you feel you can bring to the role If you are a currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student, please use the cover letter to indicate your program completion date and your availability for the full year of the apprenticeship The Indy Arts Council is an equal employment opportunity workplace. Mail, email, or deliver application materials to: Julia Moore, Director of Public Art, Indy Arts Council 924 N. Pennsylvania St., Suite A, Indianapolis, IN 46204 jmoore@indyarts.org QUESTIONS? Please call Julia Moore at (317) 624-2556

Ignite Studio Seeks Clothed Figure and Portrait Models

Contracted Services ; Visual

Posted: Jan 11, 2023

Ignite Studio is looking for clothed figure and portrait models for a drawing class. This arts-focused makerspace at Hamilton East Public Library hosts FREE figure drawing classes on the first Monday and third Thursday of each month. Models start with quick warm-up poses and progress to longer poses throughout the session. Pay is $30 for one session or $75 for a two-session commitment. Modeling experience preferred. Time frame is 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the Ignite Studio classroom. Please contact Kris Hurst, Arts Engagement Coordinator at Ignite Studio, at hurstk@hepl.lib.in.us if interested.

MuncieArts Requests Qualifications for Public Art Projects

Contracted Services ; Public Art ; Visual

Posted: Jan 05, 2023

MuncieArts and the City of Muncie invite artists and artist teams working in the public realm in a variety of 2D and 3D visual media and artistic approaches at all stages of their artistic career to submit qualifications for inclusion in a Prequalified Artist Pool for upcoming public art opportunities. A list of visual artistic disciplines may include but not be limited to: painting, sculpture, mural, mosaic, illustration, photography, drawing, printmaking, graphic design, new media and digital art, decorative arts (ceramic, pottery, jewelry, glass), architecturally integrated installations, social practice-based art, environmental and earth art. A list of eligible artists selected for the Prequalified Artist Pool will be used by the MuncieArts staff and committees to recommend appropriate applicants for a range of permanent and temporary public art opportunities. All public art opportunities are required to have an artist-led community engagement component during the project development stage. Artists invited to be part of the Prequalified Pool will be selected based on the relevance of their previous experience, demonstrated artistic practice, and commitment to public engagement, equity, and access. Accepted applications will be kept on file in a pre-qualified pool until December 31, 2024. Acceptance to the pre-qualified pool does not guarantee that a project will be offered, though all pre-qualified artists will be considered. Artists selected for a project shortlist will be notified. Please include a permanent email address in your application as this will be the address used to contact you for potential future projects. Application will remain open until December 31, 2023. Early application is encouraged. Please visit https://www.munciearts.org/rfq to view and download the RFQ Instruction Document and apply. Questions not answered in the RFQ Instruction Document can be directed to publicart@munciearts.org. PLEASE NOTE: Inclusion in the Prequalified Artist Pool does not guarantee selection for any projects. The MuncieArts staff reserves the right to launch separate calls for artists for individual projects and special initiatives.

Indianapolis Zoo Seeks Artists for Naturally Inspired Paint Out

Contracted Services ; Visual

Posted: Jan 05, 2023

The Indianapolis Zoo is currently accepting artist applications for the 21st annual Naturally Inspired Paint Out. Please download the Entry Form and submit that along with the requested materials by Tuesday, Feb. 28. Each year, the Zoo invites a group of juried artists to make art “en plein air” (outdoors) at the Naturally Inspired Paint Out presented by The Great Frame Up Downtown. This signature Zoo event is a great opportunity to showcase your talents in front of thousands of Zoo patrons while also supporting the Zoo’s mission of animal conservation. During this annual event, artists transform a blank canvas or a hunk of clay into a truly extraordinary work of art inspired by the natural world, right here at the Indianapolis Zoo. For more information and to apply, click here. Call 317-630-2019 with any questions.

The Stutz Seeks Artists for Public Art Installation

Contracted Services ; Public Art ; Visual

Posted: Jan 03, 2023

Deadline for Applications Sunday, February 5, 11:59 p.m. Eastern. This is NOT a postmark deadline. Eligibility Requirements Applicants must demonstrate the following qualifications and qualities: History of accomplishing successful, creative, and innovative public art projects, or showing the potential to do so. Ability to understand a locale’s sense of place, and to design in a context-sensitive manner Openness to working collaboratively with the project team members and the Stutz staff and to engaging with the community Be at least 18 years of age Carry General Liability insurance for the duration of the project Be willing to meet all contractual obligations and adhere to the project timeline Given the neighborhood’s demographic history, the selection panel is particularly interested in artists from minority and underrepresented communities Project Overview The Stutz, on behalf of SomeraRoad and through the Public Art for Neighborhoods Program, is requesting qualifications from artists or artist teams who are interested in creating outdoor public artwork for the indicated site. This RFQ is an open call to experienced artists. Artists living in Indiana are strongly encouraged to apply, but the project is open to all artists based in Indiana-adjacent states (Ohio, Illinois, Michigan & Kentucky). The project budget is $100,000 (all-inclusive). About the Project SomeraRoad is redeveloping the historic Stutz Building at 1060 N. Senate Ave. Originally built to manufacture Stutz Automobiles, the 441,000 SF complex comprises 8 buildings, connected by skybridges, and dissected by alleyways. SomeraRoad acquired the building in 2021 with plans to redevelop it into a best-in-class mixed-use asset while respecting the building’s storied history. The upgrades will include modernized building systems and elevators, tenant amenity spaces, food and fitness options, and a vibrant and activated streetscape. SomeraRoad has engaged PATTERN to oversee the Public Art project and to convene a committee of community-based stakeholders and experts to select the semi-finalists and finalist. Site Information Built in 1912, the Stutz is a historic, architecturally significant building situated on the north side of downtown Indianapolis. The building takes up an entire city block between 10th and 11th streets, and Senate and Capitol aves. The surrounding neighborhood currently consists of mostly commercial and industrial buildings with a handful of apartment buildings. IU Health is the largest real estate stakeholder in the area with a multi-year, mixed-use Health District development project in the works. The selected artist will be working with an exterior alley on the west side of the building. (Please note shared images of the alley show it as being under construction. The alley will be in full repair with concrete poured by the time of the art installation.) keeping in mind that the purpose of Public Art for Neighborhoods is to provide a permanent public ADA-compliant amenity. This work of public art will be a highly visible design element that celebrates the history of the building and surrounding neighborhoods. Project Timeline This timeline represents the project as it now appears. Changes may be necessary as the project progresses. January 2, 2023 – Release Request for Qualifications February 5, 2023 – Artist qualification packages due to The Stutz: See below under “How to Apply” for details. Week of February 6, 2023 – Artist applications reviewed February 13, 2023 – Selected artists are invited to submit a full proposal (paid) March 19, 2023 – Full proposals due March 23, 2023 – Finalist notified March 30, 2023 – Public Art Plan submitted to Public Art for Neighborhoods Steering Committee Week of April 20, 2023 – Public Art Committee meets May 2023 – December 2024 – Fabrication of approved artwork January – March 2024 – On-site installation of completed artwork Resources Download project drawings and images from this link: https://tinyurl.com/4ffhnk2e Selection Process No designs are required as part of the initial RFQ response. Applications received in response to this Request for Qualifications will be reviewed by SomeraRoad and the Stutz project teams along with the Community Selection Committee. Selected semi-finalists will be identified and invited to submit full proposals with designs and will be compensated $1500. Finalist presentations should include concept, design, detailed budget for the available funds, installation method, and projected maintenance. A proposal will be selected from the semi-finalist group and the artist will work with SomeraRoad, the Stutz and their design team to propose the artwork concept and create a Public Art Plan, to be reviewed by the Public Art for Neighborhoods Steering Committee. Once approved, the artwork will be fabricated and installed in coordination with the Stutz. The Public Art Selection Committee consists of experts in their respective fields and includes artists, arts advocates, curators, and other arts and community development specialists. Selection Criteria Semi-finalists will be selected based on their technical ability, experience and aesthetic sensibility. The finalist artist/artist team will be selected based upon the following criteria: Artistic quality: artist’s submission displays a record of appropriate, yet innovative, concepts brought to a site or project, and documents creative and stylistically distinctive solutions to design and site issues Aesthetic sensibility: artist’s work displays an aesthetic that would be desirable for this project Technical ability: artist’s submission indicates skill with materials and techniques similar to those that would be required for this project Experience: artist’s submission has indicated familiarity with clients and conditions similar to those that would be used on this project, or has demonstrated the ability on past projects to quickly acquire the skills needed to be successful on a project similar to this one Process: artist’s submission indicate that the working relationship will be productive and the completed project will successfully meet the challenges particular to the site and overall initiative in a timely manner, including successfully completing all documentation and managing the given project budget How to Apply: Request for Qualifications If applying as a team, each member of the team, must submit the application and supporting documentation RFQ Application and Upload of Supporting Attachments: Completed Application Form https://forms.gle/4TCT3nJoHcTzFf2R8 Upload of CV/Resume via the Application Form link (limit CV up to 3 pages) Upload of Three Professional References via the Application Form link. References should be from individuals or entities who have deep knowledge of the artist’s artwork and work methods. References should include complete contact information. Visual Support Materials Image descriptions: Label each uploaded image with title, medium, year, project budget, and any relevant description. Images: Up to Twenty (20) jpg images of completed relevant artworks. Video: Optional video file may demonstrate moving parts, time-based work, functionality, etc. (.mov, or mp4 files, no larger than 60MB each, nor longer than five minutes each.) How to Submit Visual Support Materials Submit the images and video in one of the following ways (please choose only one!) Upload files to your Dropbox and send a sharing link to polina@patternindy.com. The email containing the sharing link must be date-stamped by 11:59 p.m. (Eastern) on Sunday, February 5, 2023. OR Upload the information to WeTransfer (http://www.WeTransfer.com) and direct it to polina@patternindy.com. The system-generated email containing a link back to WeTransfer must be date-stamped by 11:59 p.m. (Eastern) on Sunday, February 5, 2023. QUESTIONS? Polina Osherov, Public Art Committee Chair polina@patternindy.com For more information about the Stutz, please visit www.thestutz.com. For the full RFQ, click here.

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