Description of Opportunity
Encore Sotheby’s International Realty invites Indiana artists to submit their qualifications for their art to be displayed in the gallery-like offices of Encore Sotheby’s International Realty at 9510 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46260.
The intent of the Visting Artist Series is to offer an additional venue for Indiana artists to display their art and promote their craft, as well as give local artists an opportunity to sell their work. Each new artist will be introduced to Encore Sotheby’s International Realty clients, past and present, by way of an opening reception, which will also include the artist’s own clients, friends and family.
Press releases will be sent to all local media, as well as to the Sotheby’s International Realty network and the Sotheby’s Auction House in New York city.
After the artist is paid, all remaining proceeds will benefit Indianapolis area charities, including Gleaner’s Food Bank, Christamore House and Chaucie’s Place. (Artist keeps 75% of the sale - the other 25% to charity)
Artist Eligibility
Indiana-based artists working in any style are eligible to submit their qualifications. All varieties of media will be considered. Encore Sotheby’s International Realty promotes cultural diversity and encourages artists of all backgrounds and experiences to submit their qualifications.
Selection Criteria
Packages submitted for this RFQ will be evaluated on the following criteria:
1. The applicant’s demonstration of an excellent sense of design, superior craftsmanship and a profound understanding of materials.
2. The applicant’s demonstrated potential to address themes of relevance and to communicate the themes in an appropriate visual form.
3. The applicant’s demonstrated ability to deliver a completed project on time.
4. The involvement of artists with a significant connection to Indianapolis or Indiana by virtue of having been born in, lived in, been educated in, or spent professional time in the state or city.
Selection Process
A conflict-free panel made up of representatives from various professions, including those from the visual arts community, will review the submitted work according to the above criteria. The artist selected will be informed of the specifics of the series, including timeline, etc. Compensation will be provided for the artist selected in the amount of $1000. The chosen artist’s work can be offered for sale throughout the length of the show.
How to Submit Qualifications
All work, including digital images, background information, description of work, mission statement, etc. shall be submitted to:
Encore Sotheby’s International Realty
9510 North Meridian Street, Suite 200
Indianapolis, IN 46260
www.EncoreSothebysRealty.com
The following information should be submitted:
1. A minimum of six images of representative work must be included. Only one artwork view may be presented in each image. Each image should have a unique title. At least half of the images must be of completed work.
2. Provide a description of the project/image.
3. Include a current resume containing a list of projects, work, etc. Resumes must include full contact information.
4. Artist statement: This statement should describe the general nature of the applicant’s approach to creating art for the public. Applicant may address favorite themes, the nature of past community involvement, preferred medium, format or technique.
5. Please upload a list of three to five professional references, including complete contact information. The listed references should have a good knowledge of the applicant’s work and ability to execute projects.
6. Indiana connection - Does the applicant have a connection to Indiana or Indianapolis. Please explain the nature of the connection.
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Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
City of Westfield Call for Artists: Outdoor Mural/Artwork
The City of Westfield and the Grand Junction Task Group are seeking proposals for an outdoor mural/artwork. The installation of the artwork shall be June 1, 2011 to June 30, 2011 with the unveiling to occur in conjunction with the City’s Westfield Rocks the 4th celebration. The exhibit must be a removable display.
The purpose of the project is to give professional working artists an opportunity to gain exposure to a larger audience and to enhance the City’s public art program. Aesthetically pleasing, imaginative art that is site specific and relatable to the community is sought. The winning design must make a strong visual statement and be inviting and intriguing without being imposing. This mural/artwork will be a focal point and identifying marker for the City, specifically the downtown area. Artists or artist collectives are encouraged to submit.
The location:
After reviewing the guidelines, please submit the following electronically:
Deadline for submission is November 24, 2010. Please send submittal with all requested information to one of the two contacts below:
Mic Mead Jennifer Miller
Micmead1@aol.com jmiller@westfield.in.gov
The Grand Junction Task Group and the City of Westfield reserve the right to amend these guidelines when necessary. Please check with contacts listed above for most current information.
The purpose of the project is to give professional working artists an opportunity to gain exposure to a larger audience and to enhance the City’s public art program. Aesthetically pleasing, imaginative art that is site specific and relatable to the community is sought. The winning design must make a strong visual statement and be inviting and intriguing without being imposing. This mural/artwork will be a focal point and identifying marker for the City, specifically the downtown area. Artists or artist collectives are encouraged to submit.
The location:
- Approximately 1595 square feet, measuring 17’ x 94’ (estimate)
- Wall material is painted brick.
- Window and door must remain functional for the occupants.
- Wall is located in downtown Westfield on the southwest corner of Union St and Main St (SR 32).
- Artists will be chosen based upon the quality and professional presentation of their work
- Artists from Indiana will be given a priority
- Artists should be at least 18 years of age
- Priority will be given to artists showing some track record of showing their work professionally.
- Artists will be required to attend the installation and unveiling of the artwork.
- Artists must prepare their work for installation:
- Work will be displayed outside and must be weather proof
- Work must be removable from the building
- Work may not exceed a depth of 12 inches from the face of the wall
- Artists are responsible for insuring their work en route and during the installation.
- Artwork will be insured by the City post installation.
- Mural/artwork will become the property of the City.
- The City of Westfield will be responsible for the promotion of the installation via its web site, press release, and City Facebook page.
- The total budget for this project is ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00).
- Submission Deadline: 12:00 p.m., November 24, 2010
- GJTG review: November 29, 2010 to January 1, 2011
- Selection Announcement: the week of January 3, 2011
- Finalize renderings and sketches with GJTG: February 28, 2011
- Install Mural/Artwork: June 1, 2011 to June 30, 2011
- Unveiling: July 4, 2011 during the Westfield Rocks the 4th celebration
After reviewing the guidelines, please submit the following electronically:
- Artist Statement
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Photographs of previous work (no older than five years)
- Three letters of recommendation
- One page description of your proposal
Deadline for submission is November 24, 2010. Please send submittal with all requested information to one of the two contacts below:
Mic Mead Jennifer Miller
Micmead1@aol.com jmiller@westfield.in.gov
The Grand Junction Task Group and the City of Westfield reserve the right to amend these guidelines when necessary. Please check with contacts listed above for most current information.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
RFQ: Public Sculpture Opportunity - Terra Haute, Indiana
Public Sculpture Opportunity
Request for Qualifications
Art Spaces, Inc. – Wabash Valley Outdoor Sculpture Collection is issuing a Request for Qualifications for a site-specific project to be located in the city of Terra Haute, Indiana on the campus of Indiana State University.
Deadline for Receipt of Materials:
October 6, 2010
Send to:
Art Spaces, Inc.
100 S. Campus Drive
P.O. Box 3799
Terre Haute, IN 47803-0799
Art Spaces, Inc. – Wabash Valley Outdoor Sculpture Collection
This RFQ is for a sculpture for Rankin Plaza on the campus of Indiana State University. The plaza is a highly trafficked area on a campus serving students, faculty and staff of ISU, as well as off-campus visitors. Currently under re-construction, the plaza will be reopened in late 2010. Rankin Plaza is located along the Arts Corridor (7th Street) one block north of downtown Terre Haute.
The Arts Corridor includes the Indiana Theater, the Sheldon Swope Art Museum, Halcyon Contemporary Art, Gopalan Contemporary Art, independent artists’ studios, Vigo County Public Library, Crossroads Repertory Theater, ISU Performing and Fine Arts Center, and Tilson Hall. Five public outdoor sculptures may be found along the Arts Corridor with several others located nearby.
Artist’s Budget: $45,000 (all inclusive excluding site preparation, lighting and landscaping).
Images of the site and the plaza (currently under construction), dimensions of the site and a plan of the site are available on our website at www.wabashvalleyartspaces.com
Art Spaces, Indiana State University and Goals for this Project
The mission of Art Spaces is to establish a collection of public outdoor sculpture in Terre Haute and the surrounding region of the Wabash Valley. There are currently eight pieces designated as part of the Art Spaces collection. See www.wabashvalleyartspaces.com for more information.
Art Spaces works in collaboration with City of Terre Haute, area universities, foundations, businesses and individuals to contribute to the long-term growth of the arts in the region.
Indiana State University has an extensive Permanent Art Collection (www.indstate.edu/gallery) as well as a state of the art contemporary gallery. A new addition to the permanent collection, the Rankin Plaza sculpture will add meaning to the space and will add a creative enhancement to the plaza and its surrounding buildings.
Budgets
The artist’s total budget for this project shall not exceed $45,000 and is all inclusive (research, design, materials, fabrication, transportation, engineering, insurance, taxes and any other expenses related to the project not listed as the responsibility of Art Spaces or the University). Site preparation, foundation, lighting and landscaping will be provided by the University within reasonable expectations. The first trip to Terre Haute and accommodations for the finalists will be paid by Art Spaces, Inc. based on a reasonable round trip air fare or a mileage reimbursement based on the standard rate approved by the State of Indiana. Artists will otherwise pay their own travel expenses as necessary.
Eligibility
This opportunity is open to practicing professional artists over 18 years of age working with durable outdoor materials.
Selection Process and Criteria
Art Spaces is committed to providing completed sculptures which will be made of durable weather-resistant materials that are also vandal resistant. Artists will be selected based on artistic merit, quality of materials, creativity in approach and appropriateness for the site, feasibility, demonstrated experience and ability to meet a scheduled timeline.
The selection committees will view most favorably those proposals which indicate that the artist has reviewed all of the information available regarding the specific location and requirements of this project. Please take into consideration that the work should hold appeal for all ages and should be made of durable materials.
After the initial screening 3 finalists will be selected to fully realize the proposal and each will receive a stipend of $450. The Art Spaces Site Selection and Acquisition Committee includes members of the Board of Art Spaces, area arts professionals, representatives from Indiana State University and one community representative.
Please note: this sculpture will be designated and promoted as part of the Art Spaces Collection, as well as part of the Indiana State University Permanent Art Collection.
Project Timeline
The RFQ deadline is Wednesday, October 6, 2010.
Selected finalists will be given 4-6 weeks to complete a proposal. The final selection will take place in early December 2010. The completion date for the sculpture is end of March 2011.
Please note: the completion deadline is subject to any plaza construction delays.
Other Project Information
On the Art Spaces website www.wabashvalleyartspaces.com you will find
Submission Deadline and Guidelines
For consideration, please send the following with your name clearly on each item. Make sure to include all of your current contact information in your letter and bio sheet. If you are submitting as a team you will need to submit the resume/bio for each member of the team.
Send to: Art Spaces, Inc., 100 S. Campus Drive, P.O. Box 3799, Terre Haute, IN 47803-0799
Copyright Release
Artists retain rights of all copyrighted materials submitted, except as limited by this section. By submitting to this RFQ, those artist(s) responding agree to a copyright release for controlled usage of the submitted materials for committee distribution, education and publicity purposes. Art Spaces shall not be responsible for any third party infringement of artists’ copyrights.
Insurance Requirements
For the selected artist(s), Art Spaces requires that the final approved contract for professional services specify that the selected artist(s) shall maintain at all times during the term of the contract, at its sole expense:
Indemnification
For the selected artist, Art Spaces requires that the final approved contract for professional services specify that the artist(s) agrees to indemnify and hold Art Spaces and Indiana State University harmless from and against any and all claims, losses, liabilities, costs, expenses, charges and damages arising from, or relating to, the contractual agreement, including but not limited to attorney’s fees, with respect to any cause arising out of, resulting from, or in connection with (a) any breach by the artist(s) of any clause, condition or provision of the contract; b) any breach or violation by the artist of any applicable criminal or civil law; or (c) any other cause resulting from any act or failure to act by the artist(s) in accordance with the contract.The artist(s) shall promptly assume the defense of any claim, suit or action within the scope of this indemnification at its expense upon being notified thereof.
Disclaimer
Art Spaces reserves the right to contract one or more artists, or to refuse a contract with any artist.
Information about Art Spaces and Contact Information
Artists are strongly encouraged to visit the website www.wabashvalleyartspaces.com
Request for Qualifications
Art Spaces, Inc. – Wabash Valley Outdoor Sculpture Collection is issuing a Request for Qualifications for a site-specific project to be located in the city of Terra Haute, Indiana on the campus of Indiana State University.
Deadline for Receipt of Materials:
October 6, 2010
Send to:
Art Spaces, Inc.
100 S. Campus Drive
P.O. Box 3799
Terre Haute, IN 47803-0799
Art Spaces, Inc. – Wabash Valley Outdoor Sculpture Collection
This RFQ is for a sculpture for Rankin Plaza on the campus of Indiana State University. The plaza is a highly trafficked area on a campus serving students, faculty and staff of ISU, as well as off-campus visitors. Currently under re-construction, the plaza will be reopened in late 2010. Rankin Plaza is located along the Arts Corridor (7th Street) one block north of downtown Terre Haute.
The Arts Corridor includes the Indiana Theater, the Sheldon Swope Art Museum, Halcyon Contemporary Art, Gopalan Contemporary Art, independent artists’ studios, Vigo County Public Library, Crossroads Repertory Theater, ISU Performing and Fine Arts Center, and Tilson Hall. Five public outdoor sculptures may be found along the Arts Corridor with several others located nearby.
Artist’s Budget: $45,000 (all inclusive excluding site preparation, lighting and landscaping).
Images of the site and the plaza (currently under construction), dimensions of the site and a plan of the site are available on our website at www.wabashvalleyartspaces.com
Art Spaces, Indiana State University and Goals for this Project
The mission of Art Spaces is to establish a collection of public outdoor sculpture in Terre Haute and the surrounding region of the Wabash Valley. There are currently eight pieces designated as part of the Art Spaces collection. See www.wabashvalleyartspaces.com for more information.
Art Spaces works in collaboration with City of Terre Haute, area universities, foundations, businesses and individuals to contribute to the long-term growth of the arts in the region.
Indiana State University has an extensive Permanent Art Collection (www.indstate.edu/gallery) as well as a state of the art contemporary gallery. A new addition to the permanent collection, the Rankin Plaza sculpture will add meaning to the space and will add a creative enhancement to the plaza and its surrounding buildings.
Budgets
The artist’s total budget for this project shall not exceed $45,000 and is all inclusive (research, design, materials, fabrication, transportation, engineering, insurance, taxes and any other expenses related to the project not listed as the responsibility of Art Spaces or the University). Site preparation, foundation, lighting and landscaping will be provided by the University within reasonable expectations. The first trip to Terre Haute and accommodations for the finalists will be paid by Art Spaces, Inc. based on a reasonable round trip air fare or a mileage reimbursement based on the standard rate approved by the State of Indiana. Artists will otherwise pay their own travel expenses as necessary.
Eligibility
This opportunity is open to practicing professional artists over 18 years of age working with durable outdoor materials.
Selection Process and Criteria
Art Spaces is committed to providing completed sculptures which will be made of durable weather-resistant materials that are also vandal resistant. Artists will be selected based on artistic merit, quality of materials, creativity in approach and appropriateness for the site, feasibility, demonstrated experience and ability to meet a scheduled timeline.
The selection committees will view most favorably those proposals which indicate that the artist has reviewed all of the information available regarding the specific location and requirements of this project. Please take into consideration that the work should hold appeal for all ages and should be made of durable materials.
After the initial screening 3 finalists will be selected to fully realize the proposal and each will receive a stipend of $450. The Art Spaces Site Selection and Acquisition Committee includes members of the Board of Art Spaces, area arts professionals, representatives from Indiana State University and one community representative.
Please note: this sculpture will be designated and promoted as part of the Art Spaces Collection, as well as part of the Indiana State University Permanent Art Collection.
Project Timeline
The RFQ deadline is Wednesday, October 6, 2010.
Selected finalists will be given 4-6 weeks to complete a proposal. The final selection will take place in early December 2010. The completion date for the sculpture is end of March 2011.
Please note: the completion deadline is subject to any plaza construction delays.
Other Project Information
On the Art Spaces website www.wabashvalleyartspaces.com you will find
- Images of the site (under construction) and the surrounding buildings
- Plaza design
- Dimensions of the Site
- Additional information about Art Spaces
- Access to other links that will provide you with information about Indiana State University, the ISU Permanent Art Collections and the City of Terre Haute
Submission Deadline and Guidelines
For consideration, please send the following with your name clearly on each item. Make sure to include all of your current contact information in your letter and bio sheet. If you are submitting as a team you will need to submit the resume/bio for each member of the team.
- Letter of interest – not to exceed two pages. Please tell us your reason for being interested in this particular project and how your work and/or experience is relevant.
- 10 digital (jpg only) images on one clearly labeled CD (include site photos of previously installed works). No e-mail submissions will be accepted.
- Corresponding list of images submitted including title, dimensions, materials, year, location and budget
- Short narrative bio
- Professional Resume
- List of 3 references with their current contact information
- SASE for return of the CD (nothing will be returned without SASE)
Send to: Art Spaces, Inc., 100 S. Campus Drive, P.O. Box 3799, Terre Haute, IN 47803-0799
Copyright Release
Artists retain rights of all copyrighted materials submitted, except as limited by this section. By submitting to this RFQ, those artist(s) responding agree to a copyright release for controlled usage of the submitted materials for committee distribution, education and publicity purposes. Art Spaces shall not be responsible for any third party infringement of artists’ copyrights.
Insurance Requirements
For the selected artist(s), Art Spaces requires that the final approved contract for professional services specify that the selected artist(s) shall maintain at all times during the term of the contract, at its sole expense:
- Statutory workers’ compensation
- Automobile liability insurance
- Comprehensive general liability
- Professional services liability
Indemnification
For the selected artist, Art Spaces requires that the final approved contract for professional services specify that the artist(s) agrees to indemnify and hold Art Spaces and Indiana State University harmless from and against any and all claims, losses, liabilities, costs, expenses, charges and damages arising from, or relating to, the contractual agreement, including but not limited to attorney’s fees, with respect to any cause arising out of, resulting from, or in connection with (a) any breach by the artist(s) of any clause, condition or provision of the contract; b) any breach or violation by the artist of any applicable criminal or civil law; or (c) any other cause resulting from any act or failure to act by the artist(s) in accordance with the contract.The artist(s) shall promptly assume the defense of any claim, suit or action within the scope of this indemnification at its expense upon being notified thereof.
Disclaimer
Art Spaces reserves the right to contract one or more artists, or to refuse a contract with any artist.
Information about Art Spaces and Contact Information
Artists are strongly encouraged to visit the website www.wabashvalleyartspaces.com
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