Call Out for Public Art
Erin Nelson
I've just attached a flier titled "Call for Artists Spring 2010". The
city has four locations for public art in the downtown area. Check in
out for more details and locations, brief info below. The deadline is
April 30, 2010 at 4:00pm. Pass the word along!
Lafayette Courthouse Square / Tippecanoe Arts
and Culture District - Public Art Project
The City of Lafayette completed its final phase of
courthouse square streetscape improvements in Fall
2009. In January 2010 the city was honored when the
Indiana Arts Commission announced Downtown
Lafayette/West Lafayette among the state’s first
cultural districts. Streetscape improvements within
the new Tippecanoe Arts and Culture District
include street trees, benches, planters and
designated pads for installation of sculptural artwork.
Artwork pads with temporary pavers and electrical
service will be available to anchor artwork and/or
provide wiring below ground as required for
installation.
Four pieces of artwork will be selected by the Public
Art Committee with the goal of adding to the City’s
permanent public art collection. The selected artists
have the option to sell their work or agree to lease
the artwork for a minimum of 24 months with
ownership rights remaining with the artist. At the
completion of the lease period the City may apply
the lease price toward an option to purchase the
sculpture.
Artists are encouraged to be creative in their
selection of materials while considering safety and
maintenance common to publicly accessible works
of art. Artworks must withstand outdoor elements
and a public environment for the duration of the
exhibit. Electrical conduit is available for lighted or
kinetic pieces.