AIR (Art in Roanoke) in Elmwood Park
Call Date November 4, 2016
Deadline
for Entries: February 6, 2017
Project
Description:
The Roanoke Arts Commission (RAC) is seeking up to nine artists
to exhibit in the fourth AIR: (Art in
Roanoke), a temporary sculpture exhibition running May 16, 2017 through November 15, 2018. This is NOT
a postmark deadline. The RAC is accepting submissions now through 5:00 PM February 6, 2017 from experienced
artists for freestanding sculpture. Artwork may
incorporate interactive as well as functional elements. This invitation is extended to all artists 18
and older regardless of where they live.
In addition to finished pieces, proposed work will also be considered. An identification
plaque will be provided for each work.
The RAC will also produce publicity materials and will promote the
exhibition with local media.
Location:
All artwork will be sited in Elmwood Park, a pocket of
nature and vibrant urban space, in downtown Roanoke.
Since purchased by the city in 1910, Elmwood
Park has been a gathering place where people enjoy a concert, the outdoors or spend quiet time. Today it is well known as Roanoke’s premiere
festival park with more than 50 annual events. It is also the home of the
city’s main library. 2013 improvements included a new amphitheater and stage,
interactive fountains, an arbor, terraces off the back of the library and the
Art Walk. An interactive playground with a Peter Pan theme is also in the park.
Photos and drawings of the site can be viewed at roanokeva.gov/artsandculture under “current calls to artists”.
Information about the previous Elmwood exhibit
can be viewed at artinroanoke.org.
Theme:
The theme of the show is City
in Motion. Roanoke was born out of transportation and
continues to be on the move. Downtown
revitalization has led to a renaissance over the last 25 years, and downtown living has increased to over 2,000
residents. With the recently announced
expansion of the VA Tech Medical School and Research Institute and several
craft breweries moving to the area, the City of Roanoke is on the move and the
art in Elmwood should reflect that motion.
Guidelines for Submitted Works:
Works submitted must be of a scale and material
suitable for outdoor display. All
proposed works should be designed to withstand an outdoor, high
traffic, unmonitored environment. They should require little
or no maintenance for the duration of the show. They must be original and
suitable for family viewing. The works must be constructed so that they can be
securely anchored.
The Art Walk includes ten pads surrounded by native
plantings. Each pad is 7’ by 7’ and can
hold up to 1,500 lbs. Work cannot be over 15’ tall and 6’ wide. Anchor bolts
are required and must be set at least six inches from the edges of the pads.
Payments and Awards:
There is no entry fee. Artists chosen to
participate will receive a stipend of up
to $4,000 per selected artwork. All
stipends are payable in one lump sum upon completion of the installation and
receipt of an invoice. In addition, one artist will receive a
$1,000 Best in Show Award. Voting will take place the weekend of Festival in
the Park, one of the major festivals held in the park on Memorial Day weekend, May 26-28, 2017.
Installation:
Costs associated with transportation of the
piece, travel of the artist, insurance during travel and installation, installation
and removal of the work are the responsibility of the artist.
The city will provide pads and installation
support as feasible.
Completed installation must pass city
inspection, meeting all safety requirements.
Artists whose projects are accepted will be
required to sign a loan agreement, a sample of which is posted on line.
Please note information and photos of the site are on the web at http://www.roanokeva.gov/808/Current-Calls-to-Artists
Entry Procedures:
Each artist may submit a total of up to three completed sculptures or
proposed pieces for consideration.
To apply, please submit the following in this order:
- One CD or flash drive with Digital images (no slides accepted). Each work may be represented by up to three digital images, showing different views of the finished piece or of a model or drawings of the concept. Digital images should be saved as JPGs on a CD or thumb drive (not DVD) and be as close to 900 x 900 pixels as possible. All digital images should be clearly labeled with name of artist and title of artwork. A total of no more than nine images may be submitted. If more are submitted only the first nine will be reviewed.
- Eight copies - Completed cover sheet as attached
- Eight copies - Image identification list indicating name, title, medium, dimensions (HxWxD), and sale price (if the piece is for sale)
- Eight Copies - If submitting a proposal please include a one-page description with drawings and/or an image of a maquette.
- Eight copies – Illustrated drawing of how the piece will be anchored to the pad
- Eight Copies - Current resume (no longer than two pages)
How to submit materials:
·
Attach only the items requested at this time
·
Submit the requested information as eight
“sets of information” (a set
contains one copy of each item requested) stapled together.
·
Do not insert sets in folders or binders. The top page of each set must be the application cover sheet.
Calendar:
- Responses due by 5:00 PM on February 6, 2017. Late responses will not be considered.
- Chosen artists notified no later than February 28, 2017
- Installation completed by May 16, 2017 – can be scheduled up to two weeks before May 16, 2017
- Works picked up by November 30, 2018
Selection Process:
A panel representing diverse interests and
expertise will review submissions and recommend up to nine artists to the
Roanoke Arts Commission. The following criteria will be used:
- The artist’s past experience with such installations
- Quality and design of the art work or proposal
- Appropriateness of the art work to the City in Motion theme
- Appropriateness for the site, including aesthetic content and public safety
- Feasibility given timeline and budget
- Durability – The art work’s ability to withstand weather and interaction in a highly public area over the 18-month course of the exhibition
- Other criteria not outlined above may be considered as well.
Artwork Sale Opportunity:
Sale of installed works will be
encouraged. Sale arrangements will be
handled between the buyer and the artist. It is understood that work will
remain on display for the entire exhibit.
In the past, the City of Roanoke has purchased
four works from the three previous AIR exhibitions.
Please submit all materials by 5:00 PM on February 6, 2017 to:
Susan Jennings
Arts and Culture Coordinator
Department of Economic Development
117 Church Avenue
Roanoke, VA 24011
For more information contact:
Susan Jennings at susan.jennings@roanokeva.gov
or call 540-853-5652
