Current Competitions#
From time to time, Art in Public Places solicits proposals and qualifications from artists to submit for projects. Check back here to find out what art projects are currently being promoted and sign up above for the newsletter to get “Art in Public Places Artist Opportunities” notifications.
SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY CENTER PROJECT#
The City of Fort Collins, Colorado, Art in Public Places Program is seeking submissions to select an artist/team to collaborate with the project team to identify potential locations for art and develop opportunities to integrate art into the Southeast Community Center Project. This collaborative process will guide the locations and opportunities for artwork that complements the overall facility vision and goals. Along with identifying locations, the artist will develop site-specific concepts intended to enhance the facility’s purpose in the community. The project is looking for an artist/team that has experience working collaboratively with project teams on budgets larger than $150,000. The project may include multiple artists/artworks in the overall scope and art budget. The total art budget is estimated to be approximately $600,000. Deadline: August 4, 11:59 p.m.
CITY HALL LOBBY AND OFFICES#
The City of Fort Collins is accepting submissions for artworks to hang in the City Hall Lobby, Conference Room, and City Attorney's Office. Submissions are reviewed quarterly and artwork is replaced every four to six months. Selected artists receive a $70-$100 honorarium for exhibiting their work with the City.
This call is open to artists living within the City of Fort Collins Growth Management Area. To see if you qualify, check the Growth Management Area boundary map.
You will be asked to submit your contact info, a short artists statement and artist bio, and 4-6 photos of your artwork. If you have any questions, please direct them to Liz Good, Visual Arts Coordinator, at lgood@fcgov.com.
NO DEADLINE: Submissions are considered on an ongoing basis.