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another fine list of available public art opportunities, enjoy:


Temporary Sculpture Exhibition Facilitated by UrbanArts:
Deadline: Friday, August 22, 2008
Boston, MA - Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway Inaugural Celebration Sculpture Exhibition Call for Entries
Eligibility: Open to Massachusetts artists/designers.
The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway Conservancy in Boston, MA invites artists to forward a selection of existing sculptures or installations for an outdoor exhibition from October 1 to November 2, 2008. This project is organized in conjunction with the Inaugural Celebration on October 4, 2008, a free festival to celebrate the completion of the new mile-long park in downtown Boston stretching from the North End to Chinatown. Artists are encouraged to enter large-scale work for installation on the grounds of the park. The UrbanArts Institute at Massachusetts College of Art and Design is facilitating the project in close collaboration with the Greenway Conservancy, the City of Boston, the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority, and other partners. Funding has been provided by State Street Foundation.
Download the complete Call for Entries at http://www.urbanartsinstitute.org – click on Opportunities.


A) $100K+ projects
Deadline For Submittals: August 28, 2008
Kansas City, MO - Area Transportation Authority Arts in Transit - Request For Qualifications 08-7032-29: Troost Avenue Bus Rapid Transit (Brt) Corridor
Total Estimated Public Art Budget: $ 270,000
RFQ Website: www.kcata.org

Deadline: September 15, 2008
Seattle, WA + King County Correctional Facility Lobby (2 projects)
4Culture is seeking an artist or artists from WA, OR, or BC (Canada) that can make the experience of visiting the King County Correctional Facility lobby more enjoyable for the hundreds of people that pass through it each day. The building already includes two major exterior integrated works: Martha Schwartz’ Jail House Garden and Benson Shaw’s Torus Torum. Both were installed when the building was constructed.
ARTIST MADE SEATING ELEMENTS
Functional seating elements that can improve the legibility of reception functions, comfortably accommodate conversation, and help bridge the lobby’s disparate design elements are desired to replace existing wooden benches.
STAIRWELL & PEDESTRIAN WALKWAY
Integrated low-relief sculpture, murals, large-scale photographic prints, or light-based works are desired to activate the main passage between the first two floors of the building. This includes open space on either side of the facility’s public stairwell, landing wall, and west wall at the top of the stairwell facing an elevated pedestrian walkway. Artists with experience addressing a site-specific context and integrating their works into an architectural environment are encouraged to apply.
Desired artwork will honor the activities of the jail, inspire hope, and introduce a sense of humanity and care to the currently chilly, institutional finish. Selected artist(s) will be expected to coordinate with personnel to determine security requirements.
Information: www.4culture.org


B) Projects below $100,000
Deadline: September 30, 2008.
THE REDDING LIBRARY - A Permanent Outdoor Site-Specific Installation.
Now accepting submissions from experienced professional artists and/or art teams to create a unique piece of art that reflects the values of a free public library and stands as an icon to welcome all patrons.
Project budget is $40,000.
Website: >
Contact: Mari Szynal
City of Redding, Community Services
mszynal@ci.redding.ca.us
(530) 225-4104

Sacramento Airport Art Application is due on
August 4th!
Additionally, we have 3 other projects listed:
-Valley Hi North Laguna Library
-Greenhaven Pocket Library Phase 3
-George Sim Community Center
Application for one or more of these projects is due on August 15th!
Please follow the link below for all of our RFQs and applications.
http://www.sacmetroarts.org/calls-for-artists.html
Contact: Lorrie Kempf
Sacramento Metro Arts Art in Public Place Assistant
lkempf@cityofsacramento.org >
(916) 566-3977

Deadline: August 15, 2008
Kearney, NE - University of Nebraska Bruner Hall of Science Phase II Renovation and Addition RFQ
Budget: $98,000
The Nebraska One Percent for Art Program announces a new project open to artists and artist teams from throughout the United States. This project is for the University of Nebraska at Kearney Bruner Hall of Science Phase II Renovation and Addition, and consists of a primary and optional secondary location for art. The primary site is on the exterior brick wall of the new addition, with an optional area for artwork within a three panel window overlooking the west entrance. The prospectus is attached for your reference. Artists are not restricted to a theme (outside a reference to the nature of the academic building’s purpose), style, or media

Please visit the Nebraska Arts Council website at the link below to view the project details and download the prospectus:
http://www.nebraskaartscouncil.org
There is a clickable button on the lower half of our HomePage which will take you directly to the project information page.
J.D. Hutton
Artist Services and Communications Manager/NE 1% For Art Manager
Nebraska Arts Council
1004 Farnam Street, Plaza Level
Omaha, Nebraska 68102-1885
(402) 595-2142
NEW EMAIL: jayne.hutton@nebraska.gov >


Deadline: August 22, 2008 -received by 2:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (FYI got an email from Naples telling me to remove the section saying that overnight and express mail is acceptable, I would assume this means don't use the overnight/express, John).
Naples, FL - Call to Artists - Parking Garage
The City of Naples, Florida Public Art Program is requesting qualifications from artists, or artist teams, to create site-specific artwork to be integrated with a new three-story municipal parking garage in downtown Naples. The project goal is to create an inviting urban experience for the residents and thousands of annual visitors who come to Naples for a premier shopping, dining, and cultural experience.
Budget: $95,000
RFQ Website:
http://purchasing.naplesgov.com
DEADLINE: September 1, 2008


Chapel Hill, NC - Chapel Hill Office of Public Art Call to Artists: Greenways Trail System
Project Summary
ELIGIBILITY: Open to all artists and artist teams in NC, SC, VA, GA, and TN. Artists and teams may specialize in multiple disciplines and media. North Carolina artists are encouraged to apply.
BUDGET: at least $50,000.
DESCRIPTION: The Town of Chapel Hill, North Carolina seeks qualifications from artists and/or artist teams to (1) engage the community in a dialog about itself, explore the Town’s Greenways Trail System, and recognize public art opportunities in the Greenways System during a seven to ten-day residency, (2) design and present for review one or more prototype public art feature(s) for the Greenways, and (3) fabricate the final public art prototype(s) to be installed on the Morgan Creek, Dry Creek or Bolin Creek segments of the Trail System.
Project Overview
Chapel Hill’s Greenways form an extensive trail network throughout the Town and currently include approximately 4.5 miles of paved trail and 7.6 miles of natural surface trail. The Town’s 2006 Greenways Master Plan identifies over 28 miles of potential trails to be built within the Town. Once finished, the system will act as both a recreation and transportation network that will link most areas of Town. Three paved trail extensions are currently in various phases of development: Morgan Creek Trail, Bolin Creek Trail, and Dry Creek Trail. In accordance with the Town’s Percent for Art Ordinance, one percent of the budget for these three trail extensions (estimated to be a total of $50,000) will fund this public art project. The use of construction credits and the procurement of additional funds are also possible. This is a three phase project.
During Phase One of this project the selected artist(s) will undertake a seven to ten-day residency in Chapel Hill consisting of research, greenway tours, meetings and public events to be designed by the selected artist(s) in conjunction with Town public art staff. Participating stakeholders may include the Greenways and Public Arts commissions, the Parks and Recreation Department and other Town divisions, and relevant community and neighborhood organizations. The selected artist(s) may also have the opportunity to work with the landscape design firms of, Lappas and Havener, and Coulter, Jewel and Thames. The residency will conclude with the public presentation of findings and opportunities to the Public Art Review Committee and Chapel Hill Town Council. This ten-day residency will occur during October/November of 2008. The selected artist or team will be compensated $10,000 for completion of this phase, inclusive of travel and lodging.
In Phase Two the selected artist(s) will develop concept designs of prototype public art features for review by the Public Art Review Committee, the community, and Town Council. Concepts may range from integrated design elements (paving pattern design, pedestrian bridge features): trail markers, sign posts or other information delivery systems; to sculptural elements, landscape features, or artistic amenities (seating, bike racks), or something else entirely. Selected artist(s) will be compensated $15,000 for completion of this phase, inclusive of travel and lodging.
In Phase Three the selected artist(s) will develop construction level design documents, work with town staff to develop a process by which the town, in an on-going manner, could fabricate additions of the prototype, fabricate the final prototype(s) and install, site, or demonstrate the use of the prototype(s) on at least one of the following segments of the Trail System: Morgan Creek, Dry Creek and/or Bolin Creek. The final prototype(s) design must be able to be replicated by the Town throughout the Greenways Trail System at a cost ranging from $ $250- $2,500 per unit and in accordance with submitted designs. Selected artist(s) will be compensated at least $25,000 for completion of this phase, inclusive of design drawings, prototype(s) fabrication, travel and lodging.
The complete text of the 2006 Greenways Master Plan may be accessed at: http://townhall.townofchapelhill.org/parks_&_rec/facilities_greenways_&_parks/greenways/plans/greenways_master_plan/ . Maps of the Greenways Trail System may be accessed at http://townhall.townofchapelhill.org/parks_&_rec/facilities_greenways_&_parks/greenways/
How to Apply
Artists and teams may send a compact disc containing application materials through the post to Jeffrey York, Public Art Administrator (address provided below) or in a .zip file sent to chapelhillarts@gmail.com.
Each application must include:
Ten (10) Images of Relevant Work
Each image must be a PC-compatible JPEG file at 72 pixels per inch, as close to but no larger than the following dimensions: 750 pixels wide by 560 pixels tall. Each JPEG file must be named in the following format – lastname_01_title.jpg – where the artist’s last name is followed by underscore, two-digit identification number, underscore, title, file extension. If you wish to show a "detail," include it within the required number of images. Please do not present your work as a montage of images (ie., in a PowerPoint file); each image must be a separate JPEG.
Annotated Image List
A word file (.doc) listing JPEG images by two-digit identification number, followed by artist, title of work depicted, year completed, media, location, dimensions, and budget.
Resume
A word file (.doc) providing resume(s). If you are applying as a team, include all team member resumes within one document.
Letter of Interest
A word file (.doc) not to exceed 6,000 characters. The statement will explain the artist’s or artist team’s interest in the project and past experience. The letter should also include proposed methods for involving community members in the research and concept design phase of the project. If the Letter of Interest is on behalf of a team, please identify the lead artist and indicate if the individuals and/or organizations have previously collaborated and the nature of the association. If the artist or artist team has worked with a landscape architect, neighborhood organization, local government, or other similar and relevant agencies, please describe the relationship as well as the design process. Describe any experience with the fabrication process.
References
A word file (.doc) listing three professional references (commissioning agency or organization, design or arts professional, architect, landscape architect, engineer, etc.) with knowledge of your work and working methods. Include the name and date of the project(s), complete address, telephone numbers, and email for each individual. If an organization is serving as a professional reference, please identify a contact name.
Schedule for Artist Selection (subject to change)
September 1, 2008: Deadline for Application Materials
September 15, 2008: Artist Recommendation Committee selects finalists
October 9, 2008: Finalists interviewed in Chapel Hill, North Carolina
October 16, 2008: Project Awarded
November/December, 2008: Residency
Fall, 2009: Prototype(s) Installed
Contact: Jeffrey J. York,
Chapel Hill Public Arts Administrator
Chapel Hill Town Hall
405 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
E: jyork@townofchapelhill.org
T: 919-968-2750


E) Conferences, Lectures, Community Meetings
October 2-4, 2008.
Grand Rapids, MI - 21st International Sculpture Conference
This year's conference, Sculpture in Public: Part 2, Public Art, presented in collaboration with Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, will focus on issues including education, and the
teaching of public art, conservation, temporary venues, and critical reviews, among others. Registration is open through Sept 4, 2008. Student rate available with limited space, first-come basis.
Contact: Robert McCoid
Email: events@sculpture.org
Tel: 609.689.1051 x302
Website: ww.sculpture.org

September 24-25, 2008
Council Bluffs, IA & Omaha, NE: IA/NE Public Art Networking Conference
The Iowa Arts Council is partnering with Iowa West Public Art (IWPA) an initiative of the Iowa West Foundation, and the Nebraska Arts Council to host the 2008 IA/NE Public Art Networking Conference Sept. 24-25, 2008, in Council Bluffs and Omaha.
The conference is for artists, organizations and communities engaged in public art projects, and for others wanting to know more about public art. Registration is $25 per person and can be made on-line at www.iowatix.com > . For more information, visit http://publicartconference.wordpress.com > or contact Jody Boyer at 712-309-3008 or jboyer@iowawest.com.
The conference will begin and end each day at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs. Participants will tour public art sites throughout the Council Bluffs/Omaha metro area, including several major IWPA projects funded by the Iowa West Foundation, hear panel discussions about complex issues related to implementing public art and have an opportunity to meet other Iowans and Nebraskans interested in public art.
Contact: Bruce Williams
Coordinator of Operational Support Programs and Public Art Program
Iowa Arts Council, 600 E Locust, Des Moines, IA 50319-0290
515-281-4006, Bruce.Williams@iowa.gov > , www.iowaartscouncil.org >

Deadline: N.A.
Invitation to join publicartistforum@yahoogroups.com
Administered by Lynn Basa, Public Artist
Join at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/publicartistforum/join

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The City of Norfolk, Virginia is excited to announce two design projects

for Town Point Park, the City’s seven-acre Festival Park

at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay on the water’s edge of the Elizabeth River.

Water Feature - The City of Norfolk seeks to commission an artist to design a signature water feature that speaks specifically and uniquely about the park, the Elizabeth River and Norfolk. The artwork will be a show piece to celebrate the entrance to Town Point Park and act as a welcoming gateway to the waterfront. This is a design project, no actual fabrication or construction is part of this budget. It is anticipated that the Artist will participate in the fabrication and installation of the artwork under a separate budget and another contract. Project funds for this site-specific design project are $60,000. Deadline for submissions is August 19, 2008.

Perimeter - The City of Norfolk seeks to commission an artist to design a perimeter that clearly delineates the street edge as a fence between Town Point Park on Waterside Drive and Downtown Norfolk. The artwork will serve to control pedestrian and vehicle traffic while maintaining the visual connection to the water. There are public walkways on both sides and the design will be an important edge that identifies the Park. Artists are encouraged to think beyond the idea of a fence. This is a design project, no actual fabrication or construction is part of this budget. It is anticipated that the Artist will participate in the fabrication and installation of the artwork under a separate budget and another contract. Project funds for this site-specific design project are $20,000. Deadline for submissions is August 19, 2008.

Project descriptions and details for applying may be found at http://www.norfolk.gov/Purchasing/artwork_rfp.asp

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The Los Angeles County Arts Commission’s Civic Art Program seeks an artist to design and fabricate an artwork in glass for a newly renovated Customer Service Center in the County’s seat of government, the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration. The renovation will provide a professional and attractive service and waiting area for visitors to the Hall, particularly those seeking official records or documents.

Full RFQ:

http://www.lacountyarts.org/civicart/opportunites/rfq_khahnhoaeocsc_080710.pdf

Rebecca Banyas, Project Manager, 213-202-3986, rbanyas@arts.lacounty.gov

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San Francisco International Airport: Terminal 2 Remodel

Deadline: July 16, 2008

Budget: estimated between $100,000 and $1 million

The San Francisco Arts Commission is seeking to establish a pre-qualified pool of professional artists for consideration for a variety of public art projects located at San Francisco International Airport. We encourage artists using a variety of artistic approaches and media to apply. The remodeling and opening of Terminal 2 is a fast track capital project. Artists selected for this project must be available to being work no later than Sept. 1, 2008. The remodel of T-2 will generate $3.2 million in art enrichment funds. With the opening of the new International Terminal in 2000, the old international terminal, Terminal 2, closed. Terminal 2 is now being completely remodeled as a domestic terminal. The remodeled terminal will provide multiple opportunities for artists working in a variety of media. Project opportunities may include, but are not limited to: the glass curtain wall at the entry of the terminal, suspended artworks, and artworks that feature the use of either or both artificial and natural light. Apply via CaFE at www.callforentry.org. For more info: Susan Pontious susan.pontious@sfgov.org

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Tennessee Arts Commission

Deadline: July 18, 4:00 PM CST

Budget: up to $35,000

The Tennessee Arts Commission requests qualifications from professional artists for the creation of a sculpture to commemorate the first African Americans who served in the Tennessee General Assembly. The memorial will take the form in a four foot bronze portrait bust bearing the likeness of Representative Sampson W Keeble of Nashville. The project is open to visual artists living in the U.S. For further information: www.arts.state.tn.us, or julie.roberts@state.tn.us

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Phoenix Office of Arts & Culture

Teaching Opportunity for Artists, Designers, Architects,

Landscape Architects & Urban Designers

Deadline: July 29, 2008

artspace is a partnership between the Arizona Department of Education, the Phoenix Office of Arts & Culture, ASUHerbergerCollege of the Arts and the Arizona State Library. The mission of the program is to produce quality learning experiences based on the arts for students and their families. This will be accomplished by offering 21st Century Community Learning Centers access to innovative arts experiences and professional development. The vision of artspace is to establish a new model of educational experience to ensure students are self-confident and successful in school and can make a positive impact in their community. The purpose of the program is to develop the abilities of students to create work and respond to creative work in many disciplines. These capabilities influence their mental development and personal dispositions, and build the skills they will need for the imagination and innovation necessary for the 21st Century workplace. For more info and application form contact: Jocelyn Hanson, Director of Arts Education for the Phoenix Office of Arts & Culture, jocelyn.hanson@phoenix.gov

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Petaluma Fire Station, Petaluma, CA

Deadline: August 1, 2008

Budget: $70,000-$90,000

The City of Petaluma and the Petaluma Public Art Committee (PPAC) are soliciting qualifications for a new public art piece that will be located on the site of the new Petaluma Fire Station located in downtown Petaluma. This is a highly visible project and offers the opportunity for the artist’s work to be integrated into a new city building. The subject site is located at 307 Petaluma Boulevard South, and will be highly visible to all drivers and pedestrians as they approach Petaluma’s Historical Downtown. The primary area of focus for the new art is the proposed 8 foot high by 40 foot long concrete masonry unit (CMU) wall located at the west side of the property that runs all the way up to the property line at Petaluma Blvd. The wall will likely be finished with a brick face to match the Fire Station building façade. Most likely there will be a cap detail to the wall and landscape planting in front. There is interest in the idea that the wall’s art reflect the history and/or story of Petaluma and/or the Petaluma Fire Department.

To view the RFQ, architectural drawings, submittal procedures and to download the application checklist please click on the Public Art Committee City’s web link at:

http://cityofpetaluma.net/cclerk/citycommittees.html

Evan Kishineff, 707-778-4301, or via email: ppac@ci.petaluma.ca.us.

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Multipurpose Arena Public Artworks

Toledo, OH

Deadline: August 11, 2008

The Art in Public Places Committee of the Arts Commission of Greater Toledo (ACGT) and the Lucas County Board of Commissioners has convened a Design Review Board to acquire multiple public artworks for a new multipurpose arena currently under construction in Toledo, Ohio. This new facility will be the home ice of Toledo's ECHL hockey team, the Toledo Walleye, while hosting concerts and performances year round. The artworks will be sited at prominent locations, both interior and exterior, throughout this new state of the art sports and entertainment facility. Details can be found at www.acgt.org

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Media Arts Project

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, FL

Deadline: September 19, 2008

Budget: for each video, $5000

The Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is designated A Place for People, and facilitates the belief that a modern airport serving millions can still be visually appealing and stimulating to the senses. From its 9,000 ft. main runway, non-stop service is provided to South America, Mexico, Canada, the Caribbean, the Bahamas and more than 55 U.S. cities. The facility handles 741 air carrier flights daily carrying a total average of 66,914 passengers a day. The airport maintains a special relationship with Port Everglades, the second largest cruise terminal in the world, located just eight minutes away by shuttle bus. The airport has four terminals and several multi-level parking garages.

Artwork Scope:

Original video artworks, no longer than ten (10) minutes in length and created within the last two years will be considered. The works should be appropriate for a diverse audience of varying ages and interests. Artists must also be sensitive to issues that the airport has regarding safety, security, and air travel. Artworks will be evaluated based on excellence, originality, creativity, clarity of idea, appropriateness to the site, and quality of sound and image. The number of entries per artist is limited to two (2). Single channel and double channel video works may be commissioned. The video artworks, which will form part of the Airport’s public art video collection, will be on display 24 hours a day on plasma screens facing gate waiting areas and restaurants of Concourse B in Terminal 1. Due to the fast paced and often noisy environment of the Airport, the videos must not be dependent on a sound component. Video artwork will be displayed on a temporary basis. For more information: www.broward.org/arts. Christina Roldan, Public Art and Design Project Manager, (954) 357-8542, croldan@broward.org.

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Call for Artists

City of Palm Desert, CA

Deadline: Friday, October 10, 2008

To establish a pool of artists who utilize natural and artificial light in their work. The City of Palm Desert’s Art in Public Places Commission would like to develop a pool of artists for a project titled: “Embracing the Desert Light” and other potential projects that utilize light as the primary medium. Qualified artists should have experience in creating artworks that incorporate natural light during daylight hours and subdued artificial or reflected light at night. Artists that have previously worked with solar, LEDs, lasers, light reflective materials, materials that transmit light, any other materials that can utilize light, or any combination of them are highly desirable. Due to the harsh desert environment, qualified artists should have experience in working with materials that can withstand the climatic conditions. The Commission is particularly interested in vertical artworks that utilize some or all above components in pieces that can be sequential or multiple with a common design(s) and a small footprint of three to four feet for each piece. The entire array of the pieces can esthetically function as one piece over a course of a one half mile. Emailed resumes and jpegs are acceptable, as are slides and CD’s. If emailing jpegs, make sure images are 72dpi. All images and projects should be identified by dimensions, materials and place of temporary or permanent installation. Contact: Richard L. Twedt, Public Arts Manager, rtwedt@ci.palm-desert.ca.us, 760-837-1665.

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Public Art Coordinator

City of Walnut Creek, CA

Responsible for development and administration of public art programs and management of public art projects. P/T, $50/hr. For complete job description and application instructions, please visit www.bedfordgallery.org/pac.htm.

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Public Artist Design Assistant

Des Moines, Iowa

RDG Dahlquist Art Studio is a comprehensive design and fabrication studio specializing in clay, GFRC (glass fiber reinforced), concrete, steel and glass. It is a part of a nationally recognized Architectural/Design practice that works in a multi-disciplinary cooperative setting. Due to continued, growth we are seeking a talented person with experience in public art, art installation, or an interest in growing into the field of public art installations. This is a full-time position that will have a direct hand in designing, fabricating, installing, and administering local and national public art commissions. The individual will assist in concept development with the potential of impacting the style, look, and feel of design and imagery for projects.

Prefer MFA or BFA, but others with degree in Architecture, Landscape Architect or related design professions are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of art history is desirable in order to understand references and be able to do research for concept development. We are most interested in an individual with insightful and creative ways of thinking and how art can be integrated into Architecture and the landscape. Hands-on experience in variety of mediums (ceramics, wood, steel) is a plus.

Ability to communicate effectively, as this individual may need to make presentations and will work closely with many different professional disciplines. Must be able to work in collaboration with the lead artist, David Dahlquist. Visually communicate ideas in an Architectural way.

Freehand drawing/sketching/illustration for concept development presentations.

Computer modeling skills through Sketch-Up or other 3D modeling programs and/or willingness to learn Sketch-Up. For more information: LOnthank@rdgusa.com

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Location: Pinellas County, FL

Project Title: Beach Access Area Public Art Project

Budget: $46,590

Deadline for Submission: September 15, 2008 (Postmark Date)

Eligibility: All Qualified U.S. Artists

A design team is sought for a $46,590 commission that focuses on developing a signage and public art plan for beach access areas within Pinellas County, Florida. For complete project information and application instructions visit the Pinellas County Cultural Affairs public art web-page at www.pinellasarts.org or contact Mark Flickinger, Program Director, (727) 453-7869 or mflickin@co.pinellas.fl.us .

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Posting Date: July 9, 2008

Director of Civic Art Program, Los Angeles County Arts Commission

The Los Angeles County Arts Commission is seeking a visionary Director of its Civic Art Program. This program, which allocates 1% of county capital projects for public art, began in 2005. This position has overall responsibility for planning, developing, and implementing what is becoming one of the largest public art programs in the country, with close to 50 projects currently in various stages of development.

The Director of Civic Art oversees a growing team of project managers (there are currently two full-time) and a program coordinator. The position reports directly to the Executive Director of the Arts Commission.

The successful candidate will offer the following skills and experience:

• Knowledge of the field of public art, including artists working in the

public art realm and contemporary trends and practices in the field.

• Structure, functioning, and protocol of local government, public

agencies, and community groups.

• Skill in project management, including managing budgets, timelines

and work schedules; understanding of construction methods and materials; and integration of the public art component into the underlying capital project.

• Skill in negotiating agreements and developing consensus around

complex issues and situations.

• Outstanding oral and written communication.

• Group dynamics and community organizing techniques.

• Skill in recruiting, supervising, and motivating professional staff.

• Ability to form productive working relationships with design and

construction professionals, as well as professionals within other County departments.

• Ability to develop and articulate a broad vision for the Civic Art

Program and to motivate others to embrace that vision.

• Ability to manage a multi-faceted workload with self-motivation

under broad general supervision.

The successful candidate will be a senior level public arts administrator with a minimum of eight years professional experience administering arts programs, including at least four years managing public arts programs. A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, arts administration, visual arts, architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning or a related field is desired.

Please submit a cover letter stating why the position is of interest, resume, a list of three references and salary history to: Miriam Gonzalez via email at mgonzalez@arts.lacounty.gov.

Website: www.lacountyarts.org

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Naples Parking Garage Project

The City of Naples, Florida is pleased to announce an international call inviting artists to submit qualifications for a site-specific public art commission for a new municipal parking garage in the popular downtown Fifth Avenue South Overlay District. Florida is a premier tourist destination which attracts thousands of visitors annually.

The all inclusive Project Budget is $95,000 (USD).

Submittal Deadline: August 6, 2008

Artwork Opportunities: Potential artwork opportunities for this project may be designed to integrate with the project’s gateway entrance area and may include, but not be limited to: pavers, seating, or other features that are applied to the structure.

Honorarium: A $1,500 honorarium will be awarded to three semi-finalists who will be required to present their proposal in-person to an artist selection panel.

Qualifying Artists Criteria: To be considered for this project artists should meet at least two of the criteria outlined in the Call to Artist.

Completion Date of Parking Garage is estimated to be late January or late February, 2009. Proposed artwork may necessitate a later installation date.

To download the complete Call to Artist please visit our website: http://cs.naplesgov.com/public_art.asp

For more information please contact:

Janet McCracken

jmccracken@naplesgov.com

Community Services Analyst

239-213-7117

Tribal Border issues - PBS Newshour

Tribal Members in Arizona combat Migrant Border deaths, go here for link

	Tribal Members Fight Migrant Deaths with Desert Water Stands
	Tohono O'odham reservation members continue to struggle with migrant deaths on their U.S.-Mexico borderlands. A faith-based group and some tribal members now maintain water stands to help keep migrants who cross the blistering desert on foot from dying of dehydration.