18th Annual Art on the Streets

Art on the Streets celebrates the power of art in public places, turning the streets of Downtown Colorado Springs into a yearlong outdoor sculpture gallery. Up to 12 artists will be chosen to exhibit. Selected artists each receive a $1,250 honorarium, plus two nights of complimentary lodging in Colorado Springs—one during installation and one to attend the exhibition's Launch Party event. All selected artists are eligible for additional awards: Juror Award ($10,000) and People's Choice Award ($1,000).

Selected artworks will be exhibited throughout the 40-square block downtown district, with the majority clustered in the busiest 10 to 15 block core. Art on the Streets has 4'x4' concrete pads available at various locations, and also works with artists on larger and site-specific installations. While sculpture tends to dominate entries, other types of public art suitable for outdoor experience are encouraged, including interactive, temporary, and multimedia works. Two pieces will be selected for installation at the Transit Gallery at the Downtown Transit Center, with special consideration given to works with interactive components. Artists should consider Colorado weather conditions, including extreme sun, strong winds, freezing/moisture, and temperature fluctuations.

Selection is made through a jury process where artistic quality is the primary criterion. Secondary criteria include installation, maintenance and safety concerns, and diversity of works. The lead juror is artist and curator Collin Parson, Exhibition Manager and Chief Curator for the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities. He will be joined by Joy Armstrong, Curator at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. Entry fee is $25.00. Artists may submit one work per application with up to three images. Submission deadline: February 16, 2016. Selection notification: March 14, 2016. Installation: May/June 2016. Exhibit opening/Launch Party: June 16, 2016. Exhibit closing/work reclaimed: May 2017.