2016 AIPP Large Scale Purchase Initiative

The Art in Public Places (AIPP) program enriches New Mexico's public spaces through an innovative and diverse public art collection. Since 1986, the program has placed more than 2,500 works of art in all of New Mexico's 33 counties.

The 2016 Large Scale Purchase Initiative seeks to diversify the state's public art collection by purchasing artwork from artists in all stages of their careers. All media in all genres suitable for both interior and exterior display will be considered. Artwork must be durable, permanent, low-maintenance and in compliance with ADA guidelines upon installation. The project is open to artists who reside in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas and Utah. Galleries may submit on behalf of any artist they represent, regardless of residency. Artwork will be purchased for publicly accessible buildings throughout New Mexico including amphitheaters, animal shelters, community centers, courthouses, educational institutions, fire stations, healthcare facilities, recreation complexes, rest areas, and senior centers.

Project budgets range from $35,000 to $125,000 all-inclusive. The price must cover materials, labor, insurance, taxes, commissions, fees, delivery, installation, travel, museum quality framing, security hangers, pedestals, project plaques, and documentation. Submissions require an artist statement (2000 character limit), current resume or CV, and up to three images of previously completed work available for purchase in the $35,000-$125,000 range. Complete image citations must include title, media, dimensions, price, year of completion, description, and if applicable, edition size and print/casting number. Diptychs and triptychs are eligible. A Submission Review Committee will score applications, and Regional Buying Committees will select artwork for purchase. Payment is made upon completion of contract terms and site verification. The submission deadline is April 22, 2016 at 11:59 p.m. MDT. Notification of finalists is May 6, 2016, with purchase notifications occurring May 2016 through May 2017 and installation August 2016 through December 2017.