Art on Loan Silver Box Project 2019

The City of Sandpoint invites artists to apply for the Silver Box Project, an art on loan program and competition. Three sculptures will be selected by jury process for an approximately one year loan. The artwork will be mounted on stainless steel bases located in Downtown Sandpoint and promoted through various media. Selected artists will receive a $1000 honorarium for temporary display of their work.

The project is open to all artists residing in the United States. Local and Regional artists may be given preference. Artist teams are eligible to apply, including teams of artists from multiple disciplines. Artists must be 18 years of age. Selection panelists and their immediate family members are not eligible.

Artwork must be an original work of art owned by the submitting artist and available for the duration of the approximate one year contract. Artwork may not contain advertising, religious references, sexual content, or convey political partisanship. Artwork must be durable in outdoor conditions and structurally safe for public display without potential to cause injury. Artwork shall not have kinetic elements or water features. Minimum size is 24" x 24" x 24"; maximum size is 48" x 48" x 48". Artwork must weigh no more than 300 pounds. The footprint must be able to be securely bolted onto a 16" x 16" x 1/4" powder coated steel attachment plate using welded tabs or bolts.

Artists may submit up to three sculptures in separate applications. Each application must include a resume and references, two to three clearly identified images or videos of a single work, and a description including medium, dimensions, weight, title, date of construction, cleaning and maintenance instructions, stated insurance value, and sale price. Each selected artist must complete an Artist Loan Agreement, have artwork ready for installation within two weeks of agreement execution, and provide maintenance instructions. The City will provide limited liability insurance, maintain the artwork, and promote the artist through media outlets, online channels, signage, and Sculpture Walk events.