Broomfield Public Art: Art for Awhile Sculpture Program 2016

Art for Awhile is an art on loan program created by the Public Art Committee and approved by the Broomfield City Council in 2009. Nine sculptures will be selected for installation at three landmark locations throughout the community: 1STBANK Center (a multi-use, live entertainment complex located between Denver and Boulder on US 36), Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library and Broomfield Auditorium (the cultural center hosting 400,000 visitors annually), and North Metro Fire Rescue District Headquarters (a regional administration complex serving a district with a population of 90,000).

All sculptures must be available for delivery and installation between October 19-31, 2015, and will remain on display until March 1, 2017. Sculptures will be installed outside and exposed to the elements, including harsh sun, high winds, wide temperature fluctuations, and moisture. The artist is responsible for transport and installation arrangements and must provide tools and equipment needed, including extension cords. Sculptures must be safe for public interaction, especially with children, with a maximum weight of 1,000 pounds. A minimum height of 3 feet is recommended, and visual presence is essential. Fragile, vulnerable, or inappropriate work will not be considered.

Each selected artist will receive a $1,000 honorarium. The Public Art Committee will retain a 20% commission on sculptures sold. A $1,000 cash award will be given to one artist chosen by the Broomfield community as "Broomfield's Choice." Plaques will be provided listing the artist, materials, price, and contact information for purchase. Although purchase is not guaranteed, the Public Art Committee is committed to expanding the permanent collection; six sculptures from the program have been purchased to date. The application deadline is July 19, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. MDT. Artists will be selected on August 12, 2015 and notified the following week. Submit 6-8 images and up to 1 video (6-9 total samples).