City of Salida Public Art Installation

The Public Art Commission of Salida (PAC) in tandem with the City of Salida invites artists to apply for a visual art piece in a pre-determined outdoor space in late-Fall 2023. The PAC is looking for a 3-D outdoor sculpture/work/installation that is contemporary and can be viewable from a distance. The selected artist's or artist-lead team's work will be installed in an outdoor location near a multi-use trail at an entrance to the downtown business sector and the Creative Arts District adjacent to an urban skate park and downtown section of Highway 291.

The total size of the space is 18' by 16' and is nestled between the Monarch Spur Trail and a local business with a small water tributary nearby. The total height of the work should not exceed 20'. The proposed art should be appropriate for the surrounding uses, should be an integral part of the site in materials and scale, should be unique and thoughtfully integrated into the existing environment, must meet or exceed standards for structural integrity and durability, must be weather, vandal, and graffiti resistant, and must meet or exceed standards for public safety. The City of Salida will provide reasonable care with regard to security and maintenance.

This call is open to all artists, but preference will be given to artists/artist teams including regional artists residing within 500 miles of Salida and who have the background, experience and reputation for completing such a project. Commissioned or artist-owned work, if appropriate, will be considered. The selected artwork may not be duplicated within 200 miles of the site. Artists/artist team members must be at least 18 years of age and legally residing and authorized to work in the United States. Entry fee is $20.00. Submit 1-4 images of past work.