City of Seattle: Westlake & Lenora Park Artwork Project

The Seattle Office of Arts & Culture, in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation, will commission one artist or artist team to design, fabricate and install site-integrated, outdoor artwork for the new Westlake & Lenora Park. The artist or artist team will work closely with the park design team to develop site-integrated art that enhances the experience of park-goers and passers-by. Projects that frame an experience, promote discovery, or define a space or activity within the park are desired. The artist or artist team should consider the character of the surrounding Denny Triangle neighborhood and respond to the park's specific design and patterns of use. The artwork should visually engage commuters on King County Metro buses and South Lake Union Streetcars that pass the site on Westlake Ave.

The Westlake & Lenora Park will be located at the intersection of Westlake Ave and Lenora St (2100 Westlake Ave) in Seattle's Denny Triangle neighborhood. The area is densely populated by retail businesses, condominiums and offices, with high volumes of pedestrian and automobile traffic. The park will be adjacent to the front entrance of a residential high-rise with ground-level retail. The artwork must withstand wet, seasonal weather conditions and circumstances common to urban environments. Artist teams are limited to two members. The selected artist will receive a commission of $110,000.00 (plus Washington State Sales/Use Tax).

Eligibility is open to professional artists residing in the United States. Students are not eligible. Applications must include a letter of interest (not to exceed 2,000 characters), résumé, three references, up to 16 images highlighting completed three-dimensional public artworks, and an image identification list (not to exceed 500 characters per image). Selection will be based on quality of concept and craftsmanship, visual and technical sophistication, creativity of approach, relevance of letter of interest, demonstrated ability to produce durable outdoor art, ability to coordinate and collaborate with project managers and stakeholders, and ability to complete projects on time and within budget. Applicants will be notified of the panel's decision by email by end of February 2016.