Falcon Sculpture

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is seeking proposals for an outdoor sculpture of a falcon to be installed outside a newly renovated building that will serve as a gateway to the university. The sculpture should depict a falcon but not the school's mascot (Peregrine falcon). Artists are urged to consider physical placement, lighting, material, and size in their proposals. The selected proposal will be awarded a $75,000–$100,000 budget to support conceptualization, creation, and installation.

Eligibility: Artists 18 years of age or older may submit proposals individually or collaboratively. Proposals will be judged on artistic merit, capability, budget, and impact as evidenced by past work and supporting materials. Preference will be given to site-specific proposals that support the university's mission. Work must be a permanent, freestanding, site-specific sculpture designed to withstand harsh Wisconsin weather. Materials must be safe, appropriate to a public outdoor environment, and should not negatively impact landscaping or the university environment.

The artist is responsible for all design, fabrication, transportation, and installation costs within the $75,000–$100,000 budget. Installation deadline is May 2021, though alternative installation dates may be proposed. Upon installation, UWRF will assume limited liability for gross damage or theft, excluding ceramic, glass, and other fragile materials or damage from faulty construction. UWRF will provide electricity, signage, and basic maintenance. The work will be permanently displayed with open access, and UWRF will retain ownership.

Application materials must include: resume (2 pages max), artist statement (1 page max), proposal (5 pages max), budget (2 pages max), and 10 images with optional video (3 max) and/or audio (3 max). Applicants will be notified by email of application status by November 15, 2019.