Public Art Design Proposal for Warrensburg, MO

The Warrensburg Arts Commission seeks a two-dimensional design for a 10-foot diameter etched concrete circle to be permanently installed in the sidewalk on Pine Street in historic downtown Warrensburg, Missouri. The design will be reproduced by a professional concrete etching company and placed in the center of the Arts and Entertainment District on the north side of Pine Street.

This is an open competition for non-professional and professional artists. Teams are welcome to apply, and multiple applications per artist are allowed. There is no pre-determined theme, but the Warrensburg Arts Commission suggests that content reflect the vibrancy of downtown, the beauty of the region, and the energy of the Arts and Entertainment District. The selection will be based on creativity, appropriateness, and practicality for implementation. A $500 prize will be awarded for the chosen design.

Submissions must include 1-3 images of work samples. An artist statement or description explaining the intent for the design may be submitted but is not required. Mailed design submissions should be on paper no larger than 16 x 20 inches. The deadline for submissions is September 1, 2012 at midnight MT (5 p.m. CT for mailed submissions). Notification of the selected design will be September 7, 2012, with implementation in October 2012. The entry fee is $20. Questions may be directed to [email protected].