Rowan University Discovery Hall Stone Installation/Interpretive Space - Expression of Interest

Rowan University is seeking to commission permanent, site-specific artwork(s) for the exterior landscape of Discovery Hall, an in-development academic building on the university's Main Campus in Glassboro, New Jersey. The artwork should function as an interpretive geological space for students while serving as an inspiring piece of art. Rowan desires a rock garden or other stone installation sculpture that aligns with the vision for Discovery Hall and the School of Earth and Environment. Artists may submit individually or as a team. Multi-disciplinary approaches involving interactivity and science-inspired artwork are encouraged.

The proposed budget for this project is approximately $250,000, covering all costs incurred by the artist including design, fabrication, installation, materials, transportation, artist fees, and travel. Interested artists must submit an expression of interest (EOI) that includes a letter summarizing their interest and experience in public artworks, a list of at least 3 references with contact information for similar projects, up to 6 images of past works with descriptions (location, materials, date of completion), and contact information including phone number, email, mailing address, website, and brief bio. Shortlisted artists will receive a request for proposal (RFP) and a $1,000 stipend to offset proposal preparation costs. Selected artists will be responsible for all design, engineering, and installation within an agreed upon timeline. Submissions must be made via CallForEntry.org by August 11, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. MDT.