Lafayette Courthouse Square Public Art Project: The Office of Community Development and
Redevelopment for the City of Lafayette will be
installing the second phase of streetscape
improvements on two of the remaining three sides of
downtown Lafayette’s courthouse square this
summer. The first phase of streetscape development
was completed last year on the Columbia Street
“model block”. Streetscape improvements include
designated pads along the sidewalks for installation
of sculptural artwork. Aesthetically spaced between
honey locust trees, pads with temporary pavers will
be available to anchor artwork below ground or onto
custom-poured concrete pads, as required for
installation.
Scope of Work
Up to three artworks will be selected through a
juried competition by the Public Art Committee. The
selected artists will agree to loan the artwork for a
minimum of 24 months with ownership rights
remaining with the artists. At the completion of the
loan period the City will have the option to purchase
the piece.
Artists are encouraged to be creative in their
selection of materials while considering safety and
maintenance requirements common to publicly
accessible works of art. Artworks must withstand
outdoor elements and a public environment for the
duration of the exhibit. Electrical conduit is
available for lighted or kinetic pieces.
Proposals
Please submit either a 3D Model, detailed sketch of proposed
artwork , or a JPEG file (up to 8 MB) all with a complete
description. Sculptural work can be free-standing or inlaid.
3D Models should not exceed 12”W x 12” L x 12” H.
Submission materials will not be mailed back to artists.
Arrangements can be made for artists to pick-up submissions
if requested in the application. Please label all submission
materials with artist contact information including name,
address, phone number and email. Please provide a brief
description of the work, title, overall dimensions, weight,
proposed materials and installation specifications.
Size
Streetscape base sites for the artwork measure 6’ wide, along
the curb by 4’ deep, perpendicular to the curb. A detailed
plan is available upon request.
Requirements
A minimum 7’ clearance must be maintained for
pedestrians to walk below artwork, where it
extends beyond the base. City of Lafayette
Engineers will review the design for safety and
recommend modifications if necessary.
Artist Fee
Artists are compensated for the loan period of up
to $4,000 which is intended as an honorarium or
design fee and will be paid within 60 days after the
artwork is installed. The artwork remains the
property of the artist and can be sold and removed
after the loan period has ended. The minimum
loan period is 24 months. This loan period may be
extended if all parties agree and an additional fee
or purchase may be discussed. The artist is
responsible for the delivery of the artwork. The
City will install and insure it. The Office of
Community Development and Redevelopment will
provide a plaque with the artist name, title of
artwork and a short description of the piece.
Artists submitting proposals agree that the City of
Lafayette may display models, reproduce images
for non-commercial, educational and promotional
purposes and will credit the artist.
Community Development and Redevelopment
Attn: Public Art Committee
20 North 6th Street
Lafayette, IN 47901
Phone: 765-807-1090
Fax: 765-807-1099
www.lafayette.in.gov
Inquiries preferred by email: Eileen Booth, ebooth@lafayette.in.gov
Selection Process and Criteria
Winning proposals will be selected
by the Public Art Committee. Criteria
will include artistic merit, public
safety, appropriateness of the
artwork, materials used, durability
and artist experience. Site-specific
art work which reflects the unique
industrial, architectural, or cultural
history of Lafayette will be given
special consideration.
Eligibility
The City of Lafayette’s Public Art
Program is community-based. This
competition is open to anyone who
can complete the requirements as
specified, including the designing,
fabrication, delivery of the artwork.
Submission Schedule
All proposals are due at the
Community Development and
Redevelopment office in City Hall by
4:00PM September 1, 2007. Winning
proposals will be selected by
October 5, 2007 and artists will be
informed by written correspondence.
Date: 9/1/07
Submission Checklist:
- 3D Model (that does not exceed
12”W x 12”L x 12”H), detailed sketch
or digital rendering of proposal
(emailed JPEGS cannot exceed 8MB)
- Complete written description of
proposal
- Written installation procedure
- Description of materials
- Labels on all submission materials
with artist name, address, phone
number and email
- Purchase price of artwork
- Method of delivery
- Completed checklist
Submit all of the above so that they
are received by:
4:00PM September 1, 2007 to:
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