CALL FOR SCULPTURE
Downtowns and main streets all over the country have been rotating major artworks in
and out of the public eye to attract visitors, energize streetscapes, and create great public
gathering places. Commonly referred to as sculpture or art on the street programs,
Havana's street sculpture project will bring the business community and the arts together
for a common cause.
About the Sculpture Exhibition & Competition - Second Year
The City of Aurora Art in Public Places Program and the Havana Business Improvement
District are looking for existing outdoor sculpture to be considered for a sculpture exhibition on
Havana Street. The Exhibit Art Selection Panel has selected 10 potential sites to display sculpture
for one year. The ideal installation timeline is October 2012.
This exhibit is part of the collaboration between the City of Aurora Art in Public Places
Program and the Havana Business Improvement District.
"The Havana Business Improvement District is very excited to be partnering
with the City of Aurora's Arts in Public Places Commission on this sculpture
art street project. The business owners feel this project will go a long way to
create a sense of place and serve as another important economic
development tool for On Havana Street and the City of Aurora." –
Gayle Jetchick, Executive Director - Havana Business Improvement District
Sculpture Purchase, Artist Stipends and Cash Awards
Exhibiting artists will be paid a $1,000 stipend for the transportation and installation of their
artwork. The Aurora Art in Public Places Program may purchase sculpture from the exhibit that
will be added to the City’s public art collection.
The Havana Business Improvement District is providing funding for cash awards in the following
amounts:
People’s Choice: $1,000
1st Place: $750
2nd Place: $500
3rd Place: $250
Eligibility
 For ease of delivery, visual artists residing in Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Wyoming,
Nebraska, and Kansas are invited to apply.
 Sculpture must be able to be exhibited for the full length of the exhibit per the Exhibit
Loan Agreement.
 Sculpture must be ready for exhibition and fulfill the selection and design criteria.
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Selection Criteria
 Quality of sculpture submitted
 Outdoor suitability and durability
 Size and subject matter -2 (6’x6x1’6” pedestals) with 14’ maximum sculpture height and
8 (3’x3’x2’ pedestals) with 8’ maximum sculpture height
 Public safety concerns
Design Criteria
 Three dimensional freestanding sculpture of any medium suitable for outdoor placement
 No larger than 2 tons or 14’ high (6’x6’x1’6”pedestal) and 8’ high (3’x3’x2’ pedestal)
 For public safety reasons, the artwork should not have sharp objects or edges.
 The artwork will be outside and exposed to the elements. It must be able to withstand the
changing weather conditions of Colorado.
 Materials used must be durable, require little maintenance, and be graffiti resistant.
Installation Requirements
 Artists must transport and install their own artwork. A $1,000 stipend will be provided.
 All sculptures must be attached to a steel plate that will be bolted or welded to a concrete
base or sidewalk, unless other design considerations are more appropriate.
 All selected artists must submit a plan (drawing) for the installation of their artwork, and
if necessary, include any engineering and other significant factors affecting the
installation.
How to Apply
DUE: FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2012 - midnight
Applications are being taken through CaFÉTM which provides artists with an easy-to-use system
to enter contact information, upload digital images of their artwork, and apply to a number of
open calls for entry at one time. There is no cost to register and you only need to register once.
Please visit www.callforentry.org, register as a first time user, prepare and upload images, and
apply to the Havana Business Improvement District - ART2C on Havana Exhibit Request for
Qualifications.
For questions regarding image preparation or technical questions please email cafe@westaf.org.
NO HARD COPY SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
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Submission Details
DUE: FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2012 - midnight
Once you logon to www.callforentry.org and register you will be asked to submit the following
information:
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Professional resume: Limit the resume to three single-sided pages and include your
address, daytime telephone number, and e-mail address.
Digital images: You may submit up to 2 sculptures to be considered. You will be required to
submit a minimum of 2 digital images (one front and one back) for each sculpture for a total
of 4 digital images.
Image list: The image list must correspond to the name of the jpeg, i.e., # - Last Name.
Information must include title, media, dimensions, weight, and sale price.
NO HARD COPY SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
About Aurora Art in Public Places
Placing public art enables the City of Aurora to establish a unique identity and to contribute to
the civic pride of the community. The public art collection of various media and styles reinforces
and expands Aurora’s commitment to improve the aesthetic character of its public places. Public
art in Aurora encourages interaction and meaningful connections among diverse communities
while educating people about the value of the arts in their community.
About Aurora
Situated on prairie grasslands, rolling hills, and the Black Forest’s northern tip Aurora offers
something for every lifestyle from convenient urban living to master-planned communities. Long
known as the Gateway to the Rockies, this All-America City on the eastern edge of the AuroraDenver Metropolitan Area boasts spectacular views of the Front Range spanning from Pikes Peak
in Colorado Springs to Longs Peak in the Rocky Mountain National Park. More than 335,000
residents choose to live in Aurora making it the third largest city in Colorado and the 56th largest
in the United States.
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Legal Comments
The Exhibit Art Selection Panel and the City of Aurora Art in Public Places Commission reserve
the right to reject any or all applications, proposals, applicants, or projects, and to modify or
terminate the application process or the selection process for any reason and without prior
notice. The City of Aurora shall provide insurance during the exhibition. City of Aurora shall not
be liable for any loss incurred due to the failure of the connection between the steel plate and the
artwork. Submission of entry constitutes agreement of conditions set forth. A lease agreement
for exhibiting artwork will be executed after notification of acceptance has been made.
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