Call for Artists
Please view the below calls for artists related to upcoming work on public art in Vienna, Virginia.
Town Enhancement Art Sculpture Project
Application open date: May 1, 2024
Deadline for submissions: June 15, 2024
Jury meeting date: June 17, 2024
Project groundbreaking launch date: July 8, 2024
Unveiling reception: TBD
The Vienna Public Arts Commission (VPAC) is announcing an open call for artists (both individual artists and artist teams) with interest and professional experience in creating public art and site-specific commissions.
VPAC is requesting submitting your qualifications for exterior public art features to create an art installation to be located on the grounds of the Town of Vienna, Virginia, Community Center.
While there is no specific requirement regarding theme or subject matter, the artworks should have the potential for becoming landmark identifiers for the surrounding community and be suitable for display at a family friendly facility. The commission prefers submissions in clay, metal, or wood that would enhance the appearance of a brick enclosure. Painted murals on the brick enclosure will not be accepted.
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One winning project will receive $15,000 for artist fees and fabrication expenses.
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Submissions must include:
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Artist resume including biography, educational background, and exhibition record
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Images of installed work projects
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Reference contacts from completed installations
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Rendering of proposed installation
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Certificate of insurance
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For application submission and questions contact Lu Cousins, Vienna Public Art Commission
Get to Know Us
The Vienna Public Art Foundation (VPAF) is a local non-profit arts organization dedicated to supporting and funding artistic projects in the Town of Vienna, Virginia.
The Town of Vienna, encourages public art as a means of distinguishing the community, creating a unique sense of place, and bringing beauty, creativity, and culture to everyday life.
Public art in Vienna is created and supported through private efforts, community organizations, and the Town of Vienna’s Vienna Public Art Commission (VPAC), which advises and assists Town Council on matters related to the advancement of public art. VPAF supports VPAC and its vision.