City seeks proposals for temporary public art
Artists invited to submit their pitches by April 4 for program running from summer to fall
The City of Fredericton’s temporary public art program is returning this year, and city hall is inviting interested artists to submit their proposals for consideration.
The temporary public art program launched in 2020 in Phoenix Square in the downtown core but later expanded to other public spaces in the capital, the city said in a news release Tuesday.
It said the proposal phase of the program is now open to professional artists from the greater Fredericton region. The deadline for submissions is April 4.
“The goal of this program is to host a vibrant outdoor space for people to enjoy in the city,” the release said, noting among the locations where the art will be displayed will be Phoenix Square, the Garrison District and Killarney Lake Park.
“... Each location will have different conditions and challenges the artist must consider.”
A jury will review project proposals and assess them for safety, sturdiness, public engagement and the environment around the installation, the release said.
“Artists are responsible for developing the concept, creating the artwork, safe installation and removal at the end of the display period,” it said.
“Artists will also need to collaborate with city staff to make necessary modifications to meet any challenges.”
Those submitting proposals are advised to submit a resume and biography, the intended location(s) for proposed temporary artwork, a design concept, an itemized budget to a maximum of $5,000 for all costs, and a timeline for the creation and installation of the project.
Submissions should be sent by email to culture@fredericton.ca by the deadline, and artists can submit any questions to that email address as well.
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