call for sculptors

CALL FOR SCULPTORS

From the Deland Sculpture Walk Steering Committee, the Museum of Florida Art and the City of DeLand.

2011-2012 DeLand Sculpture Walk

All Florida sculptors are invited to participate in the 2011-2012 DeLand Sculpture Walk Exhibition, October, 2011 through September, 2012. Organized and presented by the Museum of Florida Art with the support of the City of DeLand, this exhibition offers established and emerging artists the opportunity to display their sculptures throughout the heart of beautiful downtown DeLand, Florida.

Deadline: May 1, 2011

Entry Fee: $25.00 (non-refundable)

Images - Minimum: 1 (of existing work)

Maximum: 3 (of proposed work plus 2 of similar work)

HONORARIA

Twelve to eighteen finalists will be selected for installation throughout downtown DeLand, Florida. Each finalist whose works is installed will receive a $750.00 honorarium to offset transportation and incidental expenses.

Honoraria checks will be presented to the artist at the time of installation. A W-9 form must be completed by the artist before payment can be made by the Museum of Florida Art.

APPLICATION CRITERIA

1. The applicant must be at least 18 years of age and reside in Florida six months or more each year*. Applications must include an Artist’s Statement of Technique and demonstration of outdoor sculpture experience.

*Proof of Florida Residency is required: a copy of Florida Driver’s license or utility bills if a part-time resident.

2. All entries must be fully completed and received for this exhibition by May 1, 2011.

3. Application requires one image of existing work to be considered OR one image of a maquette or model of a proposed work or a comprehensive drawing or sketch plus two images of similar existing pieces. Maquette, model or drawing submissions must include dimensions, explanation of materials and anchoring system.

4. The selected works are to be exhibited in downtown DeLand from October 7, 2011 until September 17, 2012. Sculptures must be loaned for the duration of the exhibition as specified and may not be removed and will not be returned until the conclusion of the exhibition.

5.     Work must be suitable for outdoor installation as follows:

• If designed to sit on a hard surface, the piece must be capable of being secured to a concrete pad with anchor bolts (provided          by DSW). Bolt hole must be 5/8” (unless an optional          anchoring system is provided).
• Capable of withstanding adverse weather conditions (high winds, high temperatures, heavy rains, storms, etc.) All parts and      components of the sculpture must be structurally sound and durable.
• Fabricated and finished with non-hazardous materials.
• Maintenance-free for the duration of the exhibition.
• Appropriate for an active pedestrian environment and consideration to the safety of pedestrians.

PLEASE NOTE: Works not following the criteria will not be considered for installation.

6. Museum of Florida Art will absolutely not accept shipments on behalf of the Artist. All work must be delivered by the artist or the artist’s agent.

7.     Installation and de-installation:

• Installation must take place October 3, 4 and 5, 2011. Exhibit location will be at the discretion of the DSW steering        committee.
• The artist will be responsible for the delivery of the work to and from DeLand, Florida and for supervising the installation of the sculpture.
• DeLand Sculpture Walk will supply standard equipment and volunteers as needed for installation. Installation requirements outside the norm are the responsibility of the artist.
• The artist must indicate on the Entry Form how the sculpture will be securely anchored to the ground surface, or if there are other special requirements. Concrete pads will be provided     as needed; the artist must specify if a concrete pad is required, and what size will be appropriate for the sculpture. • There will be an opportunity to meet art patrons and collectors, and the community at large at a special reception on the evening of October 7, 2011. Sculptors are expected to be available to speak at this event and are required to complete installation of their sculptures two days prior to this reception.
• Artists will be responsible for the de-installation and removal of all sculptures September 17-21, 2012.

PLEASE NOTE: Artists unable to meet the scheduled installation requirements are not eligible for participation.

8. LIABILITY: During the exhibition period, the City of DeLand will

provide insurance coverage for damage to the loaned artwork up to

a maximum value of $15,000. Neither the City nor the Museum of

Florida Art will be held responsible for property damage due to

inherent vice or poor construction.

9. DeLand Sculpture Walk, the Museum of Florida Art and the City of DeLand reserve the right to photograph any sculpture and/or the artist for documentation, education and publicity purposes without additional compensation.

10. All sculptures that are sold as a result of the 2011 2012 DeLand Sculpture Walk Exhibition, or during the duration of the exhibition, or 90 days thereafter will be assessed a 30% commission by the Museum of Florida Art.

11. Participation in the entry process constitutes a full understanding and acceptance of the conditions set forth above. Applications will be reviewed and juried by the DeLand Sculpture Walk Steering Committee. All decisions by the Committee are final.

CALENDAR

Deadline for entry: May 1, 2011
Notification of Acceptance on or before: June 1, 2011
Install accepted sculptures: October 3,4,5, 2011
Opening Reception: October 7, 2011
Exhibition closes: September 16, 2012
De-installation of sculptures September 17-21, 2012

CHECKLIST FOR ENTRY

__ Completed entry submitted DSW by May 1, 2011.

__ Completed and signed application/agreement form.

__ Letter of interest stating title, dimensions, materials and technique

of work. Include all artist’s contact information.
__ One jpeg image of existing sculpture

__ One jpeg image of proposed sculpture and

Two jpeg images of similar sculptures (see criteria no. 3)
__ $25.00 non-refundable fee paid to Museum of Florida Art.

JPEG images must be on a disposable CD labeled with the artist’s name.

JPEG images must be in a .jpg format with a resolution of 1900 pixels in the widest dimension.

Entry Application and Agreement Form

Date _________________________________________________

Sculptor’s name ______________________________________

Address ______________________________________________

_______________________________________________________

Telephone ____________________________________________

Email ________________________________________________

Website _______________________________________________

I understand and agree to all terms of this application

Signature _____________________________________________

Mail application materials to:

Ray Johnson

Museum of Florida Art

600 North Woodland Blvd.

DeLand, Florida

32720