The Art in Public Places program enriches New Mexico’s public spaces through an innovative and diverse public art collection.
Donor Name: New Mexico Arts and the Local Selection Committee
State: Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico
Type of Grant: Program
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 06/24/2022
Size of the Grant: Up to $335,000
Details:
The Art in Public Places Program of New Mexico Arts and the Local Selection Committee (LSC) at New Mexico State University (NMSU) and New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) seek to purchase 1 to 3 EXTERIOR artworks ready for purchase. These artworks will need to withstand a permanent installation outdoors in an uncovered area of the NMDA courtyard at the NMSU campus in Las Cruces, NM.
The LSC is interested in artwork contemporary in nature that explores the following ideas centered around AGRICULTURE: history of agriculture, illustrates the importance of agriculture to New Mexicans/our society and culture, the positive impacts of the agriculture industry, narrations on how the agricultural industry touches our lives every day. Artists should also consider the locations available for installation within the courtyard.
The LSC’s goal is to acquire artwork that will highlight and narrate the agriculture industry while interjecting art and culture to this courtyard space. Ultimately, the inclusion of this artwork will assist in creating a welcoming space for users of the surrounding buildings and campus. Submitted artworks should reflect the following elements:
- Artwork should be contemporary interpretations embodying the listed theme(s) of AGRICULTURE: history of agriculture, illustrates the importance of agriculture to New Mexicans/our society and culture, the impact the agriculture industry has made, narrations on how the agricultural industry touches our lives everyday.
- Artwork media/construction can be traditional, mixed, or experimental in nature, but MUST BE constructed out of materials that can survive a permanent installation outdoors.
- Artwork must be able to withstand high winds, and harsh New Mexico desert climate.
- Artwork must fit the allotted installation area. Please see site plan for measurements and more installation site information.
- No artworks incorporating water features or elements will be considered.
- No artworks incorporating wood or other materials not conducive to the New Mexico outdoors/climate/weather/wind will be considered.
The project must be durable, low maintenance, permanent, safe for both children and adults and must meet all applicable code requirements, including ADA compliant. At the selected artist’s expense, the artwork may require certification by an electrical, civil and/or structural engineer licensed to practice in the State of New Mexico, and review by a professional fine art conservator.
Project Amount
Up to $335,000 will be utilized to purchase 1-3 EXTERIOR artworks. When pricing artwork please include all associated costs including: all fees and expenses associated with artwork prep, delivery, travel, and permanent/secure installation on site, e.g., materials, equipment, labor, permits, engineering documents, insurance, taxes, travel, installation (truck/crane/concrete pad/etc.), shipping/delivery, identification plaque, and written and photographic documentation of the completed project. There is no additional funding.
Eligibility Criteria
- This call for art ready for purchase is open to all artists/artist teams and galleries residing in the Southwest region (Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico). Artists submitting qualifications should demonstrate a level of experience and professionalism that is commensurate with the project scope and budget.
- AIPP regulations state that 1% funds may not be spent for artwork created for an institution or agency by an employee of the institution or agency. Qualifications submitted by and on behalf of current employees or family of current employees of NMSU, NMDA, or DCA will not be considered. Applicants may be required to provide verifiable proof of current employment at the discretion of AIPP Program staff. Past employees are eligible to submit proposals, but may not become employed by NMSU, NMDA, or DCA for the duration of the project.
For more information, visit Call for Applications.