SCULPTURE 2013/2014 EVENT: April 27,2013
ART IN THE PARK LAMPASAS TEXAS
INVITATIONAL
This is a wonderful opportunity for sculptors of large outdoor works to exhibit in a park environment in a small, friendly town at a busy Central Texas crossroads between Austin and Dallas/Ft. Worth.
This is an invitational event. The LAFTA are committee, will select three to five sculptors to exhibit their work in city owned Campbell Park also know as Hanna Springs Sculpture Garden in Lampasas.
Each sculptor will receive an award of $1,000.00 on completion of installation, April 27, 2013.
The work must remain in the park for one year.
The parks proximity to historic downtown Lampasas makes it a possible for many residents and school children, as well as out of town, to visit the sculpture and experience art.
Art in the Park is an annual event sponsored by Lampasas Association for the Arts.
DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: March 1, 2013.
No entry fee. For an application, please email
info@lafta.org.
LAFTA ART IN THE PARK 2013 ARTIST INFORMATION
CRITERIA FOR EXHIBIT
SCULPTURE Three to five Large Scale Outdoor Sculptures will be selected by a Panel.
Large scale, free standing and interactive sculptures are encouraged. May be colorful, solid, simple, iconic, and humorous. The subject matter should be tasteful and family oriented and will contribute to the quality of life for both the citizens of Lampasas and visiting tourists. All works must be of original design and excution, and must be available to install on April 27,2013. In the event that the piece is purchased during the exhibit year, the purchaser is asked to leave the piece until the next sculpture change. If this is not possible, the artist shall replace the sculpture which is mutually agreed upon by both parties. If LAFTA finds a buyer for sculpture a 15% commission will be paid to LAFTA by the Artist upon the sale of sculpture.
SCULPTURE: must be ready to be attached to a concrete pad 5X5. Installation is the artist's Responsibility but LAFTA will provide help and equipment if needed. Each selected artist will be paid $1,000.00 to transport, install and remove the sculpture that will be displayed for one year. Insurance is provided by the City of Lampasas. Wood Sculpture is accepted however is not insured, risk is assumed by Artist.
PHOTOGRAPH: Digital photo is preferred. A photograph of the work is required for selection, self directed walking tour and publicity. A statement from the Artist about the sculpture for promotion and education is required.
ARTIST: Art in the Park is a invitational exhibit. A digital photo of the artist, biographical information and a brief resume is required.
ARTIST: LAFTA provides: one night accommodations for April 26, 2013. Gift Basket. Hospitality Tent (coffee, snacks, water) and LUNCH available to Artist on April 27, 2013. Dinner Celebration.
ENTRY FEE: NO ENTRY FEE.
E-mail
1 (512) 556-6997
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