WHO WE ARE:

Here is a video talking about our program and viewing our location. https://youtu.be/_iDrh9pmWNA

You can see the current exhibition on our website. https://gjcreates.org/aotc/

The exhibition is open to all 3D sculpture artists. The sculpture must be an original creation by the artist. Interested artists are required to submit an application along with the requested supplemental materials for consideration by Saturday, August 5, 2023.
 

CURATORS:
The 2023 AOTC Exhibit will be curated by Brian Harrison & Troy Reynolds. Both of these curators have an extensive history with Art on the Corner. Each one brings a different experience to the program. 

Brian Harrison, who showed his first sculpture with AOTC in 1995, writes: "I’ve always done art, or been part of some creative process for my whole life. I think the key is truly that creativity that has kept me interested, whether it’s pencil and paper, or bronze, or building a custom kitchen. I’m lucky that I am surrounded by people that encourage me, and challenge me, that atmosphere is crucial. For me, not choosing to make art my primary profession was a conscious decision, to always make sure I was doing art for art’s sake, keeping the stress levels low. There have been gaps in my work for sure, but I have always been steadfast in my goal to have my own home studio, where I can involve family and friends." 

Troy Reynolds, began installing sculptures for AOTC in 2004 and has been the supervisor for the crew ever since. He writes: "I am 59 years old and have lived in Mesa County for 28 years and am married to a life time resident. I have 5 children, 1 stepchild and 7 grandchildren. I have been employed by FCI Constructors Inc. for 24 years. I have been active in the community as an actor in local dinner theater. I have served two, consecutive four-year, terms on the Grand Junction Historical Preservation Board. I served on the Grand Junction Commission on Arts & Culture Strategic Planning Committee two times in both Art and Science and History committees. I have been serving on the board with Art on the Corner for approximately 10 years. I have been volunteering with AOTC for over 20 years. My primary service to the AOTC board is as the art installation advisor and head of installation (this describes my work and is not an official title). I gather a team of FCI employee volunteers each year and help other volunteers with the removal, relocation and install of the AOTC sculptures and artwork. I also assist other local artists with the installation of their sculptures and art pieces at various locations throughout Mesa county. The most recent being the Fruita and Redlands roundabouts. Art, History and Culture are my lifeblood and I truly enjoy giving of myself and my time to each and every one for my own and the communities enjoyment."

APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS:
Downtown Grand Junction Art on the Corner is using the online CaFE application and selection process. Artist may apply up to 3 times. Each application must be submitted with 1 sculpture, with a minimum of 3 photographs and a maximum of 5 photographs. Multiple sculptures in one application will be cause for dismissal of that application. Each application must be submitted via the CaFE website at www.callforentry.org and must include the following:

• Sculpture information which includes: sculpture title, material, size, (height, width, depth), weight, special installation requirements, value of sculpture, selling price, and an artist's statement about the piece
• At least 3 images per piece taken from different angles

Deadline and Notification of Selection
The application and images must be submitted electronically by midnight (MST), Saturday, August 5, 2023 to https://www.callforentry.org. Artists will be notified of selection the week of August 28th, 2023. 
 

COMPENSATION:
All artists who are accepted will receive a $1,000 honorarium after installation. Two nights of lodging will also be provided for accepted artists for Friday, October 6th and Saturday, October 7th, 2023. An Artist's Welcome Reception will be held at the Springhill Suites hotel the evening of Friday, October 6th, 2023.

AWARDS:
Best in Show Awards will be presented in the afternoon on Saturday, October 7, 2023. Artists will receive award payments 2-3 weeks after installation. The People's Choice Award will be open for voting the day of installation and for 4 weeks after the installation. The winning artist will be notified via email.

ARTWORK SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Quality: The consideration of highest priority is the inherent artistic excellence of the art. All art must be an original creation by the artist.
• Permanence: Sculpture shall have structural and surface soundness, be resistant to theft, vandalism, and weathering, and require minimal maintenance. (This is an outdoor public art exhibit).
• Compatibility: Works of art should be compatible in style, scale, material, form, and content with the Downtown area and Grand Junction, and have a broad range of appeal to the general public.
• Public Safety: Works of art shall not create inordinate safety problems or liability problems for the general public, Downtown Grand Junction or the City of Grand Junction.

REQUIREMENTS:

• The Artist or representative is required to deliver their artwork and must be present for the installation scheduled on Saturday, October 7th, 2023, at 7:00 a.m.
• All sculptures must be mounted and ready for display as specified by the mounting requirements (see below).
• The artist is responsible for all expenses associated with design, labor, materials, or contracted services required to complete the work, as well as transportation of the piece to the installation site and removal of the sculpture from the Art on the Corner exhibit.
• All artwork must be available for sale to the public. The artist agrees that AOTC will handle all sales and that AOTC will retain a 25% commission for any artwork purchases during the exhibit period or as a direct result of this exhibit.
• Artists that are accepted as finalists will be required to sign an Exhibit Contract and adhere to the terms therein.
• The artwork will be on display for twelve (12) months from the date of installation. Art on the Corner crews will be available on October 7, 2023 to help with the removal of your sculpture.
• If the sculpture needs to be removed before or after this date, the artist will need to get approval from the Art on the Corner administrator and be able to remove it independently.
• Artist is responsible for all removal expenses including lodging and fuel.

MOUNTING REQUIREMENTS:
Instructions for sculpture mounted/welded to pedestals
(Steel pedestal to be provided by AOTC) 

• For sculptures less than six feet tall they must have a steel base plate attached with 1/4" steel pins or counter sunk machine screws. Minimum of (3) three per sculpture. Pins must be secured to sculpture with epoxy or automotive body filler.
• 1/4" mild steel base at least 1/2" larger than the base of the sculpture for welding. Bottom of base plate must be flush to allow the base plate to be tack welded to the pedestal.

(The Artist-not AOTC-is solely responsible for secure attachment of sculpture to base plate throughout the exhibit)

Instructions for free standing sculpture bolted to sidewalk

• Free standing sculpture (six feet or taller) mounted to either a pedestal or steel plate, which is provided by the Artist, will be bolted to sidewalk with 3/8" or 1/2" bolts
• Center of 5/8" hole must be a minimum of 1-1/2" from edge of pedestal or base plate to allow for access space
• Base of sculpture shall have a minimum (3) three 5/8" mounting holes evenly spaced for leveling and mounting to concrete

Contact Information:

For more specific information on sculpture installation, please contact Sarah at Sarah@downtowngj.org or 970-852-9041. 

 

Application Requirements

Application Requirements:

• Artist Statement
• Artist inspiration/story regarding work submitted
• Resume

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility:

• Artist must live within a reasonable driving distance of Grand Junction CO
• Only 3D mediums accepted
• Artwork must be for sale
• Artwork previously shown with Art on the Corner is not eligible to show again. Applications with previously shown work will be rejected.