The location of the Coral Reef Old Cutler Traffic Circle is situated at the intersection of SW 152 Street and Old Cutler Road and is a very popular main road within the Village of Palmetto Bay. Surrounded by stable residential areas, this intersection is used by residents and visitors alike to access local schools, natural and historic sites, and daily destinations.  Additionally, these two roads provide connectivity from northern and eastern Miami-Dade County to south Miami-Dade.

 The Village of Palmetto Bay desires to select an artist, or team of artists, who will create an art piece that signifies the Village’s commitment to the environment, predominantly because of its proximity to Biscayne Bay. The Village is seeking art that fosters a sense of place within the community and enhances the aesthetics of the traffic circle. Through the lens of becoming a more sustainable Village, the art piece should not only reflect the theme of environmental stewardship, but also utilize sustainable materials whenever practical.  The artwork should be appropriate for a public space, resemble the beauty of Palmetto Bay and provide a focal point for this significant intersection.

• The Village of Palmetto Bay seeks to identify an artist or artist team who: Has a unique vision for the theme of environmental stewardship;
• Have the qualification and talent to create artwork that complements the future traffic circle and has a demonstrated track record of working “on-time and in budget”.

 Proposed Timeline: Contract approval is expected in Fall 2024 with installation in Spring/Summer 2025.   This timeline is preliminary and contingent on the selection process, proposed art creation and traffic circle construction.

 Deadline Date: September 4th, 2024

 Project Budget: Budget range from $100,000- $135,000.

Eligibility:

This opportunity is open to all artists, both emerging and established artists, individuals and artist-led teams, and artists working with a wide variety of mediums, who have completed projects for private clients, public agencies or for grassroots/community projects. Artist teams of any size may apply. While this Call is a national search, we highly encourage local artists to also apply.  Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Prior Public Art experience is not a requirement.   The Village reserves the right to reject all submittals.    

Selection Process:

The selection process will include a preliminary review by the Community and Economic Development Department, a review and recommendation to the Village Council by the AIPP Advisory Board, and a final selection by the Village Council. Based on the quantity and caliber of submissions, the selection process will be further refined.

For full application and attachments, please see website below: 

https://www.palmettobay-fl.gov/297/Opportunities-for-Artists

Application Requirements

Application Process

A complete application consists of the following four items. Please be sure to clearly state name, address, email, phone, and website on all documents. All documents must be submitted electronically as PDFs.   

• Brief Artist Statement
  • Maximum length one (1) page describe your medium, approach to your work and highlight any specific experience or collaborations that you feel may align with the proposed scope of work.
  • If you are applying as a team, include a one (1) page Artist Statement for all team members.
• Professional CV/Resume
  • Maximum length two (2) pages
  • If you are applying as a team, include resumés for all team members (Maximum length of each resume is two (2) pages.
• Digital Images
  • Include up to 10 images (no fewer than 6) of completed art works or projects.
  • If you are applying as a team, include images of projects that your team has previously collaborated on. If you have not collaborated, include images of projects from each team member that best illustrates the type of project or approach for this project. This submission is limited to 10 images total for a team.
  • Each image should include the following information:
    • Budget
    • Title of Work
    • Medium
    • Dimensions
    • Date of Work
    • Current location
    • 1-2 sentences of explanatory text

For additional information contact:

Andrea Candelaria

Sustainability & Resiliency Planner

305-259-1250 (when prompted please dial #2)

For full application and attachments, please see website below: 

https://www.palmettobay-fl.gov/297/Opportunities-for-Artists

Eligibility Criteria

This opportunity is open to all artists, both emerging and established artists, individuals and artist-led teams, and artists working with a wide variety of mediums, who have completed projects for private clients, public agencies or for grassroots/community projects. Artist teams of any size may apply. While this Call is a national search, we highly encourage local artists to also apply.   Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Prior Public Art experience is not a requirement.   The Village reserves the right to reject all submittals.