Call Description

Public Art Project Description

Westview Drive is a beautiful winding roadway traversing east and west along the northern portion of the City of Coral Springs. The project limit spans about 1 mile between Coral Ridge Drive and University Drive. Up to five sculptures will be temporarily displayed on separate concrete pads. A flyer along with social media and press releases will be completed on the artworks and artists selected. Of the artworks on display, the Public Art Committee will select one or more pieces of artwork to purchase for the permanent public art collection.  

Existing Artwork

Artists should submit pre-existing artworks for purchase. The City of Coral Springs will only rent and purchase unique works of art (ones in which are not mass produced), but a series of artworks encompassing the same concept may be considered.

Qualities of Artwork

There is no set theme for the 2026 Sculpture on Westview Program. The Public Art Program is looking to feature a variety of artworks reflecting the unique styles and themes of the selected artists. 

The artwork must be capable of “holding its own” in the temporary location and the artwork’s final location as identified on the Public Art Master Plan. Artwork must be able to fit on a 4-foot by 5-foot pad. 

The artwork should be durable and require minimal ongoing maintenance. South Florida has a subtropical climate and is hot and humid with an intense sun and heavy seasonal rain. Problems with rust and fading should be avoided. Resistance to high-speed winds is important. The artwork must be self-supporting on an open landscape or hardscape. If the artwork is selected for permanent display, final purchase approval is contingent upon inspection for wind load and compliance with the Florida Building Code, ensuring long-term conservation of the artwork.

Artist Requirements Once Selected

• Transportation and off-truck loading of the artwork to the specific site in Coral Springs;
• Installation of the artwork;
• Artist must supply power if required for installation;
• Recommendations of the design of the permanent site (if selected for purchase);
• One public lecture in Coral Springs (if selected for purchase)

Tentative Art Project Schedule

• Call to Artists Posted: November 26, 2025
• Artist Applications Due: December 31, 2025
• Public Art Committee Review: January 2026
• Commission Approval and Artist Selection announcement: March 2026
• Artwork Installation: March 2026 through April 2026
• Program Officially Begins: April 2026
• Selection of Permanent Artwork: June 2026
• Removal of Temporary Artwork: July 2026

Artwork Purchase Budget

The public art program will pay $2,000 to each artist selected for temporary display through the program; $1,000 when the artwork is installed and $1,000 when the artwork is removed after the program is complete. The Public Art Committee may select artwork(s) for permanent display. The purchase budget established for the permanent artwork(s) is up to $32,000. The price will include all taxes and fees. Within the fee, the artist will make recommendations to the City regarding the design of the permanent site and present a public lecture regarding public art.

Application Requirements

Application Process

The application process is managed by the City of Coral Springs. The Coral Springs Public Art Committee serves as the selection committee. Final purchase approval is contingent upon inspection for wind load and current Florida Building Code, ensuring long-term conservation of the artwork.

Selection Criteria

The Public Art Selection Committee shall consider the following:

1. Appropriateness of the artwork to the goals of the program;
2. Appropriateness of the artwork to the site and site environmental conditions;
3. Experience and other qualifications of the artist;
4. Quality of the artwork;
5. Location of artist; and
6. Maintenance requirements.

Application Requirements

The information and documentation below must be submitted through CAFÉ.

1. Cover Letter: A cover letter listing experience with similar or related projects (PDF)
2. Resume. A current professional resume (PDF)
3. Artwork Description
4. Images of proposed Artwork
5. Purchase price of the artwork (not to exceed $32,000)

Eligibility Criteria

Artist Eligibility

The project is open to any professional visual artist with experience implementing their ideas and work in the public realm. Artist or Professional Artist means a practitioner in the visual arts, generally recognized by critics and peers as a professional of serious intent and ability. Indications of a person’s status as a professional artist include, but are not limited to, income realized through the sole commission of artwork, frequent or consistent art exhibitions, placement of artwork in public institutions or museums, receipt of honors and awards, and training in the arts.

Artists are NOT eligible who are immediate family or business partners of members of the Public Art Committee, the selection committee or program staff.