The City of Sandpoint invites artists to apply for the Silver Box Project, an art on loan program and competition. Three sculptures will be selected by jury process for an approximately one year loan. The artwork will be mounted on stainless steel bases located in Downtown Sandpoint. These sculptures will be promoted through various media. Selected artwork/artists will receive a $1000 honorarium for temporary display of their work.
The project is open to all artists residing in the United States regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual preference, gender identity or physical or mental disability. Local and Regional artists may be given preference. Artist teams are eligible to apply, including teams of artists from multiple disciplines. Selection panelists and their immediate family members are not eligible for participation. Artists must be 18 years of age.
The Artwork / Selection Criteria
The artwork must be an original work of art made by the submitting artist. The artist must own the rights to the artwork and artwork must be available for the duration of the approximate one year contract.
The artwork may not contain advertising, religious references, sexual content, or convey political partisanship.
Artwork must be durable in outdoor conditions, including snow and ice and surfaces must not be prone to environmental degradation, e.g. unsealed rust.
The artwork shall not have kinetic elements or water features.
Artwork must be structurally safe for display in public and must not have the potential to cause injury. All components must be securely fastened.
Artwork must arrive in the same condition as portrayed in the application photographs. The commission reserves the right to refuse artwork if it does not match the photographs submitted.
Artwork minimum size: 24” x 24” x 24”, maximum size, 48” x 48” x 48”.
The footprint of the artwork must be able to be securely bolted onto a 16” x 16” x 1/4” powder coated steel attachment plate. The city will provide a mounting plate template pdf at time of selection. Installation method for artwork should be welded tabs or a similar easy install method using bolts.
Artwork must weigh no more than 300 pounds.
Submissions
The Artist may submit up to three sculptures, but must present each piece in a separate application. Applications containing more than one sculpture will be disqualified. Each application must include:
A resume and references
Two or three (2-3) clearly identified images or videos of a single work of art.
Artist must include a description of the submitted work including medium, dimensions, weight, title, date of construction, cleaning and maintenance instructions, stated insurance value and sale price.
Only completed original artwork will be considered.
Budget & Payment Schedule
Each selected artist will be provided $1000 for the provision, installation and removal of the art. The city will receive a 10% commission if artwork is sold as a result of project participation.
Artist Responsibilities
Must complete and sign the Artist Loan Agreement with the City of Sandpoint.
All works must be ready for exhibition installation within two weeks of Agreement execution.
Provide instructions for maintenance of the artwork.
Provide information on request for website, brochure and other promotional materials.
Maintain up to date contact information with the city for correspondence.
City Responsibilities
Pay $1000 provision to each of the three selected artists for the provision, installation and removal of the artwork.
Provide limited liability insurance for the artwork.
Maintain the artwork according to the specifications outlined by the artist.
Promote the artwork and artist including, but not limited to:
Inclusion in various media outlets and press releases.
Recognition on the City of Sandpoint’s online channels.
A plaque/signage at the base of the artwork.
Include the artist and highlight the sculpture at any Sculpture Walk event or reception.
Application Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
Legal Agreement
PUBLIC ART LOAN AGREEMENT
THIS PUBLIC ART LOAN AGREEMENT made and entered into this ___ day of __________, 20___, at Sandpoint, Idaho, by and between the City of Sandpoint, a municipal corporation of the State of Idaho, hereinafter referred to as “City”, and _______________________________, hereinafter referred to as “Artist”.
WHEREAS, City has established a public art loan program, the purpose of which is to increase the visual and artistic quality of the City by facilitating the loan of works of art to City for placement is public places;
WHEREAS, City believes that this art loan enhances the aesthetic character of the community and advances the public understanding of art;
WHEREAS, Artist benefits from having their art work publicly displayed;
WHEREAS, City has designated locations as more particularly described and depicted in Attachment A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference (the “Premises”); and
WHEREAS, City and Artist desire to enter into this Public Art Loan Agreement according to the terms and conditions as more particularly set forth below.
NOW THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows.
1. Artist’s Responsibilities and Obligations:
a. Artist shall complete the creation, fabrication and installation of the artwork described in Attachment B (the “Artwork”), attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, on or before, ___________________ (the "Installation Date"). Artist shall perform all services and furnish all supplies, material and equipment as necessary for the creation, fabrication and installation of the Art. The installation shall comply with this Agreement and applicable law.
b. Artist shall provide notice to City of the precise manner by which installation or removal of the artwork shall occur.
c. No heavy equipment, vehicles, or the like shall be permitted in or around the Premises without the express prior written encroachment permit by the City.
d. Artist is an independent contractor and acknowledges that the Artwork was created by the Artist, and that the Artwork is original and available for purchase.
e. The Artist agrees that the Artwork shall be on display on the from the Installation Date __________________ through the “Removal Date” ___________________, (the “Exhibit Period”).
f. Artist affirms that the Artwork is soundly constructed of durable and sturdy materials, has no easily breakable or easily damaged or removable parts or pieces, is suitable for outdoor public display, is constructed in a way that will not cause safety or liability concerns, and will not require significant maintenance during the Exhibit Period.
g. Artist is responsible for securely attaching the Artwork to a durable steel base or mounting plate so that the Artwork may be attached to a metal pedestal. Artist is responsible for maintaining the attachment of the sculpture to the steel base or mounting plate throughout the Exhibit Period.
h. Artist agrees to deliver the Artwork, ready for installation, to the Premises on the Installation Date.
i. Artist agrees to remove the Artwork from the designated location at the expiration of the Exhibit Period. City will provide written notice of any changes to the Removal Date of the Artwork to Artist no later than 30 days prior to the end of the Exhibit Period. If the Artwork is not removed by the designated date, Artist agrees that City may remove the Artwork and that Artist shall reimburse City for any expenses incurred in the removal, storage or return of the Artwork to Artist. Removal of Artwork prior to the Removal Date shall be at the discretion of City and only upon written request by Artist.
2. City’s Responsibilities and Obligations:
a. City agrees to pay the Artist ___________________________________ ($__________) honorarium for Artist’s costs for preparing the Artwork, for installation, transportation, removal and other incidentals of the Artwork to the designated location, and loan of the Artwork for the Exhibit Period. Such payment shall be provided to Artist upon delivery and installation of the accepted work along with a completed contract.
b. City shall be responsible for attaching and removing the Artwork on a durable steel base to the metal pedestal..
c. City shall be solely responsible for all decisions related to location, installation and placement of the Artwork. City may refuse to place the Artwork at the designated location upon delivery of the Artwork on the Installation Date if City, in its sole discretion determines, for example, that the Artwork is not suitable for public display, cannot be properly affixed at the designated location, presents a safety concern, or is not in the condition advertised in Artist's submitted application.
d. City will not undertake any alteration, restoration, or repair of the Artwork without the written authorization of Artist. However, City, in the lawful exercise of its police powers, has the right to make emergency repairs or remove the Artwork when necessary for the safety of the general public.
e. Evidence of damage to the Artwork, while on City controlled property, will be reported in writing and by telephone to Artist immediately or as soon as it is discovered. Repairs to damaged Artwork shall be the responsibility of Artist regardless of fault and are to be tended to in a timely manner. City reserves the right to remove any damaged work that is not tended to within 30 days of notification to Artist.
f. Upon installation of the Artwork on the Premises, Artist and City shall complete a “Condition Report.” City shall issue a final “Condition Report and Return of Artwork Receipt” to be signed by the Artist upon removal of the Artwork. This shall constitute proof of the return by City of the Artwork to Artist in good condition. If Artist refuses to sign report, then the parties shall resolve whatever differences exist by negotiation. In the event Artist refuses to collect its Artwork and refuses to acknowledge its condition and availability for collection, within fifteen (15) days of notice that the “Condition Report and Return of Artwork Receipt” is ready for signature, City will consider that the condition of the Artwork, as noted on the form and as returned, is acceptable to Artist and any subsequent claims by Artist shall not be honored.
g. Signage for the Artwork shall be limited to a plaque. Wording to be determined by the city, in coordination with Artist.
3. Reproduction and Credit:
a. Artist agrees to allow City or its agent, without compensation, to photograph and reproduce photographic images of the Artwork for its purposes, including for use in City publications and media. City shall acknowledge Artist in any publications that include a photographic image of the Artwork.
b. Artist acknowledges that the Artwork may be photographed by the general public without any compensation to Artist. City is not responsible for any third-party copyright infringement or for protecting the intellectual property rights of Artist.
4. Sale of Artwork:
a. Artist shall determine the purchase price for the Artwork, which shall be marketed by City at such price, with intent to solicit a buyer for the Artwork.
b. If the sale of the Artwork is arranged during the Exhibit Period, Artist agrees to allow the display of the Artwork to continue until the Removal Date, and not to complete the sale until or after the Removal Date.
c. Artist agrees to pay City 10% of the purchase price of the Artwork as a fee for marketing expenses, if the Artwork is sold as a result of its display as part of the City Public Art Loan program. Such payment shall be made to City in full within 30 days of the date of sale. Artist agrees to allow City to examine any documents regarding the sale of the Artwork, including copies of any invoices, receipts, negotiable instruments, or proof of payment by the purchaser for the purpose of verifying the amount of the commission.
d. Shipping and/or delivery of the Artwork, if sold, are the responsibility of Artist.
5. Insurance / Indemnification:
a. City shall retain insurance coverage on the Artwork during the Exhibit Period against City’s negligent acts.
b. Artist, in application to the program, shall declare the insurable value of the Artwork.
c. Artist may provide and maintain additional property insurance for the Artwork during the term of the Agreement.
d. Artist shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless City and its agents and employees from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, arising out of or resulting from this Agreement, to the extent that such claim, damage, loss or expense is caused, or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by any negligent, reckless or intentional act or omission of Artist or anyone directly employed by Artist or anyone for whose acts Artist may be liable.
e. City will not defend or hold Artist harmless for any claims that may be brought against the Artist for injuries or damages caused by the Artwork. Artist agrees to defend and/or hold City harmless for any claims that may be brought against City for injuries or damages caused by the Art.
6. Notice: Notices required by or related to this Agreement shall reference this Agreement and shall be sent by US registered or certified mail, postage prepaid and return receipt requested.
Notices to City: Notices to Artist:
City of Sandpoint
City Clerk
1123 Lake Street
Sandpoint, Idaho 83864
7. Compliance with Law: Artist agrees to perform its obligations under this Agreement in compliance with all applicable federal, state, county and city laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
8. Idaho Law: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Idaho. Venue for any litigation shall be in Bonner County.
9. Binding Effect/Non-Assignability. City and Artist each binds itself, its successors and assigns to the other party to this Agreement with respect to all rights and obligations under this Agreement. Neither City nor Artist shall assign or transfer its interest in, or obligations under, this Agreement without the written consent of the other.
10. Severability: If any term, covenant, or condition of this Agreement is deemed by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall be binding upon the parties.
11. Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all other prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations, and understandings of the parties regarding the subject matter of this Agreement. No supplement, modification, or amendment of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing by the parties. No representations or warranties whatever are made by any party to this Agreement except as specifically set forth in this Agreement or in any instrument delivered pursuant to this Agreement.
12. Default/Attorney’s Fees: In the event of default of any of the provisions herein, the defaulting party shall be liable to the non-defaulting party for all reasonable attorney fees, legal expenses and costs incurred as a result of the default.
13. No Waiver: Delays in enforcement or the waiver of any one or more defaults or breaches of this Agreement by City shall not constitute a waiver of any of the other terms or obligations of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused their names to be subscribed, as of the date herein first above written.
