The Arts Council Wichita Falls' year-long Sculpture Garden Exhibition at the Kemp Center for the Arts is in its 16th year. The juror will accept between 8 and 10 pieces for exhibition. Artwork is exhibited for 12 months.  In addition to installation stipends, there will be three cash prizes awarded by the juror/judge at the time of installation.

All forms of outdoor sculpture will be considered, provided it meets the requirements of the prospectus.  The exhibit space surrounds a public building; artwork will be placed throughout the site at the sole discretion of the contracted installer and Arts Council staff. The juror for this event is Houston artist Susan Budge.  Ms. Budge's resume and work can be seen on her website here: susanbudge.com.

Installation Location:
The Kemp Center For The Arts
1300 Lamar
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Contact galleries@artscouncilwf.org for further information.

The Arts Council Wichita Falls is a 501(c)(3) organization.

Prospectus:

1. Sculptures should be garden-sized or larger (at least 3 feet in one dimension recommended.)  The exhibit space surrounds a large public building with exhibit areas both in open sunlight and shaded by large trees.  Artwork will be placed throughout the site at the sole discretion of the contracted installer and Arts Council staff. ​
   
   Artwork will be placed on a steel plate on soft ground.  There are NO concrete installation areas available.
    
2. Acceptable media includes metal, stone, ceramic, or any other durable material that will withstand the elements and abuse of an outdoor display. Fragile, dangerous or inappropriate work will not be considered.   Please bear in mind that this is a public display in a facility frequently used by children: The Arts Council reserves the right to reject any artwork it deems inappropriate for such display.
    
3. The Arts Council and its affiliates will not be liable for the degradation of objects caused by normal outdoor wear and tear.  This includes a commercial sprinkler irrigation system which may come in contact with the artwork. Installed artwork will be insured for the replacement value stated by the artist, however claims will only be made in extenuating circumstances beyond “normal wear and tear” of outdoor display.
    
4. All photos submitted with the artist's application must represent the current condition of the work.
    
5. Sculptures do not need to be for sale. If artwork is for sale, the Arts Council will receive a 30% commission on all sales, and will collect and process the appropriate sales tax in addition to the sales price.  The Arts Council will not provide transportation for sold items.
    
6. Pieces must have the capacity to be attached to ¼” steel plate for installation (see item #1 above).
    
7. Artist are responsible for the delivery and pick-up of the work; any shipping must be provided and paid for at the artist’s sole expense.
    
8. Sculptures will be on display for approximately 1 year from the installation date in May 2020.  Artists will be notified of their pick-up date and time by the installer no less than 30 days prior to removal date in 2021.  Artwork must remain on display for the entirety of the exhibit.
    
9. Artists will be provided with an installation stipend totaling $1000 (one thousand), to be paid $500 upon installation and $500 upon pick-up.  In addition, the artist will be provided with one hotel room for up to 2 nights during the installation and opening reception.  It is expected the artist will attend the installation and opening reception, barring any emergency absences.
    
10. In addition to the stipend, three cash awards will be given as determined by the juror/judge: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes ($2500, $1000, $500 respectively).  These awards will be made at the time of installation and presented at the opening reception.
     
11. Artists must provide The Arts Council with appropriate information in a timely manner as requested (including but not limited to artist bio/statement, current contact information, artist photo, relevant social media links, etc.)
     
12. Artist will allow The Arts Council and its affiliates to photograph and publish photos and information related to the Artist’s work. Artist will be given recognition of any artwork displayed.  Artists agree to include all requested biographical and artwork-related information in the printed and online catalog of the exhibit.
     
13. By applying to the exhibition, the Artist certifies to The Arts Council that they have created and possess unencumbered title to the sculpture(s) they are submitting to the Sculpture Garden Exhibit.

Proposed Timeline (subject to change)

November 21, 2019
Call For Entries open

January 22, 2020
Call For Entries closed

January 31, 2020
Jurying completed

March 6, 2020
Artists contracts signed and returned
Artist photo and biography sent to galleries@artscouncilwf.org

May 8, 202
Artwork installation
(date and time should be confirmed with the Installer, Joe Barrington – see accepted artist contract for contact info)

May 9, 2020
2018-2019 Sculpture Garden Reception / Awards

Tentative date: May 7, 2021
2020-2021 Artistwork uninstallation
(date and time should be confirmed with the Installer, Joe Barrington – see accepted artist contract for contact info)

Application Requirements

Eligibility Criteria