Selection Criteria • Artists may submit up to three sculptures for consideration. • Entries will be critiqued on artistic merit, originality, technical quality and durability. • Artwork must be original, created by the artist, available for sale and remain on exhibit for one year: June 2020 – May 2021 • Entries must be durable for year-round outdoor display. • Only freestanding artwork - without electrical or special lighting requirements will be considered. • Artwork must be durable in design and material to withstand the Michigan climate and public display for one year. • The artwork will be installed in high traffic areas and must be safe for public display and interaction. Shipping, Delivery and Installation of Artwork • Installation by the artist will occur between June 1 - June 15, 2020. • Artist is responsible for the cost of and arrangements for delivery and installation of their artwork. • Artist is responsible for the cost and acquisition of the proper bolts to secure the artwork. • Free standing artwork must be adaptable for installation on a cement pad. • Artist or artist’s designee must be present for installation. • The City of Dexter will make available, upon request and prior arrangement, a bobcat and/or backhoe for unloading and placing of the artwork on the assigned concrete pads. • City personnel will assist the artist with the securing of artwork onto the concrete pad. De-Installation of Artwork • De-installation of artwork will occur between May 15 - May 31, 2021. • Artist is responsible for the cost of and arrangements for de-installation, shipment and transportation of their artwork after the exhibition closes – including if said artwork is sold to a third party. • Artist or artist’s designee must be present for de-installation. Artwork for Sale • Artwork must be for sale during the exhibition. If sold, the artwork must remain on exhibit until the exhibition closes. • The City of Dexter will manage the sales transaction in consultation with the artist. • Michigan sales tax of 6% will be assessed, collected and remitted to the State of Michigan by the City of Dexter. • Sales Commission Split – After all expenses and taxes due are paid, the artist will receive 70% and the City of Dexter will receive 30% of the sales price. • The artist is responsible for negotiating the terms of delivery, including costs, with the purchaser, once the artwork is released from the exhibition.