State Center Community College District - West Fresno Campus: Open Call for Artwork ends July 2021

The Fresno Arts Council is seeking proposals from artists with a connection to the Fresno area for a new public artwork to be installed on the new State Center Community College District West Fresno Campus, scheduled to open its doors to students in the summer of 2022. The site is located at 600 E. Church Avenue.This art installation will be at the core of the new campus, welcoming visitors, students, and the public to the campus. The selected design will reflect the history, culture, and sense of place of the West Fresno campus, and the vital and complicated role that water plays in our community.

PROJECT BUDGET

• The selected artist will be awarded $50,000.This includes the artists fee, materials budget, and installation costs.

ARTWORK

• The Artist’s work should reflect the history of West Fresno.

SITE 1 – ART WALL

The interior walls of the walk-under fountain.This includes 190 square feet on the back wall, and two side walls equaling approximately 50 square feet each.

This area will not come in direct contact with water from the fountain but will need to be durable, low maintenance, and withstand elements.

Consideration for long term maintenance should be reflected in the proposal.

SITE 2 – HIGH REFLECTING POOL

Art may be installed on the walls or within the area of the high reflecting pool.

The side walls of the high pool add up to approximately (300 sq. ft.).

The walls of this area will be in direct contact with water all the time.

Materials appropriate for a wet, outdoor environment, such as mosaic tile or sealed concrete, are strongly advised.The selected artist will consult with the SCCCD building and construction team, and with SIM-PBK architects, and Harris Construction to ensure their design is Viable.

PROJECT TIMELINE

• Virtual Kickoff Meeting April 30, 2021 • Site Walkthrough June 4, 2021 • Entry Deadline: Sunday July 18, 2021 @ Midnight • Shortlist Notification: July 30, 2021 • Artist Presentations for Jury Selection: August 20, 2021 • Notification of Award: August 27, 2021

• Begin Installation: February 15, 2022 • Complete Installation: June 1, 2022

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QUESTIONS?

Contact Carlos Aparicio at : Carlos@fresnoartscouncil.org