sculptour: public art exhibition

SculpTour: Public art exhibit of original outdoor sculptures displayed April 2025 – March 2027 in downtown Suwanee, GA

The Suwanee Public Arts Commission (PAC) is seeking proposals from artists and/or artist teams for design, execution, and installation of original outdoor sculptures for long-term, temporary display throughout downtown Suwanee. The objective is to have a well-balanced exhibit of sculptures with various styles, types, and sizes. Specific locations will be determined based on submissions. This will be the eighth consecutive exhibit which has been enthusiastically received by residents and visitors alike.

Program Requirements and Information:

• The number of pieces chosen will be approximately 20 depending on available funding and location availability.
• Pieces will vary in size and will be located as appropriate. Potential sites are suited for medium- scale as well as large-scale sculptures (minimum height of about 36 inches).
• While there is no limit on the market value of sculptures that may be submitted, it is likely that only sculptures valued under $25,000 will be eligible for the PAC’s purchase of the potential “People’s Choice” contest (described in this RFP).
• All sculptures will be insured for liability and physical damage through the City of Suwanee.
• Artists may submit up to three pieces for consideration. There is no fee to the artist for submitting artwork.
• All entries must be original works of the submitting artist or team of artists; however, pieces do not need to have been created specifically for this exhibit.
• All sculptures are required to be made of durable material appropriate for outdoor display and at times, adverse weather conditions (high winds, low temperatures, high temperatures, snow storms, high traffic areas). Pieces should be constructed with audience safety in mind, understanding that they will be displayed in a public setting.
• Most of the sculptures will be displayed on either steel pedestals (base tops are 3’x3’, and 4’x4’) or concrete pads (varied sizes) designed to fit the location and/or artwork.
• All sculptures must be able to be structurally secured to either a steel pedestal or concrete pad with anchor bolts or similar devices provided by the artist. Artists are responsible for shipping and delivering the artwork to and from the installation site.
• Artists will be responsible for the timely installation and removal of their sculpture. Suwanee’s public works department will assist artists with installation and removal.
• Accepted entries will receive an agreement outlining further information including details regarding delivery and installation/placement of the artwork.