Open callNo fee5 days left
Ames Annual Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition 2027-28
Ames Public Art Commission · Ames, United States
- Deadline
- 5 days left, closes 15 November 2026 at 22:45, UTC time
- Fee
- No fee. Artists are responsible for delivering, installing and collecting their sculptures.
- Award
- $2,000 honorarium per selected sculpture, consideration for a Best in Show award and possible purchase for the city collection
- Who can enter
- Sculptors with durable, freestanding outdoor work who can deliver, install and collect their pieces in Downtown Ames. Up to three sculptures per artist.Any stage
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- 1 day ago against artconnect.com
The Ames Public Art Commission seeks outdoor sculptures for display in Downtown Ames from May 2027 to April 2028. Each selected work receives an honorarium and is considered for a public Best in Show award and possible purchase by the City. Artists must handle delivery, installation and collection.
Before you apply
The short version
Who it suits
- Sculptors with durable outdoor work
- Artists able to deliver and install their work
What it asks of you
- Artist delivers, installs and collects the work
- Work on public display for a full year
- Works considered for city purchase
