Seeking sculpture for the Thirteenth Annual Sculpture Walk Exhibition
Kingsport’s 13th Annual Sculpture Walk Exhibition
It’s that time – Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts is seeking art for Kingsport’s 13th Sculpture Walk!
The exhibition will run from October 2021 to October 2022. Works can be in any media form, must be suitable for outdoor public space and may be functional or non-functional. The Sculpture Walk, located within Kingsport city limits, will be curated by sculpture artist Charlie Brouwer.
”We are happy to be returning to the annual Sculpture Walk this year,” said Hannah Powell, Cultural Arts program coordinator. “Not only do we celebrate our local artists, but we also welcome artists from all over the country so that Kingsport can enjoy their work and learn from it. We always look forward to the variety of artists that display in Kingsport and having been a featured artist before, Charlie Brouwer is going to be a great curator for the show.”
Application Information
Submissions: Functional or non-functional work in any media suitable for outdoor public space. Works may be available for purchase. Up to eight works will be selected for this exhibition.
Eligibility: Open to all professional artists over the age of 18.
Exhibition: 12 months. October 2021 – October 2022
Stipend: Each artist who is selected for the exhibition will receive a $1500 stipend per artist/piece. Selected artists are responsible for transportation to and from the site, and are encouraged to be on site to oversee installation. Most installation costs regarding site prep will not be the responsibility of the artist.
Purchases: Art may be open to public purchase.
Deadline: Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on September 1, 2021 (no late applications will be accepted). The application information is found BELOW. Applications can be sent to KingsportArtEntry@gmail.com.
Contact:
Hannah Powell, Cultural Arts Program Coordinator
Renaissance Center
1200 East Center St
Kingsport, TN 37660
Phone: 423-392-8414
E-mail: hannahpowell@kingsporttn.gov
Timeline:
September 1 Deadline for application materials
September 1 – 15 Selection
September 16 – 30 Artist Notification
October 1 – 22 by appointment Installation Dates
October 23 Sculpture Walk / Reception
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APPLICATION Information (to include in your submission):
Name:
Address:
Phone #:
Email:
Website (if applicable):
Title of sculpture:
Sculpture material:
Date of sculpture:
Dimensions of sculpture:
Weight of sculpture:
**Please also include your artist statement, your resume, and at least 3 photos of the sculpture being submitted. Send completed application with any additional documents to Kingsportartentry@gmail.com.
or mail to:
Sculpture Walk Application
Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts
Kingsport Renaissance Center
1200 East Center Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
For more information about this year’s Sculpture Walk, please visit arts.kingsporttn.gov or call 423-392-8414.
Renaissance Arts Center & Theatre
