Evergreen Sculpture Walk 2023

CALL FOR ARTISTS

Evergreen Sculpture Walk is a juried exhibition of up to 16 large sculptures suitable for OUTDOOR DISPLAY. 

Sculpture Evergreen has established a program of public art acquisition to beautify open spaces and public buildings in Evergreen, CO, in the foothills west of Denver.  A critical component of Sculpture Evergreen's mission is the annual Sculpture Walk. 

Initiated in 1999, this is a juried exhibition of up to 16 large sculptures suitable for OUTDOOR DISPLAY.  All works must be original.  A stipend of $1000.00 will be awarded for each accepted sculpture.  In addition, there is a Juried Award of $1000.00 for artistic excellence.  Sculptures will be on display for 1 year until June 1, 2024. 

Sculpture Evergreen shall make reasonable efforts to sell the art during the Sculpture Walk.  Sculptures will be installed Saturday, June 3, 2023.  Artists must be present for their installation.  Artists must also be present for the deinstallation the first week of June, 2024. 

Sculptures must be soundly and professionally constructed to withstand wind gusts up to 75 mph which are common in Evergreen.  Sculptures must have a steel mounting plate for welding to a pedestal, have another suitable attachment method, or be of sufficient weight and durability that the sculpture can be safely and securely placed on the ground without toppling, or being removed in an unauthorized fashion.  Sculptures must be at least 4 feet tall to be eligible. Many of their sites demand larger sculptures, and pieces standing between 4-12 feet in height have the best chance of being chosen. 

The $35.00 entry fee includes entry for two pieces.  Artists may add a third piece for an additional $10.00. For each submitted sculpture, three photos must be provided:  front, rear, and detail. Each individual artist may submit up to three pieces.

All works must be original. Accepted works must be identical to the images submitted. Their website will provide insight into the variety of locations available throughout Evergreen.  For more information about Sculpture Evergreen, go to www.sculptureevergreen.org. 

All Sculptures will be listed for sale in our published brochure and on their website.  Your sculpture may be purchased outright by one of the area's many art patrons or by Sculpture Evergreen.  Sculpture Evergreen receives a 25% commission on any sales occurring during the time the sculpture is included in the Walk.  Since the inception of this competition, more than 35 pieces have been purchased for inclusion in Sculpture Evergreen's permanent collection and many more have been purchased by individuals. 

Artists will be notified of acceptance by phone in mid-February, 2023.  Sculptures must arrive in Evergreen on Friday, June 2, 2023 and will be installed the following day, Saturday, June 3, 2023.  Artists must be present for the installation.  Overnight accommodations will be provided by Sculpture Evergreen for those artists traveling more than 50 miles from Evergreen.  Artists must also be present for the deinstallation in June, 2024. Artists are invited to an Artist Reception in their honor on the Friday evening before the installation. 

All works must be original. Accepted work must be identical to the images submitted. Sculpture Evergreen has the right to use photos of your work for promotional purposes. Sculpture Evergreen will provide full insurance for all installed artwork. Sculptures must be designed and fabricated to withstand wind gusts of up to 90 mph, which are common in Evergreen. If, for any reason, the artwork does not meet the requirements set forth by Sculpture Evergreen, Sculpture Evergreen reserves the right to reject the final artwork. Sculpture Evergreen shall act as agent for the artist's sculptures included in the Walk. Sculpture Evergreen will receive a commission of 25% of the purchase price for any sales occurring during the time the sculpture is included in the Walk. Sculpture Evergreen may elect to purchase the art for itself or in partnership with other entities, in which case the artist will grant Sculpture Evergreen a 25% discount off the purchase price. Replicas of the art that is sold as a result of the exhibition during the walk shall be subject to the same commission/discount terms as above. Sculpture Evergreen shall make reasonable efforts to sell the art during the walk.

Eligibility is open to all applicants that meet the above requirements.