City of Apache Junction — RFQ: SR 88 Roundabout Sculpture

About the Open Call

The City of Apache Junction is seeking a qualified public artist to design, fabricate, and install public art within the center of the roundabout, located at the intersection of State Route 88 (Apache Trail) and Superstition Boulevard, which reflects the character, landscape, and culture of Apache Junction, Arizona. The artist will create a site-specific vertical landmark that can be viewed by drive-by traffic while taking into consideration the backdrop of the iconic Superstition Mountains. The budget allocation for this project is not to exceed $250,000, including costs associated with the design, public involvement, materials, fabrication, engineering costs, site preparation, and installation.

What is Offered

$250,000 budget for the project including design, fabrication, and installation.

Requirements

Artists must be at least 18 years old, reside in AZ, CO, NV, NM, UT, CA, OR, or WA, be legally able to work in the US, and have at least 4 years of public art experience. Submit Statement of Interest, resume, 6-10 work samples, image description sheet, and 3 professional/academic references.

How to Apply

Submit via the Call for Artists Creative West CaFE website at www.callforentry.org.