Georgetown GLOW Winter Public Art Exhibition Call for Artists and Request for Proposals The Georgetown Business Improvement District (BID) invites artists to submit proposals for new, site-inspired public art work to be installed in Georgetown as part of the Georgetown GLOW Winter Public Art Exhibition, an outdoor display of public art and light installations on view from Friday, December 12, 2014 - Sunday, December 14, 2014. The Georgetown GLOW Winter Public Art Exhibition is open to artists working in all mediums, including performance, video, sound, and 2-D work. While there are no specific geographic limitations, preference will be given to local and regional artists. We are seeking proposals for work that creatively incorporates light; explores concepts of space and place; inspires public interaction; and utilizes and responds to specific sites within Georgetown. The exhibition aims to highlight the historic Georgetown neighborhood through innovative public art works. The installations will be lit nightly from 6 pm to 10 pm on the evenings of December 12, 13 and 14. Background In December of 2013, the Georgetown Business Improvement District (BID), in partnership with Alliance Francaise D.C., hosted Fete des Lumieres Georgetown, an exhibition of public installations by four international artists. Inspired by one of Europe s most celebrated festivals, the Fete des Lumieres or Festival of Lights, held annually in Lyon, France since 1852, FDLG 2013 was the first time that any of the Lyon installations had been exhibited in the United States. Sponsors included Art Soiree Productions, SPAIN arts & culture, The JBG Companies, Wallonie-Bruxelles International and EDF (Electricite de France). Building on the success of last year s event, we will revisit the theme of light with the Georgetown GLOW Winter Public Art Exhibition. Budget The Georgetown BID will select up to 4 artists. The BID will provide an artist fee of $2000 to each selected artist. This fee will include all costs associated with materials and physical execution of the installation. Georgetown BID will provide electricity needs and overnight security for each project if and when on public property. Exhibition Timeline: Extended proposal deadline October 30 Artists notified of project selections November 5-6 Georgetown location walk-through November 10-12 Projects & project locations finalized; submission of signed contracts November 13-18 Installation process December 10-11 Exhibition on view December 12, 13, 14 De-installation December 15-16 Promotional Benefits Showcase your work in highly visible areas of Georgetown and to a variety of local media outlets Outreach to over 15k via social media channels and the Georgetown BID newsletter, as well as the Georgetown BID website Participating artists will be featured on all paid and sponsored advertising
Locations Installations will be located in highly visible and historic sites throughout the Georgetown neighborhood. See below Georgetown locations to get an idea of sites that could be made available for your project. The BID does not guarantee the availability of all locations and is working to secure the necessary permissions and permits for various locations. Grace Church Lawn 1041 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Book Hill Park Corner of Reservoir Road and Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington Harbour 3050 K Street, NW LSM Architecture, M Street Atrium 1212 Banks Street, NW Georgetown Park Lobby 3222 M Street, NW Jefferson Court Interior Courtyard 1025 Thomas Jefferson Street, NW
Proposal Submission Process To be considered, each applicant must submit a signed application, which includes a CV, description of the proposed project, completion of supplemental questions, 4 high-resolution images of previous work, and a rendering of the proposed project. Applicants are permitted to submit no more than two project proposals for consideration. All proposals must be submitted to ehiggins@georgetowndc.com with the subject Georgetown GLOW Exhibition Proposal by 11:59 p.m. EST on Thursday, October 30, 2014. General Terms 1. Once selected and under contract and upon receipt of final sketches, finalists will be paid 50% of the artist stipend. Upon completion of the installation, the remaining 50% of the stipend will be paid. 2. The BID reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, advertise for new proposals, and negotiate revisions to installations as may be deemed in the best interest of the project. 3. Designs that may be objectionable to a substantial segment of the community (including residents, businesses, and tourists) should be avoided. 4. The BID reserves the right, at any time, to reject, remove, or modify any design or artistic element that it deems to be not in the best interest of the project or a threat to public safety. 5. The BID reserves the right to move the location of your piece if permitting or safety deems it necessary. 6. Applicants must submit complete responses to all of the information requested in order to be considered. 7. The review panel reserves the right to award applicants one or more installations as deemed appropriate by the review panel. 8. Application materials will not be returned. 9. This RFP does not constitute any obligation by the BID to engage any applicants nor to complete the project described.
Artist Application Artist Name: Address: Email: Phone: Co-applicant(s): Checklist This application, completed, signed, and dated CV (no more than 2 pages) Completed project description and supplemental questions Proposal renderings (see example Georgetown locations above to get an idea of sites that could be made available) Minimum of 4 images of past work, with descriptions of location, dimensions, and materials I understand and will adhere to the requirements set forth in this RFP I have the ability to provide proof of comprehensive general liability insurance at the time of contracting if I am selected Applicant Signature Date:
To be considered, please answer the questions below. 1. Provide a description of your proposed project. 2. Explain how your proposed project incorporates light. 3. Describe the materials you intend to use. 4. Describe your capabilities regarding execution (e.g., studio space, storage, ability to secure volunteer help or studio assistance if necessary).