Project Summary: Jordan Art Walk
You are invited to submit a sculpture for placement in the Jordan Art Walk exhibit in East Jordan, Charlevoix County, Michigan. Our goal is to integrate works of art into our city’s abundant natural environment that will engage and resonate with our citizens and visitors.
Project Description: “Exploring Nature Through Art”
Sculptures will be located on city property along a route connecting the east and west sides of East Jordan. Scenic harbor, lake and river views complement the existing 24 sculptures. An accessible walking trail into the beautiful Jordan Valley is connected. We will be adding 6-7 additional sculptures in 2025.
Now in our fifth year, this is a collaborative project of the City of East Jordan, the East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce, the Friends of the Jordan River, the Jordan River Arts Council, and Active Recovery Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine. Please go to www.jordanartwalk.org for further information about the walk.
Budget Description:
The sculptures will be in place for 3 years and if the artist chooses to offer their sculpture for sale, a 20% commission is paid to the committee. If sold, the work of art will remain in place until the end of the three-year time period or be replaced with another sculpture by the artist with approval of the committee. There is a stipend of $600 for the artists selected for the exhibit. Concrete pads will be provided to fit the works of art. Artists will be responsible for transporting, installing and de-installing the art work. Some exemptions may apply.
Timeline:
Please submit up to 3 entries digitally by April 30, 2025 to the East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce (info@ejchamber.org) for jurying. Multiple views of each sculpture may be submitted. Artists will be notified of acceptance by May 9th and installations will take place by the week of June 15th.
Requirements:
A jurying committee of local artists and citizens will make selections based on the following criteria:
(1). Artistic merit of the original work.
(2). Art work must be of a safe design, construction, and have the ability to be safely secured.
(3). Art work must be durable for outside four-season display.
(4). Art must be compatible with the unique setting of the East Jordan environs.
(5). A completed Information sheet shall accompany photographs of each piece submitted (please see attached).
(6). An artist resume shall accompany the application.
Application
1. Title_____________________________________
2. Artist Statement_________________________________________
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3. Dimensions_____________________________________________
4. Base Size Requirement:____________________________________
5. Materials_______________________________________________
6. Fabrication______________________________________________
7. Price___________________
Artist Information
Name______________________________________________________________
Mailing Address_____________________________________________________
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Phone(s) ___________________________________________________________
Website____________________________________________________________
Please attach a resume.