For Immediate Release
Richmond, IN – The Festival of the Arts (FOTA) announces the 2011 public art competition for murals and sculpture and requests entries from artists and property owners. Artists are invited to select a wall or public space and create a mural or sculpture anywhere in Wayne County, Indiana. A cash prize of $5,000 will be awarded for a mural and $2,000 for a sculpture.
Five muralists will be awarded paint from Sherwin Williams and use of a scissor or boom lift from Airworx of Indianapolis. Five sculptors will be awarded up to $400 each for materials, moving and setting their work. All other non-awarded entries are also eligible for the top cash prizes.
Sculptors are encouraged to produce land art or recycled materials but are not limited to that media. The theme of the artwork is open but may include local history such as Starr-Gennett or the underground railroad, or contemporary, educational, or current event themes, etc.
Artists and property owners will collaborate to submit a proposal. Artists and property owners who cannot find a location or an artist are encouraged to submit their name to express interest in sharing their information.
Deadline for proposal entries for murals is May 27, 2011
and June 15, 2011 for sculptures. To request entry information, forms, or submit a name or location, email info@WayneFestivalofTheArts.com or call 317.696.7349 or pick up hard-copy information at the Richmond City Building in Mayor Hutton’s office at 50 N. 5th St.
FOTA is hosted by Neighborhood Clearinghouse Services Association. Cash awards are made possible in part by a grant from Wayne County Foundation and contributions by The Economic Growth Group of Richmond, Jetmore, BAWA & Hirons, First Bank Richmond, Wayne Bank and Trust, and Warm Glow Candle Co.
Contact: Pamela Bliss, Festival Director Phone: 317-696-7349
Email: info@WayneFestivalofTheArts.com or leonardosart@yahoo.com
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