The Louisiana Percent for Art Program seeks qualifications from professional artists or artist teams for a site-specific, exterior public art installation at the new Origin Bank Center for Student-Athlete Success at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, LA. This flagship facility will serve as both a gateway to the Joe Aillet Stadium and a hub for academic, wellness, and leadership support for all Louisiana Tech student-athletes. The artwork should feature a realistic and recognizable depiction of the Louisiana Tech Bulldog mascot. This is a request for qualifications. Proposals are not required at this stage.
A complete application must include the following: Artist résumé demonstrating at least five (5) years of professional visual art experience (NOT STUDENT WORK). If submitting as a team, a current résumé should be submitted for each team member (compiled into one document). A biography will not be accepted in place of a résumé. A Letter of Interest making a brief statement (no more than one page) outlining your interest in the project, artistic vision, and how your work relates to the project goals. References with the names and current contact details of three people you have previously partnered with, worked with, or commissioned your work. References will be contacted for artists invited to develop a proposal for the commission. Images (up to 10) of your original completed commissions or artworks, not proposals, which demonstrate your ability to create large-scale exterior installations. 3-D models, sketches, or drawings will not be accepted. You must include the title, medium, dimensions, project budget (price), year completed, location, and description. The value must be indicated in US dollars. Up to 3 videos (optional) of work examples
This is a national call open to professional artists and artist teams (age 18+) with demonstrated experience in public art and large-scale installations. Applicants must have a proven ability to execute projects of similar scale, complexity, and visibility. Artist teams must designate a lead contact. Artists are limited to one submission, whether applying individually or as part of a team. All submitted work must be original and completed within the past ten years. The Louisiana Percent for Art Program does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical ability. The application, including all examples of work and supporting documents, is considered the artist's official "submission." If any information submitted by the artist or artist's representative, including all supporting documents, is found fraudulent, the submission will be disqualified.
Call for Artists: LA Tech Center for Student-Athlete Success