Sculptures in the Parks

Village of Beverly Hills

Entry Deadline: Feb. 28

18500 W. 13 Mile Rd.
Beverly Hills, MI 48025
PHONE 248 677-1884

https://www.villagebeverlyhills.com/department/sculptures_in_the_parks.php

The Village of Beverly Hills (Michigan) is currently seeking applications for original sculptures of a size, weight and material suited to an outdoor setting. Selected works will demonstrate the connections between art and the natural environment. The sculptures, to be selected by local artists and approved by the Parks and Recreation Board, will be on loan from the artist to the Village for three years, May 2023 through April 2026.

Work submitted for Sculpture in the Parks must be:
• Original: designed and created by you
• Community-friendly, suitable for viewing by all ages
• Able to stand freely or be anchored in soil; foundations/bases are not provided. Sculptures designed to be hung must use hardware that does not damage trees.
o Sculptures must be installed in a workmanlike manner with sufficient anchoring to prevent the sculpture from being removed, tipped, broken or overturned.
• Able to withstand pressure from wind, rain, snow, freezing temperatures, and the activities of visitors to the parks.
• Installed by the artist between May 1 and May 25, 2023.

Artist Responsibilities:
• Transportation of sculpture to and from the site
• Installation and removal of sculpture
• Insurance of sculpture
• Maintenance and repair, if necessary

Selected artists will receive a $1000 stipend upon successful installation of the sculpture.

The offering of the sculpture for sale is encouraged. The artist will pay a commission equal to 30% of the gross purchase price to the Village of Beverly Hills upon completion of the sale. This commission will build funds for future sculptures in the village. Pieces sold may be removed after one year of display.

Return to list of all entries