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The following information is current as of the 22nd Rosen Outdoor Sculpture Competition & Exhibition (2008-2009).
1. What is the site-specific category?
This category is dedicated to the creation of a Site-Specific work of art. Site-specific refers to a work of art specifically designed for a particular location while creating an interrelationship with the location. Site-specific artists are required to submit a selection of images of works that have been previously created by the artist that are indicative of the artist's style and exhibits the ability to create an effective site-specific work. Proposals will not be considered for the jury process. The artist will be selected based on the previous works and notified by March 12, 2008. The artist selected for the Site-Specific Category is subject to the same submission deadline as the Completed Works artists, however, they will be asked to adhere to a separate set of requirements and deadlines to allow for extra planning and an extended installation schedule. The Rosen Competition has declared that at least one site, upon receipt of an accepted proposal, will be reserved for a site-specific work. The Rosen Competition will provide guidance, installation assistance, lodging during installation and de-installation, and a materials budget in addition to the $1,000 honorarium.
2. If I am selected as this year's site-specific artist, what additional expectations will be required of me?
Upon acceptance for this category, the artist will be required to make two visits to the ASU Campus. The initial visit will occur as soon as possible after the artist is notified. This visit will be used to tour campus, choose a site, design an initial proposal, create a preliminary project budget while working with the Rosen Sculpture staff, the ASU Grounds Office and the ASU Safety Office. The Rosen Competition will offer monetary support for travel and lodging for the initial visit. Once the initial planning visit has been completed, the artist will take some time for extra planning and fine tuning of the proposal before the installation period begins. The second visit will be the installation visit that will occur before the end of May 2008. The competition will provide hotel accommodations for up to seven days for the artist and one assistant during the installation time period. Travel expenses for the installation visit (other than hotel) will be the responsibility of the artist.
3. What does the timeline look like for me?
4. Who will I be expected to work with to make sure my proposal is accepted?
The Rosen Sculpture staff will work with you to iron out any issues before you are required to submit the initial proposal to representatives of the ASU Grounds Crew and ASU Safety Office. If either of these departments should find the proposal unsuitable for the campus or the area you have chosen, you will be asked to re-submit the proposal. These offices' goals are not to censor the work in anyway. These offices are in place to insure the installation takes into account any environmental issues as well as the safety of its audience, which are primarily students, faculty, staff and community members.
5. Are there any stipulations for the chosen sites?
The Rosen Sculpture staff will assist you in any way to help you find a suitable site that serves as your inspiration. The competition asks that you not incorporate any existing trees or ASU's Duck Pond (the water feature on campus). The works must be able to withstand severe weather extremes (85 degrees in the summer to -20 degrees in the winter with severe wind, snow, hail or rain at any given time of the year). Works must also be relatively impervious to vandalism. Of course, almost anything can be damaged, but this is an active college campus and some works may not be appropriate for a year-long outdoor installation. HOWEVER, the competition has had works that incorporate the idea of slow decomposition or change with the environment ... this is acceptable as long as it serves the concept of the work, and the changes do not render the piece unsafe or eliminate it from viewing before the year-long exhibition is over. The program reserves the right to decline any or all site-specific proposals.
6. In what format should my initial proposal be presented?
How you design and present your proposal is completely up to you. The Competition has had drawings with detailed notes, and digitally rendered images. Please make sure your proposal is as clear and concise as possible. As the competition understand that ideas and installations can change last minute, the staff asks that you keep us updated on all changes, adjustments and unforeseen issues or if you need assistance in making an idea work. Works deemed unsafe or unfit for this specific campus will not be installed. Failure to submit a proposal approved by the program director, Grounds Office and Safety Office results in forfeiture of the honorarium.
7. Will there be a materials budget supplied?
Once the Site-Specific Proposal has been approved, the competition will supply a materials budget and required equipment through purchases or reimbursements (with accompanying receipts). This budget is in addition to the $1,000 honorarium for participation, and the initial travel budget. Depending on the types of materials required, the competition may be able to assist you with securing items as needed, as long as the specifications and companies are supplied to us. The Competition has access to Lowe's Hardware and to crane and equipment rental companies, as well as the Art Department Sculpture areas, if required.
8. Who do I contact if I have other questions?
Brook Bower
greeneab@appstate.edu
(828) 262-7520 (direct line)
(828) 262-3017 (main line at TCVA)
