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Art not only imitates
nature, but also completes it
deficiencies. - Aristotle
IMPORTANT NOTE:
What a shame that so many governmental orgs feel the
need to change web page addresses for THEIR convenience every year. Doesn't
ANYONE in GOV realize that this de-links them from the audiences they are
supposedly trying to reach! In 2007 I had to remove about HALF of this once
remarkable collection of links. What a shame for us all! Richard
Finkelstein rfinkels@msn.com
Page Index:
Master & Research Sites
The
Economic Impact of the Arts - This
is a web link library leading to all known online studies of the economic
impact of the arts. The listing from Arts on the Line is itemized by
geographic area
Public
Art Index Essays and Articles on Public Art -
This resource, Compiled by:- David Harding, of
Scotland, consists of "An annotated bibliography of 131 magazine articles,
published between 1969 and 1994, on Public Art and related themes."
Public
Art: Whose Version of History? - This article is from the Albion
Monitor, Sebastopol, CA State Public Art
Programs - a listing of art in public places programs with full
contact information. This site was developed by the Florida Division of
Cultural Affairs. 
Video-
Art In Public Places - "About this
video... How does it happen? Who chooses it? Who pays for it? How does an
artist get chosen for monumental works of art? To whom does an artist submit
his or her work for consideration? These issues and more are discussed as
Artistry host, Todd Bingham talks with Public Arts Manager for the City of
Beverly Hills, Michele Merrill. Ms. Merrill discusses the controversy
surrounding architecture and whether it "qualifies as art" in the
context of Municipal Art Ornamentation programs.
Art-Public,com - "Art-public.com
is a specialized online resource for information and documentation dedicated
exclusively to art in the public arena. The original web site was launched
in 1997 by Herve Bechy (Editor in Chief) and Richard Combet Joly (Web
Developer). Its purpose: to create a vast European International online
database on public art. " Site is in French, English, German
Public Art Review
- "The only journal
focused on exploring the many dimensions of public art. Each issue provides
opinion, analysis, criticism and discussion about the nature and trends in
public art. Published semi-annually since 1989, our readership includes
artists, architects, curators, city planners, students, educators, design
professionals, program administrators, community leaders, writers, and
more."
USA National
Art in Embassies Program -
"The ART In Embassies Program is a global museum that exhibits original works of art by U.S. citizens in the public rooms of approximately 180 American diplomatic residences worldwide. These exhibitions, with art loaned from galleries, museums, individual artists, and corporate and private collections, play an important role in our nation's public diplomacy.
"
Countries,
US
States, and
Canadian Provinces:
These
are all listed by geographical area in alphabetical order
Alaska
Anchorage Museum's
Museum Without Walls Project. Be sure to click "enter here"
Arizona
Phoenix Public
Art Program Website - Simple page, no gallery. Basic info.
Scottsdale Public Art
- Great site. Includes a nice gallery of images
Britain:
Public
Art Research Archive, Sheffield Hallam University - Research archive
with a pictorial database. The gallery at the moment is limited to the
Sheffield area with plans to expand in the future.
ART.e @ the Art of Change
- "ART.e @ the art of change is a visual arts organization concerned with the issues of change.
Particularly transformation of the urban environment and its impact upon quality of life and cultural identity."
The site profiles various public arts projects in London and Britain
Public Art
Online - Lots of articles and resources here
Canada
Toronto
Public Art - Offers a nice overview along with a modest gallery of
images.
Saanich Public Arts Policy Documents -
Victoria, BC.
California
Claremont
- Claremont
California - Unified's Public Art Series - The Public
Art Series is one of the Claremont Unified School District's newest
efforts to beautify district schools while enriching the educational
experience of the students. The students of Claremont Unified's seven
elementary schools were invited, as a part of their curriculum for the
1997-98 school year, to work with community artist and teacher Merrilyn
O'Neill to create a mural at each school showcasing the talent and
creativity of Claremont's youngest citizens. This is a very nice site
demonstrating a wonderful community partnership in action. Richly
illustrated website.
Culver City
- Culver
City Arts in Public Places Program The
Art in Public Places ordinance was established in 1988 with the view that
cultural and artistic resources enhance the quality of life within a city,
and that development diminishes the availability of the community’s
resources. This page is informational only. It does explain
the criteria in selecting artwork but the page offers no gallery.
Los Angeles
- Public
Art in Los Angeles Cultural Los Angeles This
site documents public art works, sculptural works, mosaics, and murals, in
the downtown Los Angeles area, the University of Southern California, and
other places in the city. The Public Art in Los Angeles web site is part
of a larger project of the University of Southern California libraries to
document Los Angeles, its past, present, and future. The site is extensive
in its resources.
Palo Alto
- City
of Palo Alto Art In Public Places
- One interesting feature of this site is the inclusion of graphic
images of a brochure which outlines five self-guided tours of public art
works in the city.
Palm Desert
-
Palm Desert California Art in Public Spaces - "Palm
Desert was the first city in Riverside County to create a public art
program. In 1986, Council adopted an ordinance requiring the City and
developers to place art or pay a fee to the Art in Public Place fund for
each new structure they build. The goals of the program are to create an
artistic harmony between the buildings, land and open spaces as well as
bringing art into the community's daily life. The Art in Public Places
Commission serves as a technical advisory committee to Council and makes
the initial selection and recommendation of artists and artworks"
San Diego
- Adams
Avenue Project - San
Diego - A public art project in a San Diego neighborhood involving
beautiful banners displayed from the neighborhood lamp posts.
Colorado
Denver
Evergreen
- Art
for the Mountain Community -
"Art for the Mountain Community's mission is to 'establish a program
of art acquisition that will beautify public buildings and open spaces in
the mountain area of Jefferson County, and encourage the expression and
appreciation of art through education and other public activities and
programs.' "
Fort Collins
- Fort
Collins Colorado, Art in Public Places Program -
Fort Collins' Art in Public Places was created in April, 1995. APP is
intended to encourage and enhance artistic expression and appreciation and
to add value to the Fort Collins community through acquiring, exhibiting,
and maintaining public art. The website profiles and depicts seven of the
projects, and gives an overview of the program and application process.
Loveland
Connecticut
Connecticut's Art in Public
Spaces program - was established by state law in 1978. It requires
that not less than 1% of the cost of construction or substantial renovation of
publicly accessible state buildings be allocated for the commission or
purchase of artworks for that building. Since the program's inception, over
280 works of art have been installed at 54 sites in 28 cities and towns in
Connecticut. This page includes an extensive directory of projects and a
couple of photos of the projects (perhaps there will be more with time in
their "virtual tour" section).
Art-O-Mobiles,
Art in Public Places - "For the past seven years, Stamford
Downtown has hosted an annual high-quality art exhibit in the public spaces of
the City and in the Town Center. In keeping with tradition, this year’s
Art-O-Mobiles, Art in Public Places showcases the visions of more than 40
accomplished artists from the region in an exhibit that promises to be an
exceptionally car-azy experience. Art-O-Mobiles, Art in Public Places is
designed as an interactive exhibit appealing to all the senses, engaging
adults and children alike". This project from the Summer of 2001 is an
example of a public arts project that is theme based. This is a very nicely
designed resource that is also a very fun site to visit. The page itself is a
work of art, in keeping with the year's theme. It is hoped that this page will
stay active as an example of an exciting type of public art project.
Florida
Florida Public Arts Programs -
Great master list of contacts from cities and counties around the state
Volusia
County’s Art in Public Places Program - This is a very attractive
page. Very nice layout. The page includes application information but only one
actual example of public art. No gallery.
West Palm Beach Art in
Public Places - This is a very attractive page that includes a nice
gallery with especially nice photographic
documentation
Florida Association of
Public Art Administrators - "Florida
Association of Public Art Administrators (FAPAA) is a non-profit
corporation, established as a service organization for professional public
art administrators and related disciplines. It is dedicated to the
development, advancement and education of the public art field in the State
of Florida. FAPAA develops and promotes professional standards in the
management and administration of public art programs."
Maryland
Community Bridge Project on Frederick Maryland - This very
nice website fully documents all aspects of the planning and execution of this
project. Nice illustrations too.
Michigan
Art
in Detroit Public Places - From the Barnes
and Noble Website: Art in Detroit Public Places is a guidebook to the many
major examples of public art in metropolitan Detroit and proof that the
tradition of art in public places is enjoying a renaissance. Each area
includes a map to facilitate a walking or driving tour. The text provides a
brief discussion of the history of each work, the nature of its commission,
its historical context, and its relation to its site.
New Mexico
New Mexico
Art in Public Places - A
1% initiative. Informational site, includes information on the program and how
to apply but no directory or photo gallery.
New York
New
York's 50 Best Art in Public Places - From
Barnes & Noble: Explore the street corners and subway stations, plazas and
parks, lobbies, buildings, churches and theatres that entertain and inspire us
with their rich and diverse collection of public art. David Masello, writer on
architecture, urban design, and art, guides us to the sites worth seeking out
- balancing new and old, representational and abstract - and shares their
histories and meanings.
The
Public Art Fund - In New York City, "The Public Art Fund is New York's leading presenter of artists' projects, new commissions, and exhibitions in public spaces. For over 25 years the Public Art Fund has been committed to working with emerging and established artists to produce innovative exhibitions of contemporary art for neighborhoods throughout New York City. By bringing artworks outside the traditional context of museums and galleries, the Public Art Fund provides increased access to the art of our time -dismantling any barriers to the accessibility of contemporary art - and provides artists with a unique opportunity to expand their artistic practice."
The West
Harlem Art Fund is a not-for-profit organization
that sponsors "Arts in the Park", public art sculptures in open
public spaces and neighborhood triangle parks. The fund also supports special
events that make art accessible to West Harlem and Washington Heights
residents, improving their quality of life. Basic info-only website.
Ohio
A
Guide to Public Art in Cincinnati -
Downtown Cincinnati offers an outstanding collection of public art that is a
125 year legacy of the city's history, cultural attitudes and aesthetic taste.
Earlier works use the human figure in heroic or allegorical monuments to
commemorate people or events important to local history. Recent additions are
abstract forms which have no recognizable subjects, but instead express
thoughts or emotions. This is a well-indexed richly illustrated website
collection.
Cleveland Public Art
- "Cleveland Public Art is dedicated to improving the
quality of life and enhancing the economic competitiveness of Cleveland and
its surrounding communities through the highest quality, site-specific
public art and creative urban design. By actively engaging the public,
designers, artists and decision makers, we work collaboratively to create
unique places that revitalize neighborhoods and transform the way people see
and experience the city."
Oregon
Portland Public Art
Program - While this site includes no gallery, it does include a
number of information resources that other should emulate. I especially like
to see the helpful information to artists supplied in the frequently asked
questions section.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Public Art
- This is an excellent page assembled by an interested public citizen who
cares enough to photograph and index online the public works of art in his
city. One would only wish that official arts folks in the world would be
inspired!
Rhode Island
Link no longer works
Texas
City
of Austin Art in Public Places - For over
a decade, the City of Austin Art in Public Places program has made it possible
for talented artists of local and national renown to enhance public spaces
throughout the city with works of art ranging from outdoor sculptures and
murals to functional works integrated into architecture. The City of Austin
was the first municipality in Texas to make a commitment to include works of
art in construction projects when it established the Art in Public Places
program in 1985. By ordinance, 1% of budgets are allocated to commission or
purchase art for public sites such as the airport, convention center,
libraries, parks, police stations, and recreation centers. The site now has a
nifty searchable database of artist and art works information and
images!
City
of San Antonio Public Art and Design Enhancement Program - "In
1996, the City of San Antonio Arts and Cultural Affairs Department established
the Public Art Program, which allocated one percent (1%) for commissioned
artists to provide design services, and to create artworks within building and
parks projects. The purpose of the program was to establish a process that
supported San Antonio's long tradition of artist created enhancements that
have contributed to the City's cultural and historical sense of place."
This is a great website. It includes an extensive catalog of images, well
organized and easy to navigate. Be sure to click on the COSAS (Catalog
of On-Site Artist Services) link to see a program that should be an
inspiration to other cities worldwide!
Utah
Utah Public
Art Program - The 1985 Utah Legislature passed a
1% for Art bill allocating public funds for art to be incorporated into new
and/or renovated state public buildings. This is a basic text-only information
site.
Vermont
Vermont Art in State Buildings Program - Simple text-only
site. The strength of this site though is in its complete profiles of proposed
projects, giving potential artists the tools they would need to submit an
effective application. The site does not seem to have a gallery or images,
though.
Washington DC
Washington DC's
Art in Public Places Program - established by the D.C. Commission on
the Arts and Humanities in 1986 to promote and support art in public places in
the District of Columbia but, unofficially, it does so much more. Minimal site
offering only a slight overview. At this review, page had not been updated
since 1997. A Contact phone number is given, however.
Washington State
Public Art 4Culture -
King
County's Public Art Program - "For over a quarter of a century,
King County has been collecting outstanding works of art for display in public
buildings, hospitals and health centers, gathering places and parks, making
art part of the everyday experience for county residents and visitors. From
hand-painted Ukrainian eggs to land-based earthworks, the collection is a
civic resource diverse in expression and artforms. Over 1,000 artworks are
displayed throughout the 2,200 square miles of King County. Artists from all
over the United States are featured in the collection."
Seattle
Public Art - Simple,
pretty web album of public art in the Seattle Washington area.
Wisconsin
Wisconsin
Percent for Art Program - Established in 1980 for the purpose of
placing artwork in the public setting, both to beautify our public buildings
and urban environments and to draw attention to the wealth of artistic
expertise within our region. Under the legislation for the program, two-tenths
of one percent of the total construction costs of new state building or
renovation projects is designated for the commission or purchase of artwork.
Only state buildings with a high degree of public access are eligible for
Percent for Art funding. In addition to the unique features of this particular
program mentioned above, another is the allowance for the purchase (with
conditions) of pre-existing artwork under the program. This is a
text-based information only based site. It includes no gallery.
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