Call for artists: Waterdown Memorial Park Public Art Project

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton is seeking artists and artist-led teams to submit proposals for a permanent Public Art work(s) to be sited in Waterdown Memorial Park.

Artists will be asked to propose art works that reflect the Project Goal: “That the proposed Public Art work(s) enhance and reflect the atmosphere of the park as Waterdown’s ‘Public Backyard’ through an artwork that recognizes the park as a community gathering place and responds to its’ historical and physical context in a way that is playful and interactive.”

Artists will be selected by a citizen jury through a two-stage process involving a concept and design proposal, followed by public consultation on selected artists’ detailed proposals.

Quick facts

• The award for the winning art work(s) is $50,000 for the detailed design and fabrication of their art work.
• Short-listed applicants completing a Stage Two submission will receive $500.
• Submission deadline is Thursday, September 12 by 3 pm. (Hamilton time).
• Artists are invited to an Artist Information Meeting to view a presentation on the adjudication process and submission requirements on Thursday, August 15, at 7 pm at Waterdown Memorial Park, 200 Hamilton Street North, Waterdown.
• The skating Loop Amenity building is nestled between the Waterdown Memorial Park parking lot and the Skating Loop.

Additional resources

• To access the Call for artists, visit Waterdown Memorial Park Public Art Project