Waxhaw Butterfly Project – Rotating Public Art

To apply, download the application below. Please email completed applications to:
dsabinske@waxhaw.com.

For more information, please contact Dena at 704-843-2195 ext 278.

This project must be completed by an interested party, willing to shoulder the cost of the materials, yet certain standards of materials must be met.
In appreciation of the selected artist(s), a plaque will be displayed at the site for artist recognition, and a Press Release will be posted to the media to publicize the completion of the project. This will be an annual renewable art project for the Town of Waxhaw.
*Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Deadline: Sept. 2, 2022

ELIGIBILITY
This RFQ is open to all practicing, professional artists OR any group which would like to commission such to paint the Waxhaw Butterfly. Experience in public art is desirable but not required. The selected artist must be available to attend a minimum of two (2) meetings with Town staff and Town Board of Commissioner (BOC) during the design phase and timeline for the artwork.

DESCRIPTION
The Town of Waxhaw is seeking qualified artist(s) interested in painting or creating a unique and interesting design on our downtown metal butterfly statue. The Waxhaw Butterfly Project should remain relevant to the overall essence of community. This can be approached abstractly or literally. Artists of all media are encouraged to apply. Downtown Waxhaw is a vital center of community activity, and we would like all residents and visitors to aesthetically enjoy their experience while walking the main shopping area.

BUDGET
The Town of Waxhaw will pay for the plaque which states who the commissioning entity is, but all expenses will be the responsibility of the selected artist party.

Photos of space and metal sculpture.

Waxhaw Butterfly RFQ Application