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Ohio Percent for Art/Miami University Clinical Health Science and Student Wellness Public Art Commission RFQ

Open To: Ohio and National Artists                                                                                                            
Commission Amount: $193,000
Entry Open Date: May 5, 2023
Entry Deadline: July 14, 2023

Project Summary: Miami University of Ohio (MU) is inviting Ohio and national artists to submit up to nine (9) digital images of past sculptural or interior suspended or frieze work for the MU Clinical Health Science and Student Wellness Building Percent for Art Project commission. From the submissions, a group of semi-finalists will be selected to visit the campus, meet with the committee (comprised of MU faculty and staff), and visit the artwork site location to create a site-specific artwork proposal. MU employees and their spouses are not eligible to apply for this commission. Students enrolled in any degree-granting program are not eligible to apply.

Project Background and Building History:

Miami University Health Sciences Building Vision - To build upon Miami University's strong tradition of student-centered academic excellence, the new Health Sciences Building will create transformative and active environments that enable interdisciplinary collaboration to position students for success in evolving professions that promote holistic human health. 

Miami University Health Sciences Project Drivers:

TRANSFORMATIONAL:
To provide spaces that can serve multiple uses allowing environments to flex and adapt as needs evolve.
STUDENT-CENTERED:
To create a variety of interdisciplinary spaces for students to study, collaborate, and learn.
ACTIVE LEARNING:
To create flexible, transparent learning spaces that encourage interaction and hands-on participation.
RESEARCH & DISCOVERY:
To elevate research at undergraduate and graduate levels through interdisciplinary collaboration and advancements in technology.
TRADITION:
To support the legacy of liberal education and academic excellence by preparing students to practice at the top of their discipline while creating a building that continues to celebrate the beauty of the campus context.
WELLNESS:
To enhance holistic wellbeing by providing a variety of spaces, building features, and connections to the outdoors that support mind, body, and spirit.
SERVICE:
To support the community by reaching out in service, clinical practice, and education.
WELCOMING:
To foster an inclusive, energetic, and engaged community that brings together a range of people for shared experiences.

Mission of School or Site: 
Miami University, established in 1809, is ranked among the top 50 national public universities by U.S. News & World Report. As an original Public Ivy, Miami provides Ivy League-quality education at a public school price with an exceptional return on investment. Miami is a place where ambitious students find their purpose and prepare for a lifetime of success.

Artistic Goals of the Commissioned Piece:
The primary location for the commissioned artwork is the exterior academic entrance of the Health Science Building (image above). The commissioned artwork should convey energy and excitement in a celebration of wellness. The work should convey the mission and function of the Health Sciences Building which is "Promote Lifelong Holistic Human Health" to the students and faculty traversing the adjoining quad or entering the building.  

Practical Considerations:
Artwork considered for the Miami Health Science project must be durable and suitably maintenance-free. The commissioned work may include kinetic, electrical or lighting elements if easily maintained. No water features should be incorporated into the work. Images of potential artwork site locations are above. Artwork could be exterior sculpture, or interior suspended work, or installed on the frieze that surrounds the lobby area. Interior sculpture is not being considered.
 
Selection Review Process:
Interested artists should complete the online form by visiting: https://ohiopercentforart-miam...

1. Hit the orange button that says "Add New Application+" 
2. Click your category (most likely public art or sculpture).
3. Create a title for your application, for example: Public Art Portfolio
4. Add the dimensions of your largest work, a description of the materials you usually use in your work, the price of one of your works, and the date of your latest work.
5. Agree to the terms and hit submit entry details.
6. Once you hit your entry details you will find a page where you can add your nine jpg images and pdf of your artist resume.
7. Once you have uploaded your images and your resume you are done. There is no submit button.