Tiny Art Galleries – Rotating Public Art

This project is to be completed by an interested party, willing to shoulder the cost of 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 a six-month renewable art project for the Town of Waxhaw.

ELIGIBILITY
This RFQ is open to all practicing or professional artists, or any group which would like to
commission miniature-sized art or depictions reflective of Waxhaw history for the Tiny Art Gallery. Experience in public art is desirable, but not required. The selected artist must be available to attend a minimum of two (2) meetings with the Town of Waxhaw staff and the Town Board of Commissioner (BOC) members during the design phase and timeline for the artwork.

DESCRIPTION
The Town of Waxhaw is seeking a qualified artist(s) interested in painting or creating miniature art
(to fit the dimensions of the gallery (2 feet wide, by 2 feet tall, by 1 foot deep) in any medium for our Tiny Art Gallery. The art may vary in theme and may include representation of the history of the town of Waxhaw when applicable. We would appreciate art that remains relevant and is reflective of the essence of the 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
Initial budget to include the materials to construct the Tiny Art Galleries. Construction of the Tiny Art
Galleries to be completed by local Boy or Girl Scout Troops. The town of Waxhaw will pay for the
maintenance of the Tiny Art Gallery (updated painting, repairs) and will pay for the plaque which states who the commissioning entity is. All responsibilities for the expenses of the art to be displayed are solely those of the selected artist party.

Photo of art box.

Tiny Art Galleries Application