Civic
Public Art Consulting
Public art projects fail on process, not on taste. We run the plan, the panel, the procurement, and the build so the work gets made and the community stands behind it.
Why it matters
Program design
Master plans, percent-for-art ordinances, selection criteria, and maintenance policy.
Procurement management
RFQ and RFP authorship, panel facilitation, and compliant contracting.
Delivery oversight
Engineering review, fabrication milestones, installation, and dedication.
Where we apply it
- Municipal and county public art programs
- Developer-funded plazas, murals, and gateway works
- Transit, parks, and infrastructure projects
- Campus and medical center commissions
How the work runs
01
Listen
Community engagement, stakeholder mapping, and review of existing plans, ordinances, and funding sources.
02
Plan
Cultural plan, public art framework, or investment thesis with governance, selection criteria, and phased budget.
03
Procure
RFQ/RFP authorship, artist selection panels, contracting, and compliance with public procurement and percent-for-art requirements.
04
Deliver
Project management through fabrication and dedication, plus reporting that satisfies funders and elected leadership.
Frequently asked questions
- Can you write our percent-for-art policy?
- Yes — ordinance language, governance structure, and administrative procedures.
- How are artists selected?
- Through open calls or invitational panels with published criteria and documented scoring.
- Who owns and maintains the work?
- We define ownership, warranty, and maintenance obligations in the artist agreement before fabrication.
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Tell us what you are trying to build. We will tell you honestly whether we are the right team and what it takes.