City of Brighton Sculpture on Loan 2027

The City of Brighton Eye for Art Program is now accepting submissions for the 2027 Eye for Art Sculpture-on-Loan Program at Carmichael Park. Sculpture artists from Colorado and across the nation are invited to submit entries for this 12 month display. Each selected artist will be awarded a $1000 honorarium, and their selected sculpture will be prominently displayed from January 2027 - January 2028. The public will vote on a People's Choice Award amongst the installed sculptures throughout the year. At the end of the installation period, the winner of The People's Choice Award will receive an additional $1000 honorarium.
 
​The Eye for Art Committee along with a jury selected from local business owners, community members and artists will make the final selections.

About the Program

The Sculpture-on-Loan Program is a part of the City of Brighton's Eye for Art Program and provides for the placement of large sculptures in Carmichael Park behind City Hall, creating a sculpture walk. This installation lasts one year, and will run from January 2027 to January 2028.

The City of Brighton, Colorado is located in the northeastern corner of the Denver Metro Area and has a long history of vibrant artistic expression. At the city, we honor our agricultural heritage and embrace our cultural diversity. We value innovation and creativity in building a healthy, safe, active, and engaged community.

Application Process

• The deadline to apply for the 2027 Sculpture-on-Loan Program is 11:59 p.m., Monday November 9th.
• All sculptures submitted for consideration must be available for delivery and installation by or before January 11th, 2027 and remain on display until January 10th, 2028.
• Artists will be selected and notified in late November.
• Installation dates are weather-dependent but will be in mid-January, likely during the week of January 11th.
• Please apply through our CaFÉ submission page.
• The artist honorarium is $1000 for each sculpture selected for display. 

Description

• Artists selected agree to place their outdoor sculpture on loan to the City of Brighton for one year.
• Sculptures will be offered for sale to the public, at a price determined by the artist.
• 20% commission on sculpture sales will go to the Eye for Art Program.
• Up to eight pieces will be selected for installation.
• The program is open theme subject matter.
• Plaques will be provided for each piece which lists the artist, sponsors, date and materials.

Site Description

• Installation will be at Carmichael Park, 650 E Southern Street, Brighton, Colorado.
• Pedestal style:  Black powder coated steel pedestal
• Ped size; 36” high and 36” square black powder coated steel pedestals
• The pedestals themselves sit on a concrete footing that is 5" high.
• Raw steel plates attached to the top of the pedestals allow for tack weld and/or bolt installation.
• Maximum weight must not exceed 1,000 pounds.
• The plinth is metal, and ideally we are looking for a way to adapt all sculptures to a single ½” stud that can be bolted down from the inside (a single ½” threaded bolt coming out of the base of the sculpture is best). That way we can just use a forklift and straps to raise and lower them into place.

Honorarium and Sales

• The artist honorarium is $1000 for each sculpture selected for display.
• The Eye for Art committee will retain a 20% commission on sculptures sold to support the Eye for Art program.
• A $1,000 cash award will be awarded to one artist chosen by Brighton residents as “Brighton’s Choice.”

• The deadline to apply for the 2027 Sculpture-on-Loan Program is 11:59 p.m., November 9th.
• Artists may submit up to five applications, with one piece per application. 
  • Please ensure all file names have the title of the piece in them.
• If you experience any difficulties with sample number or uploads, please feel free to email Hannah Wold at hwold@brightonco.gov.
• All sculptures submitted for consideration must be available for delivery and installation by January 11th, 2027 and will remain on display until January 10th, 2028. Installation is weather-dependent, but will likely happen on the week of January 11-15.
• Artists will be selected and notified in late November 2026.
• All completed applications will be reviewed by a committee of community stakeholders. Pieces will be selected by the committee on the basis of artistic merit.

The following are requirements for eligibility in the 2027-2028 Sculpture on Loan Program:

• The artist is responsible for making arrangements to transport and install their work. The artist must provide tools and equipment needed for installation, including extension cords.
• The selected piece(s) must be available for installation from mid-January 2027 through mid-January 2028.
• Installation and de-installation is coordinated with the artist through the City of Brighton Public Art Coordinator.
• The sculptures will be installed outside and exposed to the elements, including harsh sun, high winds, wide fluctuations in temperatures, and moisture.
• To ensure the longevity of the pieces, we unfortunately cannot accept pieces that are made from wood, plastics, or bioplastics, or some mosaics.
• The sculpture should be safe for interaction with the public, especially children.
• Maximum weight must not exceed 1,000 pounds.
• Fragile, vulnerable, or inappropriate work will not be considered.
• Recommended minimum height is 5 feet tall. Visual presence is essential.
• The sculptures will be viewed from all angles, and must be sized to allow for installation and proper proportion on the existing pads and pedestals.
• By submitting a proposal, the artist agrees to the terms of acceptance in the Sculpture-on-Loan Program.