2027 Wayzata, MN Rotating Public Art Sculptures

The City of Wayzata is seeking proposals for four temporary outdoor sculptures displayed on Lake Street East in Downtown Wayzata from May 2027 to May 2028. Proposals will be selected by the Wayzata Public Art Committee and displayed on various downtown locations which be seen in the attached map and images. Selected artists will receive a $1500 stipend. The full Call to Artists can be found here. 

Call Description: The City of Wayzata is seeking proposals for four temporary outdoor sculptures displayed on Lake Street East in Downtown Wayzata from May 2027 to May 2028. Proposals will be selected by the Wayzata Public Art Committee and displayed on various downtown locations which be seen in the attached map and images. Selected artists will receive a $1500 stipend. The full call to Artists can be found here. 

Theme(s): Sculptures should complement Lake Street downtown charm and fit into the character of the downtown. The preferred themes include, but are not limited to, Native American heritage, lake life, ecology and nature, and youthfulness/playfulness.

Honorarium & Sales: Each artist will receive a $1500 stipend awarded in two different sums. $1000 will be awarded when the art is installed and $500 will be awarded when the art is deinstalled or purchased by a third party. Costs of materials, installation, transportation, insurance, and maintenance upon the city’s request are included in the stipend amount.

If the artist wishes, the sculptures may be made available for purchase from the artist while displayed. If the sculpture is purchased, the purchasee will only be able to acquire the piece after the one-year duration is complete. The city will retain a 25% commission on any sculptures sold.
Safety and Durability: Artists should recognize that the sculptures will be located outside in close proximity to Lake Minnetonka and will be subject to environmental conditions and the potential for vandalism. Sculptures shall be constructed of durable materials and securely installed to withstand these conditions throughout the duration of the display period.

Duration: The sculpture will be displayed for approximately one year, from May, 2027 to May, 2028. The City of Wayzata reserves the right to request the artist to remove or repair the work at any time during this period of time, if circumstances require it. The duration of the display can be extended if agreed upon by the city and the artist.

Sculpture Location: Sculptures must be designed to fit within the dimensions of the designated concrete mounting pad. All locations have a 4-foot by 4-foot concrete mounting pad, besides Location #2 which will have a 3-foot by 3-foot concrete mounting pad. Sculptures designed for Location #2 should preferably incorporate a pedestal.

Each sculpture must include 2-inch by 4-inch mounting tabs welded to the sculpture.
Artists will be responsible for drilling 3/8-inch by 2 ½-inch holes into the concrete pad to accommodate concrete screws used to securely attach the sculpture.

A map and photographs of the proposed sculpture locations are attached for reference. The photographs do not currently show the concrete mounting pads, as the pads will be installed prior to May, 2027.

All sculptures will be placed in Panoway on Lake Street East in Wayzata, Minnesota. Adjacent to Lake Minnetonka, Panoway is in the middle of a heavily pedestrian and retail/commercial district in the heart of downtown Wayzata.

If you have a preference in location, you can include a note in your application. However, the city cannot guarantee that the sculpture will be placed in that location. Artist's submissions will be evaluated to the following criteria

Selection Criteria:
Artist submissions will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
• Preference for local artists
• Alignment with the identified themes
• Compliance with the project budget
• Appropriateness for the specific proposed location
• Durability and suitability for long-term outdoor installation
• Overall quality and appropriateness of the proposed sculpture

Timeline:
Call for Artist Release: October 22, 2026
Call for Artist Close: November 11, 2026 11:59pm CT
Committee Review: November 16, 2026
Artist Notification: November 17, 2026
City Council Agreement Review: December 1, 2026
Sculpture Installation: May 3 – May 17, 2027
Sculpture Display Period: Approximately 1 year from installation (May, 2027 to May, 2028)

• Resume or CV
• Artist Statement: A 100–300-word statement describing the artist’s work and artistic approach. The statement should identify any specific connection to Wayzata and provide insight into the artist’s ideas, materials, concepts, or other considerations that would be helpful for the review committee to understand.
• Proposal of sculpture: Applicants must include a photograph of the proposed sculpture, along with its overall dimensions and a description of the materials used in its construction.
If submitting a concept for a new sculpture, the submission should include a sketch, design, or rendering of the proposed work. A brief description of the proposed sculpture must also be provided, including the title, materials, and dimensions.
• Previous Artwork Samples: A maximum of four images of previous artwork can be submitted in addition to the proposed sculpture. Each image must include the title, materials, dimensions, and year completed. A brief description of each artwork may also be provided.

This project is open to all artists who are at least 18 years of age. Sculptures are expected to withstand outdoor weather conditions. Preference will be given to artists with a strong connection to Wayzata. Artists should consider the project timeline prior to submitting a proposal. The sculpture will be installed in May 2027.