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Call for Sculptors – Tarrywile Park Installation
This opportunity invites Connecticut-based sculptors to propose a site-specific outdoor sculpture for Tarrywile Park in Danbury. The selected artist will receive an $8,000 commission to design and install a durable piece that reflects the park’s natural beauty and historical significance. The project is part of a broader initiative to bring public art into community spaces across Western Connecticut. It’s a chance to create something lasting in a place where people walk, gather, and connect.
About the Tarrywile Park Project
Tarrywile Park is a 722-acre public space in Danbury, CT, known for its trails, historic buildings, and ecological diversity. This sculpture installation is a collaboration between the Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut and the Tarrywile Park Authority to enhance the park through creative placemaking.
The selected sculpture will be installed in one of two proposed locations and should reflect themes of nature, community, and connection.
Artist Guidelines
- Eligibility: Open to sculptors residing in Connecticut, with preference for artists in Western CT and surrounding counties.
- Budget: $8,000 commission to cover artist fees, materials, fabrication, installation, travel, and insurance.
- Materials: Must be suitable for outdoor installation and require minimal maintenance.
- Theme: Nature, history, and community engagement. Include a visual reference to Celastrus orbiculatus (Oriental bittersweet) if possible.
Location Details
Proposed Installation Sites
- Main Entryway (White Trail near Milking Parlor): High visibility, flat terrain, natural stone backdrop.
- Scenic water views, open space, moderate foot traffic.
Artists may propose one or both locations.
Submission Instructions
Timeline
Submit a single PDF to info@cawct.org with the subject line: Tarrywile Proposal – [Your Last Name].
Your proposal should include:
- Cover Letter (max 1 page)
- Resume or Bio (max 1 page)
- Images of Past Work (up to 5 high-res images)
- Design Proposal (max 500 words)
- Line-item Budget
You’ll receive a confirmation email within 3 business days. If not, please follow up.
- November 7: Call issued
- November 28, 5–6 PM: Optional info session
- February 27: Submission deadline
- March 12: Panel review
- March 19: Finalist presentations
- March 27: Notification
- April 3: Agreements due
- Mid-April: Optional site visit
- Early September: Installation
Selection Criteria
Review Process
- Artistic merit and originality
- Connection to the park’s history and ecology
- Feasibility and durability
- Clarity and completeness of proposal
- Budget realism
A panel of arts professionals, park representatives, and community stakeholders will review submissions. Finalists may be invited to present their concepts before a final decision is made.
Questions? Send us an email