The Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture (Arts and Culture)’s Civic Art Division invites artists and artist teams to submit qualifications to design, fabricate and install a freestanding permanent artwork adjacent to the entrance to the renovated Charles White Park in Altadena. This is a national call open to artists residing within the United States of America.
The park is set to undergo significant improvements, which include enhancing the landscaping around its perimeter and creating entrance points on Mountain View Street and Ventura Street. An original freestanding artwork will be created in proximity to the Mountain View Street entrance. The artwork must be constructed of permanent, non-fugitive materials that will not tend to degrade or fade over the life of the artwork (25 years).
The selected artist or artist team (Artist) will work with Arts and Culture, the Department of Parks and Recreation, the architect, and other members of the project management team to develop their design.
HISTORY
Charles White Park is located in Altadena, an unincorporated area of Los Angeles County. A renowned artist, teacher, and community advocate, Charles White was a long-time resident of Altadena and an active member of a thriving community of artists. In honor of his legacy, Los Angeles County named the park after him when he passed away in 1980. This is a rare example of a park being named after an artist, which demonstrates the significance and impact of Charles White.
Charles White Park will be undergoing improvements involving the expansion and updating of walking paths, the enhancement of lighting and site furnishings, installation of waterwise landscaping and shade trees, and a landscaped outdoor classroom area. A prefabricated multi-purpose building will replace the existing building and outdoor exercise equipment will be updated. Additionally, more covered picnic areas will be added.
ARTWORK THEMES/GOALS
The Charles White Park improvements and artwork will contribute a significant visual impact, establishing the area as a distinct and welcoming place.
The artwork goals align with the County’s commitment to creating inclusive, equitable, and sustainable places for residents and visitors. The renovated park and artwork will positively reflect the area’s unique history and community. Artwork themes include the following:
History. The artwork should reflect the importance and legacy of artist Charles White.Inclusivity. The artwork will positively contribute to the values of inclusivity, family, and community connectedness.Pride of Place. The artwork will elicit a feeling of pride, celebration, and welcome.Please read the Call for Artists Requirements and Guidelines before completing this application:
https://www.lacountyarts.org/sites/default/files/2024-03/240318-RFP-CharlesWhitePark-Final.pdf
INSTRUCTIONS for First Time Applicants:
1) Please create an account using the "REGISTER" button above;
2) Make sure to fill out your eligibility profile as an “individual,” and as an "individual artist" even if you are applying as Artist Team;
3) Fill-out your account information (if you are applying as Artist Team please select one member as the main contact for the team).
4) If you Verify your email please make sure to use the “LOG IN” button to re-access the application platform.
Charles White Park
The Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture (Arts and Culture)’s Civic Art Division invites artists and artist teams to submit qualifications to design, fabricate and install a freestanding permanent artwork adjacent to the entrance to the renovated Charles White Park in Altadena. This is a national call open to artists residing within the United States of America.
The park is set to undergo significant improvements, which include enhancing the landscaping around its perimeter and creating entrance points on Mountain View Street and Ventura Street. An original freestanding artwork will be created in proximity to the Mountain View Street entrance. The artwork must be constructed of permanent, non-fugitive materials that will not tend to degrade or fade over the life of the artwork (25 years).
The selected artist or artist team (Artist) will work with Arts and Culture, the Department of Parks and Recreation, the architect, and other members of the project management team to develop their design.
HISTORY
Charles White Park is located in Altadena, an unincorporated area of Los Angeles County. A renowned artist, teacher, and community advocate, Charles White was a long-time resident of Altadena and an active member of a thriving community of artists. In honor of his legacy, Los Angeles County named the park after him when he passed away in 1980. This is a rare example of a park being named after an artist, which demonstrates the significance and impact of Charles White.
Charles White Park will be undergoing improvements involving the expansion and updating of walking paths, the enhancement of lighting and site furnishings, installation of waterwise landscaping and shade trees, and a landscaped outdoor classroom area. A prefabricated multi-purpose building will replace the existing building and outdoor exercise equipment will be updated. Additionally, more covered picnic areas will be added.
ARTWORK THEMES/GOALS
The Charles White Park improvements and artwork will contribute a significant visual impact, establishing the area as a distinct and welcoming place.
The artwork goals align with the County’s commitment to creating inclusive, equitable, and sustainable places for residents and visitors. The renovated park and artwork will positively reflect the area’s unique history and community. Artwork themes include the following:
History. The artwork should reflect the importance and legacy of artist Charles White.Inclusivity. The artwork will positively contribute to the values of inclusivity, family, and community connectedness.Pride of Place. The artwork will elicit a feeling of pride, celebration, and welcome.Please read the Call for Artists Requirements and Guidelines before completing this application:
https://www.lacountyarts.org/sites/default/files/2024-03/240318-RFP-CharlesWhitePark-Final.pdf
INSTRUCTIONS for First Time Applicants:
1) Please create an account using the "REGISTER" button above;
2) Make sure to fill out your eligibility profile as an “individual,” and as an "individual artist" even if you are applying as Artist Team;
3) Fill-out your account information (if you are applying as Artist Team please select one member as the main contact for the team).
4) If you Verify your email please make sure to use the “LOG IN” button to re-access the application platform.