Join us at The Plant on Lorax Lane for the first annual Pittsboro Sculpture Celebration! We are seeking talented sculpture artists from NC and beyond to showcase their work and contribute to this exciting event. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain exposure and connect with fellow artists and art enthusiasts in our community. Don't miss your chance to be part of this celebration of creativity!

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Call for Public Art Submissions
Pittsboro Sculpture Celebration @ The Plant – North Carolina

The Pittsboro Public Art Committee invites artists to submit public-ready sculptures for our inaugural Sculpture Celebration @ The Plant in Pittsboro. We are seeking up to 25 small, medium and large-scale, outdoor-appropriate sculptures for potential purchase and installation throughout our charming town in North Carolina.

Event:  The Sculpture Celebration will kick off with an outdoor community dinner celebrating the artists Friday night, September 19, 2025.  Committed purchasers will be invited to have a first look Friday night. 

The Sculpture Celebration will be Saturday from noon-6pm with musicians and also pop-up artists and craftspeople.  The town of Pittsboro will be hosting art events throughout the weekend as well.

The purchased artwork will be installed in the Town of Pittsboro easements that have been designated for public art.

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Important Dates:

• Deadline for Submission:  Midnight May 1, 2025

• Notification of Accepted Artists:  June 1, 2025

• Celebration of the Artists Dinner:  September 19, 2025

• Exhibition Date: September 20, 2025-October 19, 2025

• Installation Date: September 19, 2025

• Take Down Date:  October 19, 2025
   

Eligibility:

• Open to all artists, with priority given to North Carolina-based artists.

• Artists from outside the state are also encouraged to apply.

Artwork Requirements:

• Sculptures must be durable, weather-resistant, and suitable for public display.

• Artwork must be ready for installation, and pose no safety hazards.

• Sculptures should remain on display for the duration of the exhibition (or longer if purchased).

Submission Guidelines:

• Photos: Submit high-quality images of the proposed work (maximum of 5 images per piece, showing different angles).

• Maquettes are acceptable (small preliminary model or sketch)

• Details: Include title, dimensions, weight, materials used, and installation requirements.

• Include List Price of Sculpture

• Artist Statement: Provide a brief statement about the work, including its inspiration and significance and bio of artist.

• Contact Information: Name, email, phone number, and mailing address.

• Chosen artists pay a $150 submission fee to help cover costs of event.
  10% commission fee paid to The Plant when piece is sold.

Selection Process:

• A jury panel will review submissions based on artistic merit, suitability for public display, and installation feasibility.

• Selected artists will be notified by June 1, 2025

How to Apply:

Form below

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Questions?  tami@theplantnc.com

Deadline for Submissions:

May 1, 2025

We look forward to seeing your creative and inspiring works become part of our town’s artistic landscape. Thank you for helping us celebrate the power of public art!

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Fill out the form below to apply!