Tuesday, January 16, 2018

Tips For Artists On Creating Public Works

By Roger Wood


There are many designers and artists who love the idea of making a work for a public space since it will be seen by so many people. However there are some important things to keep in mind when considering becoming involved in a public works project. This guide is aimed at helping out by providing a range of concrete tips to get you started.

It is crucial to have the appropriate training and experience when undertaking a public work of art. It can offer a boost to your career and monetary benefit tool. To follow are some pointers to help you to learn the best approach if you plan to undertake a public artwork in your local area or further afield. Read on to get some top notch suggestions to help enable the process.

An important point before you start is to remember that it is very important to ensure that any resources, tools or training programs you are considering are totally safe and reputable. This is an essential point for anyone who is doing research. Take the time to vet sources of information as well as providers and services to be sure that they can be counted upon to be safe and high quality.

For example you may find through libraries and book sellers consumer guides that are aimed specifically at helping those who work in creative industries. In addition some of these guides are available online for easy access. They are meant to provide a wealth of tips for shoppers and these range from practical help on searching for opportunities to saving money on supplies.

For instance there are loads of blog sites on the internet and these are aimed at providing help just for designers and artists. Many also include much interactive content in the form of videos showcasing art studios and interviews with designers. Some blogs focus in particular on the subject of making art for public spaces.

Also look out for the interviews with artists and their collaborators which may offer fascinating insight into the process. The chance to get an inside view of how public commissions function is important to preparing to undertake a public sited work. Another opportunity to get handy tips is offered by a magazine that is dedicated to art.

These magazine regularly provide listings of competitions and opportunities for artists. As well they offer useful articles about the process of commissioning. Remember to be very careful in selecting competitions or opportunities to apply for.

Unfortunately some companies and hosts of competitions over charge the artists and designers taking part when it comes to entry fees. That is why it is so important to be guarded when selecting projects to be involved in. Choosing a high quality opportunity is a key foundational part of the experience of making art for installation in a public arena. Finally consider asking among artist friends and colleagues for their tips as this could be a means of finding out more about their experience of commissioned work and the process of achieving it.




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