Royal Oak Announces Timeline for Public Art Exhibit

“Satori” by John Sobczak is among the pieces selected for the current Art Explored exhibit in downtown Royal Oak. (Photo via Royal Oak Commission for the Arts Facebook page)

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Artists are invited to submit applications to the Royal Oak Commission for the Arts to have their works included in a nearly year-long temporary display downtown.

The works will be displayed from June 2016 to April 2017, according to a news release. The proposals, which are due in February, will be reviewed and juried by a committee of the Royal Oak Commission for the Arts and yet-to-be identified prominent representatives of the art community.

A signed contract and license agreement approved by the city commission will be required before artwork can be displayed. General liability insurance is not required from the artist. However, the Royal Oak Commission for the Arts does recommend that all artists obtain property insurance to cover their work.

Artists interested in submitting proposals for consideration must submit a completed application with required attachments here.

Project Timeline

• Feb. 15, 2016: Application deadline
• Feb. 16 - 29, 2016: Jurying and selection
• March 15, 2016: Selection(s) announced
• March 4 - 25, 2016: Site identifications and contracts signed
• April 6, 2016: Final approval of signed contracts
• June 6, 2016: Artwork installation deadline
• Questions? Contact rocfa@romi.gov or (248) 246-3200.