10/09/2026
Calling all artists and sculptors! Redbud Arts Center has opened submissions for temporary public sculptures to be displayed across Houston, Texas in 2027.
Here are the key details for applicants ⬇️
Project overview:
Propose an original, site-responsive, outdoor sculpture to engage Houston’s diverse communities for a one-year display period.
Project locations:
JFK Boulevard, Richmond Avenue, North Post Oak Road, or Gulfgate Area.
Artist Award:
$3,000 stipends (inclusive of design, fabrication, transportation, installation, maintenance, insurance, and removal).
Artwork Requirements:
Must withstand Houston’s outdoor elements (heat, humidity, wind).
Must weigh under 600 lbs and fit within a 10x10x29 ft space (anchored on an existing 5 ft square concrete pad).
Must include color to enhance visibility and be appropriate for an all-ages public setting.
Eligibility:
Open to local, regional, national, and international artists or artist teams (18+). Up to 3 entries per artist allowed.
Key Dates:
Application Deadline: December 1, 2026
Selection Notification: December 15, 2026
Installation: Q1 2027
For more information or to submit your proposal, resume, artist statement, and project visuals, visit the link in bio or head over to redbudartscenter.com