Mayo County Council invite artists to submit proposals for a public art commission in Westport, County Mayo. This commission is a unique opportunity for a professional artist(s) to collaborate with the local community of Tubber Hill, Westport on a public art project. Proposals are welcome from both individuals and collaborative artistic teams.

This commission is part of Mayo County Council’s Public Art Programme, funded by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under the Per Cent for Art Scheme.

Please read the brief for further details about the commission and location.

Budget

The budget is €35,000.

Deadline

Monday 31 May 2021

Brief

To download a copy of the brief see https://www.mayo.ie/en-ie/your-council/services/arts/public-art/current-projects/public-art-commission;-westport-town

This is one-stage application process. if a clear choice cannot be made from the stage one submissions a limited number of artists may be invited to attend an interview and make a presentation to the panel. An honorarium will be paid to each shortlisted artist. 

Further information

There will be an information session for artists on 28 April 2021. To register email Aoife O’Toole, aotoole@mayococo.ie