The Johnson City Public Art Committee is seeking qualifications from artists or art teams for the commission of an in-ground mosaic to be installed at the eastern entrance to Founders Park in Downtown Johnson City, Tennessee.
The design should reflect the ecological and social benefits generated by the formation of Founders Park, focusing on the themes of ecological restoration, downtown revitalization, and the interconnection of human and environmental health. Refer to the project description in the RFQ document for complete details.
View the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) document for complete submission requirements. Submit your qualifications using the form below.
- ELIGIBILITY: This opportunity is open to all professional artists over the age of 18 with previous mosaic installation experience. Applicants must reside within the United States.
- BUDGET: Up to three finalists will be selected to develop design concepts for this project. The total project budget for the selected commission is $17,500. Finalists will be paid a $500 honorarium for their designs. The selected artist(s) will be paid $16,000 for the commissioned work. The three finalists will be required to present their proposals to the Selection Committee over an online conference call. The selected artist(s) will be responsible for own travel costs, materials, housing, and personal liability insurance when installing the mosaic. The City of Johnson City will prepare the installation site prior to the artist’s arrival.
DEADLINE: December 1, 2026 by 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Time)
