Department: Parks & Recreation
Staff Contact: Renee Rush, Michael Meadors
Subject: Discussion of the 2019 Downtown Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit
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Item Description:
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Discussion of the 2019 Downtown Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit
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Summary:
In its 15th year, the Downtown Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit (DOSE) program provides the community a unique outdoor sculpture display, which exhibits a collection of sculptures, introducing a variety of artistic approaches.
17 artists submitted a total of 36 sculptures for consideration. The entries were reviewed and selected by members of the Olathe Public Art Committee. Members in attendance at the meeting were Chelsy Walker, Cristina Walker, and Whitney Williamson. City staff reviewed the pieces and provided recommendations in regards to site selection, considering size, traffic and public safety concerns. The committee selected eight new sculptures. In addition, one sculpture from the 2018 exhibit was leased for two years and will remain in 2019.
The nine sculptures recommended for the exhibit, which will be presented at the Council meeting are:
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1. Donald Horstman Blooms
2. Jacob Burmood Billow
3. Jim Gallucci Divine Wind III
4. Reven Swanson Dancing Aspens
5. Jodie Bliss Fire Dancer
6. Will Vannerson Borbor 6.1
7. Ben Pierce Here Comes The Sun
8. Joe Sackett Milonga
9. Ray Katz Bridgeport (renewal from 2018)
The sculptures will be located throughout downtown Olathe for a period of one to two years. It is necessary for the site selection process to be flexible, as location adjustments may be required once the sculptures arrive.
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Financial Impact:
The total budget for the Downtown Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit is $15,000 which covers all expenses associated with the program.
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Action Needed:
The authorization for the approval of the 2019 sculpture exhibit selections will appear on the March 5, 2019 agenda.
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Attachment(s):
Attachment A: 2019 Downtown Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit- City Council