Civic Arts
The goals of the Cultural Services Division are to provide and support a wide variety of art and cultural opportunities and education, and to preserve and promote awareness of the city's historic resources. Staff provides analysis, development and implementation of Civic Arts programs, supports the Civic Arts commission, and undertakes special projects.
Arts Contracts
Recommendations on applications for the 2008 Arts Contracts competition have been made.
Local artists and non-profit organizations are invited to compete for a share of the funds that the City has set aside for community-based art activities.
Award decisions are made by the Civic Arts Commission and approved by the City Council.
Guidelines and application forms for the 2009 funding cycle will be reviewed by the commission in fall 2008. The application deadline is expected to be late fall 2008.
The Arts Contract program is being administered by the Pence Gallery. Arts Contract applications are available at www.pencegallery.org.
Civic Arts
Art In Public Places Program
Since 1973, the City has set aside 1% of all funds allocated for Capital Improvement Projects to purchase art that enhances the quality of the Davis environment. The artists selected through this program represent a diversity of style and media. Sculpture, murals, paintings, tile work, and functional pieces are located around the city for your enjoyment.
New Public Art Completed!
The Neighborhood Art Projects were developed to bring public art to places where people live and play. Four projects have been completed, Troy Corliss' "Aluvium" at Walnut Park in South Davis, Richard Lowenberg's "Crash-Landed Flying Saucer" at Arroyo Park in West Davis, Jean Van Keuren's "Three Frolicking Dogs" in the North Davis Greenbelt, and Sam Tubiolo's environmental installation in Mace Ranch Park.
The Civic Arts Commission is identifiying priorities for funding new projects.
Civic Arts Commission Support
The Civic Arts Commission advises the City Council on all matters relating to art and culture in the community, and selects art in to included in the city's art in public places collection. The commission encourages programs and methods that support creative activities to the highest standards, as well as increase public understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of a variety of art forms.
Public Art Walking Tour and Gallery Guide
An attractive guide to public art and galleries is now available. The guide provides information on public art around Davis and descriptions of non-profit and for-profit galleries. Available at city offices and most art galleries.
Annual Juried Art Show
The City of Davis has contracted with the Pence Gallery for administration of some arts programs, including the Civic Arts Contracts and the Juried Art Show. For additional information, see http://www.pencegallery.org/civicarts.htm.
Entries for the Juried Art Show are due June 3rd and 4th. For details, see http://www.pencegallery.org/Juried_%20Art_2008_Prospectus.doc or call Civic Art Coordinator Bob Reich at (530) 758.3370, ext. 3 or daviscivicarts@gmail.com
Public Art Planning
In late winter and early spring, the Civic Arts Commission will begin discussing locations and budgets for new public art projects. Suggestions are welcome. For more information, please contact Community Development Directory, Katherine Hess, at (530) 757-5652 or khess@cityofdavis.org.
