The Public Art Discussion Series is an opportunity to discuss critical topics in public art. Hear from field experts and peers, network with artists, and participate in the discussion. Be ready to ask questions and share stories of your experiences with colleagues and experts in the field. The series is open to artists from all over New England, and from all levels of public art experience. Sessions generally take place in Boston or other locations around New England.

2011-2012 Public Art Discussion Series

FIRST SESSION TOPIC: New Media & Emerging Technologies in Public Art
WHERE: Mills Gallery at the Boston Center for the Arts | 551 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02116
WHEN: September 26, 2011 | 6:00PM-9:00PM
Presented in partnership with the Boston Center for the Arts.

SECOND SESSION TOPIC: Materials Mania
WHERE: Artisan’s Asylum | 10 Tyler Street, Somerville, MA 02143
WHEN: November 16, 2011 | 6:00PM-9:00PM

THIRD SESSION TOPIC: Strategies for Community Engagement
WHERE: TBD
WHEN: January 2012 TBD

FOURTH SESSION TOPIC: Contracts & Negotiations with Jim Grace
WHERE: NEFA | 145 Tremont Street, 7th Floor, Boston, MA 02111
WHEN: March 2012 TBD

SPECIAL SUMMER SESSION: Come observe an authentic Public Art Panel Meeting
WHERE: Rhode Island State Council on the Arts | One Capitol Hill, Providence 02908
WHEN: Summer 2012 TBD
Presented in partnership with the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA).

Past Session Themes
Public Art Tools with Lynn Basa (September 2009)
Temporary Public Art (October 2009)
Preparing Image Submissions (December 2009)
Public Art Grants (January 2010)
Public Art Commissions: The Finalist Round with Lynn Basa (September 2010)
From Inspiration to Fabrication (November 2010)
Participatory Public Art – What’s your story? (January 2011)
RFQ: A Mock Panel Review (March 2011)
Navigating Legal Issues (June 2011) in collaboration with the Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism
Making the Leap to Public Art (June 2011) in collaboration with the Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism
For the subsequent session dates and times, visit NEFA’s Events Calendar and make sure you are on NEFA’s email list.

For further information:

http://www.nefa.org/grants_services/public_art_discussion_series

Or contact:
Lauren Winsor
Public Art Coordinator
617.951.0010 x528

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