Austin opens applications for public art projects across the city

Overview

Art Beat Austin is accepting applications for public art projects across the city through its Art in Public Places program, which commissions artists to create artwork for public sites around Austin. The initiative aims to make art accessible to everyone and creates jobs within the creative community.

Eligibility

• Asian American Resource Center Pavilion: Austin- or Austin-metro-based artist
• Sidewalks and Shared Streets Program: Austin- and Austin-metro-based artists
• Northeast Service Center: Texas-based artist
• Pre-Qualified Texas Public Artist Pool: Texas-based artists of all levels

Submission Deadline

• Applications are due August 3.

Award & Budget

Selected artists will receive budgets ranging from $90,000 to $300,000 to complete their projects.

Opportunities

• Asian American Resource Center Pavilion: Budget of $90,000 for an art installation emphasizing sustainability and reflecting Austin's Asian American community.
• Sidewalks and Shared Streets Program: Commissioning three artists with a budget of $170,000 per artist to create site-specific public artwork encouraging safety in Districts 2, 4, 7, and 8.
• Northeast Service Center: Budget of $300,000 for a permanent 3D piece for the grand staircase, with encouragement for using recycled materials. Expected to open in fall 2027.
• Pre-Qualified Texas Public Artist Pool: For Texas-based artists of all levels to design and install future public artworks. Budgets can range from $10,000 to $250,000+.