Call for Artist SUBMISSIONS

SCULPTURE COMMISSION FOR The Fitzgerald OF Palisades, a Kisco Signature CommunitY

Application Open January 16 - February 23, 2025 

Call Summary

The Fitzgerald of Palisades: Opening in spring 2025 as Kisco Senior Living’s second community in the DMV, The Fitzgerald is designed for discerning seniors who relish a slice of tranquility in the heart of historic Palisades, within steps of the best that Washington, D.C. has to offer. With its imaginative Art Deco-inspired interiors and highly personalized service, coupled with easy access to the best of the nation's capital, The Fitzgerald offers a higher standard in senior living that encompasses exemplary hospitality, elevated services and amenities, distinctive dining, premium partnerships and more. For more details, visit us online. 

Amy Kaslow Gallery: Established in 2020, Amy Kaslow Gallery showcases emerging and leading contemporary artists worldwide. The gallery partners with creators, museums, learning institutions, and community groups, curating exquisite collections and telling their stories. Also a salon for thinkers and change-makers, the gallery’s K/NOW Dialogue Series shares perspectives and engages the Washington D.C. community in conversation. Our wide open 2,400 square foot space is a welcoming mix of industrial, contemporary and green. We’re a destination for gallery hoppers, a refreshing retreat for collectors, and a place just to shoot the breeze. Find us online or at 7920 Norfolk Avenue in Bethesda, MD.
 

Artwork Goals

Design Alignment

• Utilize durable materials that are resistant to outdoor elements, such as steel,
  wood, and stone to achieve a natural, yet industrial, aesthetic.
• Reflect the sleek lines and the timeless style of the property.
• Create a piece that celebrates the vibrancy of the local art scene, while engaging
  the broader community.
• Create a work that acknowledges where we are, at the confluence of U.S. history, nature and community. Georgetown is just steps away, with the C & O Canal, the Potomac River, and Rock Creek Park (our nation’s third National Park) right outside The Fitzgerald’s front doors.
   

Community Engagement

• Enhance the neighborhood’s sense of place, connection and community.
• Share the artistic process with the community by documenting each step – from conceptualization to fabrication and installation – through still photographs and video. The documentation is the artist’s responsibility; artists will be asked to prepare and share footage along with the delivery of their work.
  
   

About the Commissioning Organizations

Kisco Signature Communities: Opening in spring 2025 as Kisco Senior Living’s second community in the DMV, The Fitzgerald is designed for discerning seniors who relish a slice of tranquility in the heart of historic Palisades, within steps of the best that Washington, D.C. has to offer. With its imaginative Art Deco-inspired interiors and highly personalized service, coupled with easy access to the best of the nation's capital, The Fitzgerald offers a higher standard in senior living that encompasses exemplary hospitality, elevated services and amenities, distinctive dining, premium partnerships and more. For more details, visit us online. 
 

Amy Kaslow Gallery: Established in 2020, Amy Kaslow Gallery showcases emerging and leading contemporary artists worldwide. The gallery partners with creators, museums, learning institutions, and community groups, curating exquisite collections and telling their stories. Also a salon for thinkers and change-makers, the gallery’s K/NOW Dialogue Series shares perspectives and engages the Washington DC community in conversation. Our wide open 2,400 square foot space is a welcoming mix of industrial, contemporary and green. We’re a destination for gallery hoppers, a refreshing retreat for collectors, and a place just to shoot the breeze. Find us online or at 7920 Norfolk Avenue in Bethesda, MD.

Location Description

Named after The Great Gatsby author, F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Fitzgerald at Palisades is situated on MacArthur Boulevard in the Palisades, one of Washington D.C.’s most desirable neighborhood enclaves. The sculpture will be the centerpiece of a lushly landscaped and well-appointed courtyard, visible to residents from the community’s many ground floor dining rooms and lounges, as well as to passing pedestrians and vehicles along MacArthur Boulevard. 

• Grounding Dimensions: 4 ft deep and 7 ft across.
• Architectural Context: Designed by Gilbane Building Company and Trammell Crow, the property features Art Deco influences with sleek, industrial lines.
• Please see below for additional site photographs and measurements. Email curate@amykaslowgallery.com for additional design plans.
   

Budget

Budget Allocation: 

Three finalists will receive $1,000 stipends to further refine their proposals. After a thorough review of the finalists' proposals, one winner will be awarded $50,000 to cover design, transportation, materials, equipment, labor, installation, and any other costs associated with the artwork.

Timeline

Call opens: January 16, 2025
Deadline for Submission: February 23, 2025
Notifications/Results: The week of March 10, 2025
Target Installation Date: End of May (Flexible)
Target Unveiling Date:  June/July (Flexible)
Projects must be feasible within a 10-day installation window. If additional time is required, proposals should specify.

Update: Due to the high number of submissions, the timeline has been pushed back to allow the selection committee more time to review the applications. We will be in touch with the artists when we have an updated timeline. 
 

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to professional visual artists and artist teams (up to three members). Teams must submit a collaborative portfolio.
• Preference given to artists from the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) area.

Selection Criteria

• Alignment with project goals and artistic vision.
• Demonstrated experience working with specified materials and outdoor installations.
• Feasibility within budget and timeline.
• Use of weather-resistant materials suitable for outdoor environments.

The winner will be determined by Kisco’s selection committee, which includes founding members of the community and the company’s leadership board.

Application Requirements

• Artist Statement: Describe your creative process, including motivations, methods, and inspirations.
• Letter of Interest: Detail your interest in the project, approach to public art, and relevant experience.
• Artist Resume/CV: Provide a PDF of your professional background.
• Artwork Proposal: Submit a PDF showcasing the detailed concept for this project. Your proposal should include an abstract, sculpture details (measurements, materials), anticipated time required to complete the sculpture, cost of materials, sketches, community tie-in, special qualities of the artwork, as well as anticipated installation requirements. 

How to Apply

Complete the online submission form at:  https://forms.gle/P5SdqPAxZMmcE21JA 

For questions, please contact: curate@amykaslowgallery.com 

Site Images

Click on the images to enlarge. Email curate@amykaslowgallery.com for additional site and design plans.