Sculpture Walk XV Application

Application Information

Submissions: Functional or non-functional work in any media suitable for outdoor public space. Work will be installed in Kingsport's community parks or along the Greenbelt, a walking and biking trail. Works may be available for purchase but may not be removed until the end of the contracted period. Up to eight works will be selected for this exhibition.

This year's focus will be Land Art in conjunction with the 250-year anniversary (or semi-quincentennial) of the founding of the United States of America. We encourage artists to consider the heritage and history of the land, or to submit pieces that interact playfully with the ground.

Examples of land art include work which connects to the history of our nation or region, honoring or sharing stories of local indigenous tribes, sculpture which seems to rise in and/or out of the ground, and sculpture which reflects the surrounding space.

Eligibility: Open to all professional artists over the age of 18. 10 foot height maximum for sculptures.

Exhibition: 24 months, April 2026 – April 2028.

Stipend: $2,000

Deadline: Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on November 17, 2025 (no late applications will be accepted).

Contact:
Linore Huss, Public and Community Arts Program Leader
Renaissance Center
1200 East Center St
Kingsport, TN 37660

Phone: 423-392-8416

E-mail: linorehuss@kingsporttn.gov

Eligibility: Open to all professional artists over the age of 18. 10 foot height maximum for sculptures.

Exhibition: 24 months. April 2026 – April 2028

Stipend: Each artist who is selected for the exhibition will receive a $2,000 stipend per artist/piece. Selected artists are responsible for transportation to and from the site, and are encouraged to be on site to oversee installation. Most installation costs regarding site prep will not be the responsibility of the artist.

Purchases: Art may be open to public purchase with a 20% commission to the City of Kingsport if sold while on display with the City of Kingsport or six months thereafter (outlined in the artist agreement if selected).

Deadline: Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on November 17, 2025 (no late applications will be accepted).

Timeline:
November 17                                                  Deadline for application materials
January 19                                              Artist Notification
April (dates TBD) by appointment           Installation Dates
April (dates TBD)                                                  Sculpture Walk / Reception

For more information about this year’s Sculpture Walk, please visit artskingsport.org or call 423-392-8416.