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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-12-16 Public Art Advisory Board Agenda Packet CITY OF DANIA BEACH PUBLIC ART ADVISORY BOARD - AGENDA NW CONFERENCE ROOM/ CITY HALL 100 W DANIA BEACH BLVD MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2024 – 5:00 P.M. I. ROLL CALL II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) Approval of Minutes of the Public Art Advisory Board from the October 21, 2024 Board meeting. III. PRESENTATION/DISCUSSION a) Parks and Recreation: Concepts for Sculpture at CW Thomas b) Lead with Love Mural Project IV. ACTION ITEMS a) PA-054-24 Public Art Installation for CW Thomas Park b) Public Art Maintenance and Conservation agreement c) Ignite Sponsorship recommendations V. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATES a) Anniversary Celebration b) Creative Visions Call: Commission Meeting January 28, 2025 c) Percent for Art Increase: P&Z Meeting January 15, 2025 d) 2025 Meeting dates review VI. MEETING ADJOURNED CITY OF DANIA BEACH PUBLIC ART ADVISORY BOARD MEETING – MINUTES REGULAR MEETING / NW CONFERENCE RM – CITY HALL 100 W DANIA BEACH BLVD MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2024 – 5:00 P.M. I. ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order at approximately 5:05PM by Chair Kelly Sharaby. Board Clerk Ibel Larios called the roll and explained the reasons for non-attendance tonight for the three absent board members. Discussions/actions noted below were not limited to what was typed. Board Members Staff Chair Kelly Sharaby Present Community Development Director Eleanor Norena, CFM Attended Co-Chair Lilli Schipper Present Board Clerk Ibel Larios Attended Joanna Granett Absent Meaghan Kent Absent Others Marc Aptakin Present Commissioner Joyce Davis, Commission Liaison Attended Jennifer Gironda Present Planning Art Consultant, Dr. Linda Flynn and Attended Lloyd Goradesky Absent Planning Art Consultant Rosario Psy Attended Motion was made by Chair Sharaby to excuse the absence for Board Member Granett, Board Member Kent and Board Member Goradesky was seconded by Board Member Aptakin. Motion passed 4-0. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) Approval of Minutes of the Public Art Advisory Board (PAAB) from the September 16, 2024 meeting. Approval of the minutes was heard right before the 6:01PM adjournment. Motion was made by Co-Chair Schipper to approve the minutes of the September 16, 2024 PAAB Meeting as typed and was seconded by Board Member Aptakin. Motion passed 4-0. III. ACTION ITEMS a) Creative Visions: Dania Beach Public Art Initiative Planning Art Consultant Dr. Linda Flynn presented this action item with a PowerPoint slideshow explaining that this was an open call. The Public Art Advisory Board (PAAB) would invite Florida-based artists and creative professionals to propose fresh new ideas focusing on innovative contemporary, interactive, and technically-enhanced public concepts on dynamic, short-term expressions for open public spaces throughout Dania Beach. Permanent installations might be considered but the open call was more about vibrancy and activation. She explained the objectives of this program which would broaden the scope of the definition of public art showing that it was not just sculpture and would expand ideas. She explained how different cities accomplished this. Dr Flynn also questioned if the Board wanted to open this up to national artists with an explanation of what their collaborative requirement would be. She said that the Public Art Advisory Board Meeting - Minutes 2 October 21, 2024 open call would be about three months long and then we would narrow down the submittals to five projects to be recommended to the Commission. She called for discussions, questions, ideas and/or revisions. Board Member Aptakin asked about the requirement for collaboration between non-Florida and Florida-based artists. He asked if a non-Florida artist would have to come work here for a few months and then leave. Dr. Flynn answered that the correct wording would denote Florida-based living or working. Commissioner Davis asked for clarity if someone from outside of Florida would be required to work with someone who was local enabling the collaboration and she was answered in the affirmative. Board Member Aptakin gave an example of a previous collaborative experience and how that worked out. Dr. Flynn explained that they wanted to make sure that it was not just visual artists. Different scenarios were suggested for various sectors such as tri-county, city, etc. and Co-Chair Schipper liked tri-county. Dr. Flynn said that if we liked a particular proposal from a local artist and we see an opportunity, we could make the suggestion to partner with another city, county, non-profit, etc. Commissioner Davis wanted to know that once the three-month call timeframe ended, how would the artists be presented to the Board. Dr. Flynn explained the selection process including the consideration for funding and then the Board’s recommendation of five projects to the Commission. Board Member Aptakin asked if we have to ask for anything specific and Dr. Flynn answered an estimated budget. She asked the board members to email her some of their ideas and/or places around the City for these art projects by the end of the week. Board Member Aptakin felt the Patch would be a great idea. Commissioner Davis said that they have the beach covered and to think about places in the City that did not get acknowledgment. She wanted to know the timeline for details and discussion ensued. Dr. Flynn asked if the Board wanted the submittal window for three months or to maybe make it two months. If we had it out January and February, we could review it at the March 2025 meeting. We should review it by those projects that would not take that much planning and those that would require much planning. Community Development Director Norena reminded that they had to have all the insurance estimates (e.g., liability, worker’s comp, etc.) for the insurance requirements transparency and the artist would know what the City’s expectations would be. Motion was made by Co-Chair Schipper to recommend approval to the City Commission of the Creative Visions Call to Artists which was seconded by Board Member Aptakin. Motion passed 4-0. b) Ignite 2025 Sponsorship Board Member Aptakin announced that the event days were changed to Friday, February 14, 2025 through Sunday, February 23, 2025. Director Norena said that there would still be shuttle service but instead of the two Dania locations they had last time for this event, in 2025 they were looking to incorporate locations in Fort Lauderdale (Esplanade Park) and Hollywood (Arts Park - Young Circle). The cost of the shuttle service would increase to approximately $12,000 but the City would only pay around $6,000 for the two locations in Dania and not for the locations in Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood. She wanted to be clear on how the other roughly $6,000 would be paid and Board Member Aptakin would find out. He spoke about some of the displays in event areas and that good artists were coming from all over. He explained for safety reasons, where he planned to have presentations A contingency plan was in place in case this was changed. There would be things like LED presentations, various artist presentations, etc. There would be some really grand pieces and Berklee College of Music in Massachusetts was sending some performers down for two performances on the last weekend. Director Norena said that for last year’s event, they sponsored $10,000 for monetary contribution, and their in-kind contribution was for the shuttle and the garage. Board Member Aptakin temporarily left the meeting at about 5:32PM during board discussions as he was involved with Ignite. Dr. Flynn initiated a discussion about Broward County and Xavier Cortada. She said that they were informed by the County that it was still on hold as they were deciding if they wanted to do a partnership like this. Dr. Flynn thought that if Dania wanted a piece by that artist, they could just commission it. As Public Art Advisory Board Meeting - Minutes 3 October 21, 2024 they were not getting an answer back from the County regarding this, to maybe inform the County that we would like to move forward on our own, as the $40,000 was not spent and was still there. We could tell the County to consider us for the future and we could invite the artist to Creative Visions. We could ask the artist to submit a proposal to us. Chair Sharaby suggested increasing their donation/sponsorship this year for Ignite. She spoke about maybe $20,000 or even $15,000 monetary sponsorship for Ignite 2025 plus increase the in-kind donation as well. Commissioner Davis wanted to be clear about the monetary donation and the in-kind donation and what that total amount would be. She reminded that even social media had a cost in this. She wanted to have the correct total amount of what the Board wanted to spend and then it would have to be approved by the Commission. Discussion ensued for $20,000 monetary donation and up to $10,000 in-kind donation. We have to ensure that the City would receive the proper name recognition for their sponsorship and that we need the sponsorship list from Board Member Aptakin. Commissioner Davis supported an increase in sponsorship/donation for this event and felt that this event put us on the map in the “art game”. Board Member Aptakin was asked to rejoin the meeting approximately 5:48PM. They discussed meeting dates to try to finalize things but nothing was decided until the rest of the Board would be contacted to see their availability to ensure a quorum for a special meeting. He was informed about their need for a copy of the sponsorship list. Dr. Flynn informed Board Member Aptakin that the recommendation was $20,000 cash from the Public Art Fund and not more than $10,000 for in-kind/City services (shuttle and BSO for the event). Without objection, it was decided that this item was not to be voted on tonight and would be continued to the next PAAB Meeting on December 16, 2024. c) Increased Contribution to Public Art Fees (from private development) This request was for an amendment to the City’s Public Art Impact Fee from half of one percent (0.05%) to one percent (1.00%) of total construction costs. This would bring it more in line with best practices. Motion was made by Co-Chair Schipper to recommend approval to the City Commission for increasing the City’s Public Art Fee from half of one percent (0.05%) to one percent (1.00%) of total construction costs which was seconded by Board Member Gironda. Motion passed 4-0. Dr. Flynn said this would go before the Commission but there would be two readings. Director Norena explained that there were thresholds with the minimum fee being $5,000 and the maximum fee was $250,000. IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS a) Donations for Veterans Park at City Hall *For the record, this item was called out of order and heard after all Administrator Updates on the agenda were discussed. Then Chair Sharaby spoke about the Dania Beach Improvement Committee. She said they donate and do fund raisers, etc. to help Dania Beach. The committee wanted to do a mural by Veterans Park. In honor of the veterans, they wanted to either donate a mural and/or a monument sculpture. They just started the process. Without objection, this item would be continued to the next PAAB Meeting on December 16th. V. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATES a) Anniversary Celebration Updates Planning Art Consultant Dr. Linda Flynn explained that this project was moving forward as they continue working on it. Public Art Advisory Board Meeting - Minutes 4 October 21, 2024 b) November 2024 meeting is cancelled. Planning Art Consultant Dr. Linda Flynn explained that it was cancelled due to the Special Commission Meeting on November 18, 2024. c) 2025 Meeting Dates Planning Art Consultant Dr. Linda Flynn explained that there were changes, so the list of meeting dates would be sent out electronically. Board Member Aptakin said he could not attend the February 24, 2025 meeting. *Director Norena reminded to speak about donations for Veterans Park at City Hall under Discussion Items on the agenda (see page 3 of these minutes). VI. MEETING ADJOURNED The meeting was adjourned but called back to order due to the unfinished business of approving the September 16, 2024 minutes. After approving the September minutes and all business was concluded, without objection the meeting was adjourned at approximately 6:01P.M. ATTEST: ______________________________ _______________________________________ IBEL LARIOS KELLY SHARABY, CHAIR BOARD CLERK PUBLIC ART ADVISORY BOARD (Date) (Date) For more details regarding this meeting of the Public Art Advisory Board, please request a file of the meeting by calling Deborah Sabino at (954) 924-6805 x3643 or emailing dsabino@daniabeachfl.gov. City of Dania Beach, Florida Department of Community Development Planning and Zoning Division (954) 924-6805 X3792 Public Art Development Application Date Rec’d: _______________ Petition No.: ______________ Please check one option below:  Artwork will be placed on City-owned property.  Artwork will be placed on privately owned property. Applicant Name: _____________________________________________________________________ Organization (if applicable): _____________________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________________Email: _____________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________________ Proposed Art: _________________________________________________________________ Address of proposed location: ____________________________________________________ Property Owner Name: __________________________________________________________ Type of Art (i.e., sculpture, integrated, functional, etc.): ________________________________ Is the proposed Artwork (Check one):  temporary (less than 12 months)  permanent (more than 12 months) Submittal Checklist (the following documentation must be included) • Site plan showing the location of the proposed artwork and a narrative statement demonstrating that the artwork will be displayed in a public place. • Conceptual artwork design proposal, including dimensions, orientation of artwork within the site, materials, and budget for the artwork. • Appraised value of pre-existing artwork as determined by a licensed appraiser. • Written description of proposed public art including the artist’s narrative • Artist’s biography or resume • Implementation timeline • Maintenance and conservation plan for the artwork and a statement from the owner that they will be responsible for maintenance and conservation. I certify the statements or information made on any paper or plans submitted herewith are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I consent to the City of Dania Beach, FL to publish, copy or reproduce any copyrighted documents submitted as a part of this application for any third party. I further agree to all terms and conditions which may be imposed as part of the approval of this application. ________________________________ ___________________________________ (Name - type, stamp or print clearly) (Signature) City of Dania Beach 954-924-6800 ext 3731 cwaren@daniabeachfl.gov Cassi Waren 100 W Dania Beach Blvd., Dania Beach, FL 33004 CW Thomas Park :800 NW 2 ST DANIA BEACH FL 33004 City of Dania Beach Sculpture Cassi Waren 12/06/24 PA-054-24 CW Thomas Park and Community Center Art Sculpture This sculpture, “Rise Above”, is a representation of growth, transformation, and the endless possibilities of personal and collective evolution. By portraying the dolphins in a fluid, upward motion, I sought to capture the idea of rising above challenges and embracing life’s journey. Their movement toward the surface symbolizes not only physical ascent but also emotional development—a path of self-discovery. The interaction among the figures highlights the importance of community and mutual support, emphasizing that growth is a shared experience. The upward trajectory serves as a reminder of the ongoing process of overcoming obstacles and striving for our fullest potential. This sculpture invites viewers to reflect on their own growth, to find joy in the journey, and to embrace the beauty of upward movement in their lives. My sculptures are made from old tools, recycled metal, and scraps of metal because I embrace the idea of simple living and conserving and recycling our resources. Not only do my sculptures have that green quality about them, these elements make the sculptures one-of-a-kind, and are ideal for every age group. Children are fascinated with my sculptures because every time they look at them they see something new. They enjoy pointing out all the different elements and even play eye-spy as they search for things that they recognize. Adults, both young and old, can enjoy the modern take on ordinary items as well, while relating to the tools and items they have used that are hidden within. Every time you look at the sculpture a new discovery is made. I have included a sketch for the sculpture I am proposing. It will be 12 feet tall and the width and depth will be between 8-10 feet The dolphins will be lifesize at around 7 feet each The price is $55K I have included some examples of style of art so you can see it more in detail Faducci LLC Solomon Bassoff & Domenica Mottarella PO Box 923 North San Juan CA. 95960 530.913.9843 info@faducci.com Project Narrative for City of Dania Beach Community Center Faducci proposes two options for the City of Dania Beach Community Center. The dolphin(s) are mounted on a rock and wave form. The glass mosaic is an iridescent glass from Italy. The glass has a wonderful reflective character that is exciting to view during the daytime and very dramatic at night when lit up. • Physical Image: Faducci sculptures are constructed with a steel armature covered with hand-sculpted concrete. The dolphin(s) will be concrete covered with iridescent glass and the wave form with be pigmented concrete. • Notations a. Texture of concrete is hand sculpted. Every surface is touched by the artist’s hand, which is reflected in the surface texture. b. Sculpture designed to be viewed from all angles 360 degrees. c. Interior steel coated to prevent rust and corrosion. d. Concrete is sealed for durability and graffiti resistance e. Pigmented integral color. f. Proposal includes design, execution, delivery and installation (not foundation) • Dimensions: (approximate measurements) Proposal 1 6’ wide x 4’deep x 12’ tall Proposal 2 9’ wide x 5’ deep x 12’ tall . Dania Beach RFP Jessica Bell LLC Jessica Bell 1508 McKee St Dallas TX 75215 716-471-9481 JessLBell.com Dear Ms.Cassi Waren, I hope this letter finds you well.I am writing to express my interest in the CW Thomas Park public art opportunity as part of the park improvement project.With my experience in public art,I am passionate about designing art that reflects the unique character and spirit of the community it resides in. For this project,I have developed two distinct designs,each tailored to enhance the aesthetic experiences of the park while embodying the vibrant energy of Dania Beach.My work is known for its use of fun,bright colors,which align perfectly with the vision for this public art project. I have attached the designs for your review and am available to provide any additional information or clarification as needed.I am excited about the opportunity to collaborate with you and the City of Dania Beach to bring this vision to life. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Jessica Bell Public and Community Artist jessicalbell@hotmail.com Public Art Proposal for CW Thomas Park Improvement Project Artist:Jessica Bell Project Title:Dolphin Dance Dimensions:Approximately 8 feet tall by 4 feet wide Materials:Fiberglass, Powder-coated Steel Project Description: The proposed sculpture,Dolphin Dance,is designed to capture the dynamic energy and coastal spirit of Dania Beach.The piece features two blue fiberglass dolphins positioned in an elegant,fluid motion,evoking a sense of movement and playfulness.The dolphins are intricately crafted to convey a sense of grace and agility, symbolizing the vibrant marine life that defines the area. Wrapping around the dolphins is a hot pink,powder-coated steel ribbon.This ribbon weaves through the composition in a continuous,flowing form,adding both visual contrast and energy to the design.The ribbon boldly reads "Dania Beach,"ensuring the sculpture is not only an artwork but also a visual identifier for the community.The use of a vibrant,playful color palette aligns with my artistic style,which emphasizes fun,engaging,and interactive public art that brings joy to the community. The entire sculpture rests on a sturdy navy blue base,providing stability while complementing the overall color scheme.The total dimensions of the piece are approximately 8 feet tall by 4 feet wide,making it a visually striking centerpiece for the park.The sculpture will be made from durable materials—fiberglass and powder-coated steel—ensuring its longevity and resistance to outdoor elements,while maintaining its aesthetic integrity over time. Significance: Dolphin Dance reflects the essence of Dania Beach,drawing inspiration from its marine environment and community identity,highlighting the football team’s mascott.The dolphins,a symbol of joy and freedom,mirror the coastal lifestyle and the connection between the community and the ocean.The pink ribbon adds an artistic flair and a sense of pride with the bold "Dania Beach"lettering,celebrating the city as a vibrant destination. This sculpture is designed not only to beautify the park but also to serve as an landmark for residents and visitors.Its engaging design will create photo opportunities and become a memorable part of the park's visual landscape. Materials and Durability: ●Dolphins:Blue fiberglass,chosen for its durability,lightness,and resistance to weather conditions. ●Ribbon:Hot pink powder-coated steel,ensuring long-term durability,rust resistance, and vibrant color retention. ●Base:Navy blue powder-coated steel,providing stability and complementing the sculpture’s overall aesthetic. Installation Plan: The sculpture will be securely installed on a concrete foundation,anchored by the navy blue base.The materials have been selected with the long-term sustainability of the piece in mind, ensuring the sculpture withstands outdoor conditions,including Florida's heat,humidity,and storms. Conclusion: Dolphin Dance will serve as a captivating focal point for CW Thomas Park,reflecting both the natural beauty and the lively spirit of Dania Beach.Through this proposal,I aim to create a sculpture that resonates with the community,inspires interaction,and stands as a testament to the unique character of the area. Public Art Proposal for CW Thomas Park Improvement Project Artist:Jessica Bell Project Title:Waves of Dania Dimensions:Approximately 6 feet tall by 3 feet wide Materials:Powder-coated Steel Project Description: The second proposed sculpture,Waves of Dania, offers a sleek,modern design that reflects the dynamic energy of Dania Beach while incorporating elements of the city’s branding (colors).The sculpture features a hollow navy blue dolphin,crafted from powder-coated steel rods, skillfully molded into the iconic shape of the dolphin in a minimalist and elegant style. The open structure of the dolphin creates a sense of lightness and transparency, allowing viewers to see through the form,creating an interactive experience from multiple angles. The dolphin is accompanied by a series of hot pink steel waves with intricate decorative cut-outs that bring texture and movement to the composition.The stylized waves are designed to evoke the coastal essence of Dania Beach,reinforcing the community’s connection to the ocean and its marine life.These decorative cut-outs will allow light to pass through the sculpture,casting playful shadows on the ground during different times of the day,further enhancing its visual appeal. The entire sculpture is mounted on a bright blue powder-coated steel base that reads “DB”for Dania Beach.The letters "DB"will be cut out in a clean,modern font (that matches the city’s branding),adding a sense of identity to the artwork.The base ties the entire piece together and provides a strong,stable foundation while maintaining the bright and fun aesthetic in line with the city’s branding. Significance: Waves of Dania represents the harmony between the natural beauty of the beach and the vibrant energy of the community.The dolphin,a symbol of joy and freedom,reflects Dania Beach’s football team’s mascot,while the modern and minimalist design aligns with the city’s vision for contemporary public art.The use of bright colors like bright blue and hot pink complements the city's branding,creating a cohesive and recognizable public art piece that speaks directly to the residents and visitors of Dania Beach. This sculpture is designed to be both visually striking and interactive,encouraging people to walk around and engage with it from different angles.The play of light and shadow created by the cut-outs in the waves adds an element of surprise and wonder,making the piece come to life throughout the day. Materials and Durability: ●Dolphin Structure:Navy blue powder-coated steel rods,designed for durability and long-term exposure to outdoor elements.The hollow form adds a sense of openness while maintaining strength. ●Waves:Hot pink powder-coated steel with decorative cut-outs,adding visual interest while resisting weathering and fading. ●Base:Bright blue powder-coated steel with cut-out "DB"lettering,serving as a stable foundation and providing branding for Dania Beach. All materials are chosen for their durability,ensuring the sculpture will withstand Florida’s environmental conditions,including humidity,sunlight,and potential storm exposure.The powder coating adds a protective layer to prevent rust and maintain the vibrancy of the colors. Installation Plan: The sculpture will be securely installed on a reinforced concrete foundation,anchored through the base to ensure long-term stability.The installation will comply with all local safety and structural requirements,with particular attention to making the piece safe for public interaction. Conclusion: Waves of Dania is a contemporary,visually engaging sculpture designed to reflect both the natural beauty and the vibrant community spirit of Dania Beach.Its clean,modern aesthetic and bright,bold colors create an inviting and recognizable public art piece that will enhance the park’s visual landscape.This sculpture not only aligns with the city’s branding but also encourages interaction and connection within the community. Jessica Bell Jesslbell.com Installations | Commissions 2024 - Zilker Point, Public Sculpture (Austin TX) - Route 66, Public Sculpture (Tulsa OK) - Generations Park, Public Sculpture (Bedford TX) - New Mexico Art in Public Places, Interior Installation (Deming NM) - Rotating Public Art Exhibition, Growth & Rest (Arlington TX) - Rotating Public Art Exhibition, Bond (Keller TX) - Rotating Public Art Exhibition, Bond 2 (Cleveland, MS) 2023 - Emory Hospital, Public Sculpture (Atlanta GA) - Eastern New Mexico University, Installation (Roswell NM) 2022 -Almi Fountain Place, Public Sculpture (Dallas TX) -Octopus Energy, Commission (London UK) 2021 - Glossed Installation, Octopus Energy, Galleria Dallas (Dallas TX) 2020 - 300 Balloons Installation, The Headington Group, Joule Hotel (Dallas TX) - Weavings, UTSW Medical Center (Dallas TX) 2016 - Deep Ellum Muralist (Dallas TX) Press 2023 - Dallas Morning News, article “A Safe Place for All” - Paper City Magazine, article “Queen of the Scene” 2022 - Glasstire.com, article “Top 5 Art Events” - Glasstire.com, article “South Dallas Cultural Center announces 2022 Juanita J. Craft Residency Recipients” - Metro Texas News, article "Juanita Craft Artist Residency" 2021 - Good Morning Texas, artist interview about "Glossed" - CW33 Morning After, artist interview about "Glossed" - VisitDallas.com, feature of installation "Glossed" - Papercity.com, The Dallas Arts News You Need to Know This April - Fox4 News, Video feature of installation "Glossed" 2020 - Glasstire.com, 101 Black Artist Living and Working in Texas - Dallas Morning News, Joule Installation with Gossy & Headington Company - D Magazine, Joule Installation with Gossy & Headington Company - Art & Seek, Joule Installation with Gossy & Headington Company 2018 -D Magazine, Catching A Glimpse of Art in Dallas, Listed black female artist ready for breakout show 2017 -Truth Net Media, Artist Interview, Some Shades of Black Awards | Grants | Residencies 2024 - Highland Hills Community Artist Residency, Dallas TX - City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Community Arts Program Artist - Grant-City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Sustainable Art Artist Residency 2023 - Public Art Roster for Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona - Public Art Roster for the City of Sarasota Public Art Program - Grant-City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Culture of Value, Rest - Grant-City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Arts Activate Grant, Art Expression - City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Community Arts Program Artist - Grant-City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Summer Artist Residency 2022 - Ft Worth Public Art Prequalified List of Established Artist - Juanita J. Craft Artist Residency - Grant-City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Arts Activate Grant, Calm + Art 2021 - San Antonio Ethnic Art Society awards 2021 Art Grant - Pricilla Art Club Emerging Black Woman Artist Award - Red Bull Micro Artist Grant 2020 - City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Arts Activate Grant, Art Anywhere - City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, CPP- Special Support Grant 2018 - City of Dallas Office of Arts and Cultural, CPP - Special Support Grant, Dipped in Art - City of Dallas Office of Arts and Cultural, CPP - Special Support Grant, Art for Everyone 2017 - City of Dallas Office of Arts and Cultural, CPP - Special Support Grant, Project Hope Solo Exhibitions 2024 - Museum of the Southwest (Midland TX) 2023 - 9th st Studio, Growth (Wichita Falls TX) 2022 - Janette Kennedy Gallery, Undefined (Dallas TX) 2016 - Deep Ellum Vertical Life, Solo Exhibition (Dallas TX) 2013 - Equal=Grounds, Abstract Expressions (Rochester NY) Group Exhibitions 2024 - New Sundermann Gallery, Arts Invitational (Dallas TX) - W. O. W. - Women's Outstanding Works (Morristown NJ) - Perspective 6 Gallery, “The Preview” Art Exhibition (Dallas TX) 2023 - Daisha Board Gallery (Dallas TX) - Cold Soda, the basement (Dallas TX) - McKinney Black History Month Art show and Exhibit (McKinney TX) 2022 - Latino Cultural Center, Art214 (Dallas TX) - 500x (Dallas TX) 2021 - Janette Kennedy Gallery, Small Works (Dallas TX) 2019 - Latino Cultural Center, Art214 (Dallas TX) 2018 - Oak Cliff Cultural Center, Virgin de Guadalupe (Dallas TX) - Carneal Simmons Contemporary Art, Complicit (Dallas TX) - Janette Kennedy Gallery, #MelaninPoppin (Dallas TX) - Vignette Art Fair (Dallas TX) - Latino Cultural Center, Art214 (Dallas TX) - Dwell with Dignity (Dallas TX) - South Dallas Cultural Center, Affirmations (Dallas TX) - Bath House Cultural Center, El Corazon (Dallas TX) 2017 - Janette Kennedy Gallery, Modern Day Prostitution (Dallas TX) - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery, Some -Shades of Black (Dallas TX) - New Sundermann Gallery, Exhibit Project Hope (Dallas TX) 2016 - Bath House Cultural Center, Loss a Series... Creating through Grief (Dallas TX) - Featured Artist, Dayl Charity Ball 2016 (Dallas TX) - Art Bazaar (Dallas, TX) - Deep Ellum Vertical Life, Minority Artist (Dallas TX) 2015 - Deep Ellum Floatomic, Minority Artist (Dallas TX) - Deep Ellum Genius Den, Women Artist (Dallas TX) 2012 - Black & White Interrupted (Rochester NY) - Accentric (Buffalo NY) 2009 - Ontario County Cultural Center, Interpretation of Shoe Art (Canandaigua NY) 2007 - International Pan-American Exposition Banner Exhibit (Buffalo NY and Slovakia) 2003-2005 - Dolce Valvo Art Center, Design Show (Sandborn NY) - Dolce Valvo Art Center, Honor Show (Sandborn NY) Education C.S. 2017 Southern Methodist University - Graphic Design C.A.S. 2012 SUNY Fredonia - TESOL C.S. 2011 Universitas Castellae - Spanish M.S.Ed 2009 SUNY New Paltz - Art Education B.S. 2007 Buffalo State College - Art Education A.S. 2003 Niagara County Community College - Fine Arts W.A.B.O. 2024 15’8’x8’ Powder Coated Steel and Acrylic Zilker Point, Austin TX, Dream 2023 6.5”x3.5”x15’ Powder coated steel with magnetic fabric pillows Jim Benedict & Lily Kuonen Public Art Team 2905 Dellwood Ave. Jacksonville, FL 32205 // prof.benedict@gmail.com // lilykuonen@gmail.com Jim Benedict LLC // 319.610.0351 // jimbenedict.com // @jim.benedict Lily Kuonen // 501.766.1268 // lilykuonen.com // @lilykuonen Public Art Proposal – Dania Beach CW Thomas Park & Community Center Description of Proposed Sculpture: For the Dania Beach park project Jim Benedict and Lily Kuonen (artist team) propose an iconic sculpture featuring the emanating rays of the Atlantic sunrise with swirling cresting waves, and a lively and playful jumping dolphin pod. These design elements celebrate the beauty and energy of beach life, and they symbolize community, family, adventure, harmony, optimism, and hope. The sunrays are designed to represent the “D” for Dania, and the wave form represents the “b” for beach. The dolphins celebrate the city’s football team. Dolphins jump for fun, to socialize, and navigate. The exuberant dolphin pod in the sculpture represents the connections of friends, family, and community fitting for the welcoming atmosphere of the park and the surrounding Dania Beach. The sculpture’s radiating sunrise depicts the awe-inspiring feelings of serenity found in the seaside splendor of dawn and it symbolizes a sense of optimism. The ocean waves tie the design together, representing the balance of nature and sense of adventure. The sculpture will feature a gradient of vivid colors, complementing cool and warm tones. The sculpture will serve as an inviting gathering place for photo opportunities and social media moments. The artist team was inspired by vintage beach designs from t-shirts and surfboards, incorporating a sense of nostalgia contributing to the prospects of tourism. The retro feeling blends iconic stylized imagery, timeless aesthetics, and cheerful colors. Proposed Title: Sun and Surf Sculpture Specifications: 10’ x 6.5’ x 4’ Coated fabricated aluminum About the Design and Fabrication Team: Public art creates a landmark of cultural identity for civic, pedestrian, and shared community spaces. Lily Kuonen & Jim Benedict are a Florida-based public art team, known for creating custom designs that are purposeful and transformative for the community. The team focuses on accessible and interactive projects that serve as welcoming points. Investment in public art reflects a community’s values. Kuonen & Benedict treat this investment responsibly and respectfully, as evidenced by the team’s 20+year background in public art, their creative works have been featured in over 25 states and 5 countries. Benedict & Kuonen are a comprehensive design and fabrication team. Public art requires a keen knowledge of materials and engineering specialties suited to this team. Together, Benedict & Kuonen have the proven skills necessary to collaborate with stakeholders, to design memorable and engaging sculptures that will serve as a scenic connection to the community. Throughout the public art process, the team is experienced in working with community members, facility leads, city officials, engineers, project managers, fabricators, and contractors to plan the safety, durability, and installation of artwork to align cultural and philanthropic efforts. They honor clear communication, maintain organization, and offer reliability and quality to uphold best practices and safety. The team embraces public arts’ ability to advocate, transform, Jim Benedict & Lily Kuonen Public Art Team 2905 Dellwood Ave. Jacksonville, FL 32205 // prof.benedict@gmail.com // lilykuonen@gmail.com Jim Benedict LLC // 319.610.0351 // jimbenedict.com // @jim.benedict Lily Kuonen // 501.766.1268 // lilykuonen.com // @lilykuonen promote equity, evoke and make memories, and serve as a foundation for a community’s well-being and growth. Kuonen & Benedict align vision with place-making. This May, at the welcome center for the Highlands Biological Station in North Carolina, they installed a bronze and stainless steel sculpture featuring a spiraling cascade of samara seed pods native to the region. Last fall they created a hospital’s organ donor memorial sculpture that featured signage and nameplates for a colorful canopy of acrylic glass leaves and butterflies with bronze trees to honor the gift of life. Recently in Frankfort, KY, they interacted with students from the local school to plan project themes, developing a bronze and stainless steel sculpture of a dragonfly atop river grasses. The team also produced a 16’ interactive kinetic sculpture for a public park, sponsored by Florida Blue. The design reflected the client’s mission of support & unity, and echoed elements of their brand identity. They have completed all previous projects on time, navigating supply chains to maintain a record of dedication and integrity with project expectations. Kuonen & Benedict have experience working with partners from civic, community, and cultural institutions to create innovative solutions for public art. 1 Community Foundation of Broward Introduction to the LEAD WITH LOVE Love Murals Initiative Overview of Community Foundation of Broward: Established 40 years ago, the Community Foundation of Broward (CFB) provides community leadership, fosters bold philanthropy, and builds a permanent resource to address Broward County’s most pressing challenges both now and in the future. Our mission is to elevate philanthropy and giving across the community, help people become more effective in their giving, provide leadership on key issues, and support nonprofit organizations in achieving excellence. CFB collaborates with individuals, families, and local organizations to create personalized charitable funds that drive transformative philanthropy. As a grantmaking public charity, CFB offers leadership and resources to support solutions that make Broward a better place to live. Our endowment ensures that we can continue to adapt and support our community for generations to come. The foundation manages over 532 funds and holds assets nearing $300 million. Throughout our history, we have granted more than $190 million and provided research and leadership on key issues such as AIDS, senior isolation, middle school achievement, transitional foster care support services for youth aging out of the system, environmental resilience, the arts, nonprofit capacity building, LGBT (Broward Pride), and disaster preparedness and response. 2 Our organization is guided by a 22-member board of directors, representing diverse aspects of Broward County. This ensures strong leadership, world-class operations, deep local knowledge, and a bold vision for growth and responsiveness. Community Foundation of Broward’s Commitment to the Arts: Our goal is to expand access to the arts for all residents, to elevate Broward’s vibrant arts community, and celebrate our community’s rich history and cultures. We want to embed the arts into the DNA of Broward in ways that ignite creativity and build community pride and identity. Since 2012, CFB has supported over 130 art and culture projects totaling more than $6M which includes gifts from Donor Advised Funds. A breakdown of the different category of projects we have supported includes: • Arts Education & Arts Therapy: 15 • Art Installations: 21 • Live Performances & Exhibits: 45 • Cultural Assets: 23 • Individual Artists: 35 During the pandemic, we focused on supporting projects that used arts as a tool or catalyst to heighten awareness, deepen knowledge, spark conversation and compassion, and mobilize action on social justice issues. As a result, our support established an arts residency program at the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLC) aimed at sparking community discourse. Another grant supported a short film titled Open Dialogues which amplifies black voices and their stories. The social justice focus helped to promote dialogue, involve and unite residents, encourage interaction, and nurture a sense of community pride while collaborating with professional artists. We have established a wonderful relationship with the Broward Cultural Division and are co- supporting the Artists In Innovation initiative for artists to explore new and experimental artwork. Also, we are working closely with Funding Arts Broward to learn more about the state of art organizations and how funders can be most helpful in lifting them up. A funding collaboration with Our Fund Foundation is helping LGBTQ+ organizations to build understanding and empathy among Broward’s residents related to the systemic injustices facing LGBTQ+ people. And we are extremely proud of our partnership with Business for the Arts, which inspired the Lead with Love mural project. Lead With Love Mural Motivation: In the spring of 2023, CFB was honored to have renowned artist and designer Cey Adams speak at our Legacy Society Luncheon. During his talk, Cey showcased a series of LOVE murals he had created in several major cities, including his hometown of New York and Philadelphia. The guests were captivated by these murals and his creative approach, which involves local artists and children in the process. As CFB celebrates its 40th anniversary and seeks to share a new message 3 with the community about the importance of philanthropy, we quickly embraced a familiar and powerful message: LOVE. Philanthropy means the LOVE of humanity. We felt this message was especially appropriate for our growing community. Broward is experiencing a record number of new residents, many attracted by the quality of life and financial benefits of an income tax-free state. It's essential to remind and inspire our new neighbors that, as residents, they too should consider how they can give back to this community, rather than just enjoying the fruits of others' hard work and vision. While there is a strong influx of wealth, many residents are struggling with rising cost of living, workforce challenges, and the pressures and complexities of mental health. Combined with a divisive, polarizing political landscape on both the national and state levels, we felt that LOVE might be the answer. We want to remind our community that by showing, giving, receiving, and LEADING WITH LOVE, we can become stronger, more resilient, and more united as friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues. Ultimately, we aim to inspire a movement in Broward to do what is right: to support others, to be kind, to share, to be patient, to demonstrate compassion, to listen, to learn, and to LOVE our community. This will help Broward grow and develop into a place where we all feel a greater sense of pride and belonging. Partners in the Endeavor: We are so proud to partner with Business for the Arts (BFA), whose mission is to engage the business community in the value that the arts bring to our quality-of-life fits beautifully with the objectives of this project. BFA has an established network of murals and art installations across Broward County and also a deep connection and partnership with the artist, Cey Adams. We also have several early supporters of this project including: 1. BBX Capital 2. Dara and Jarett Levan 3. Business for the Arts of Broward 4. Broward Cultural Division 5. FPL About the Artist: Cey Adams (American, b. 1962), New York City native and visionary artist, emerged from the downtown graffiti movement in the 80’s alongside fellow artists Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring. Adams served as the founding Creative Director of Def Jam Recordings where he “defined the visual culture of Hip-Hop” by creating the visual identities, album covers, logos and advertising campaigns for Run DMC, Beastie Boys, LL Cool J, Public Enemy, Notorious B.I.G., Jay-Z, and many more. He exhibits, lectures, and teaches art workshops at institutions including: The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, MoMA, Brooklyn Museum, Museum of 4 the City of New York, School of Visual Arts, Temple University, MoCA Los Angeles, Stanford University, Howard University, among others. He designed the award-winning Smithsonian Anthology of Hip-Hop and Rap (Smithsonian/Folkways), a box set including a 300-page book and 9 CD set; designed Def Jam Recordings: The First 25 Years of the Last Great Record Label (Rizzoli); and co-authored DEFinition: The Art and Design of Hip-Hop (Harper-Collins). Adams draws inspiration from 60’s pop art, vintage sign painting, and comics. His work focuses on themes including pop culture, brand identity, cultural, and community issues. He has collaborated with many global brands including Levi’s, Mattel, The Recording Academy, Apple, Bacardi, IDEO, Foot Locker, Converse, Pabst Blue Ribbon, YouTube, and Google. ceyadams.com Instagram @ceyadams Why we need your city! It is our partnership’s goal to have a pathway of LOVE murals across our entire community. Something that connects us together, inspires us, and reminds us to treasure and LOVE our community and the people in it. And that love and support include philanthropy: giving to support issues and causes that lift us up and enhance our beautiful quality of life. To execute this vision, we need locations and local support for these mural installations. That means the following: 1. A highly visible location 2. A wall that is clean and accessible for painting 3. A community that is excited to have this mural and will find ways to integrate into their own culture. 4. Local citizens and children are willing to come out and help paint! 5. A contribution of $10,000 to $20,000 towards the mural’s total cost, which is expected to be approximately $50,000 to $60,000, depending on size of wall and complexity of design. Please join us….as we Lead with LOVE across Broward. Public Art Works Inc 14912 SE 61st Ave Hawthorne, FL 32640 US 7726470112 info@publicartinc.com https://www.publicartinc.com Estimate ADDRESS Linda Flynn ESTIMATE #1147 DATE 10/14/2024 DATE ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION QTY RATE AMOUNT Services Conservation Maintenance - Art and Soul Mural -Wash annually with ph neutral non detergent soap -Rinse with low pressure filter water *We can lend recommendations for reapplication of graphitti protective coatings as needed. 1 1,100.00 1,100.00 Services Conservation Maintenance - Color by Sky Mural -Wash annually with ph neutral non detergent soap -Rinse with low pressure filter water *We can lend recommendations for reapplication of graphitti protective coatings as needed. 1 1,100.00 1,100.00 Services Conservation Maintenance - Let Love Guide Your Way -Wash sculpture with PH neutral / Biodegradable soap -Remove stains, algae and animal waste -Pressure wash concrete pad -Seal sculpture with Hydrophobic Coating (like wax) -High resolution photos and documentation 1 1,900.00 1,900.00 Services Conservation Maintenance - Looking Forward Mural (lg) -Wash annually with ph neutral non detergent soap -Rinse with low pressure filter water 1 2,500.00 2,500.00 DATE ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION QTY RATE AMOUNT *We can lend recommendations for reapplication of graphitti protective coatings as needed. Services Conservation Maintenance - See It Live it Love it -Wash annually with ph neutral non detergent soap -Rinse with low pressure filter water *We can lend recommendations for reapplication of graphitti protective coatings as needed. 1 1,000.00 1,000.00 Services Conservation Maintenance - Totor -Wash sculpture with PH neutral / Biodegradable soap -Remove stains, algae and animal waste -Pressure wash concrete pad -Seal sculpture with Hydrophobic Coating (like wax) -High resolution photos and documentation 1 1,600.00 1,600.00 Services Conservation Maintenance - Children Reading (bronze) -Wash with PH neutral/nondetergent soap and filtered water -Remove Iron water and rust stains around base -Torch dry bronze -Seal with metal wax -Polish/detail -High resolution photos and documentation 1 800.00 800.00 The following estimate is for “Conservation Maintenance” of the “City of Dania Beach Public Art Collection” (8 artworks). The Dania collection is quoted with our standard yearly maintenance recommendations. We advise that the artworks near City Hall specifically be cleaned more frequently than others to maintain a “like new” appearance. If the budget permits, we can arrange for extra site visits for key signature pieces. Murals are quoted by square foot and ease of access. The estimate includes all materials to properly clean and seal the mural paint. We use 1 coat “Mural Shield” and 1-2 coats of “Worlds Best Graphitti Coating” (nontoxic, permeable anti-graphitti defense) once per year depending on location and public engagement). Note: Maintenance does not include the cost of restoration. Any artwork in need of repair must be quoted separately. SUBTOTAL 10,000.00 TAX 0.00 TOTAL $10,000.00 Thank you. Accepted By Accepted Date