Seeking multiple large and small scale sculptures for public outdoor exhibition April 2009-April 2011 for 2nd Brighton Biennial Sculpture Exhibition in Brighton, MI.  Artists located in or near Michigan will receive special consideration, but all submissions will be reviewed.  No application fee.  Electronic submissions strongly preferred.  Sponsored by the Brighton Arts & Culture Commission and the City of Brighton.

Following the success of the 1st Brighton Biennial Sculpture Exhibit, the time has come to shake up the city and introduce a fresh batch of sculptural art.  Applications are being accepted now through mid-November for the 2nd Brighton Biennial Sculpture Exhibit.  The installation is set for completion in April 2009 and will be on display through April 2011.  Of the 28 sculptures exhibited in the first biennial, six of them were purchased for public use.
 
“Bob” by Chido Johnson was a part of the 1st Brighton Biennial Sculpture Exhibit.  The citizens of Brighton were so charmed by his goofy smile that Mayor Kate Lawrence, residents Eugene Juergens, Bob Herbst and Piet Lindhout and the Principal Shopping District teamed up to pay the $4800 bounty on Bob’s head, so to speak.  Upon purchasing the sculpture they generously donated Bob to their beloved city for all to enjoy.  He is now a permanent resident!  You can visit him anytime at the corner of Main St & Grand River Ave in Brighton, MI - right in front of CVS.

Bob by Chido Johnson
 
The 2nd Biennial will follow in similar fashion, with an added emphasis on using the sculptures to educate people of all ages about many aspects of the art from how it’s made to what it means.  Emerging artists are strongly encouraged to apply, as there is no application fee.  This could be a great opportunity to put work on public display.
 
More information about the exhibit, the city of Brighton, and the application can be found by visiting http://biennial.tumblr.com or contact brightonsculpture@gmail.com. Notification of acceptance December 1, 2008.