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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-17-2008 Public Art Advisory Committee Agenda Public Art Advisory Committee Thursday, January 17, 2008 3:00PM City Hall Lobby Conference Room 410 E. Washington St. A. Call to order B. Public discussion of any item not on the agenda C. Consideration of the minutes of the December 6, 2007 meeting D. Discussion on revised proposal and budget for BJ Katz proposal for Robert A Lee Recreation Center Pool Wall Project. See attached. E. Discussion regarding future projects of Public Art Program - see attached memo. F. Committee time/updates G. Adjournment MINUTES PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2007 MEETING ROOM A, ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER PRELIMINARY Members Present: Emily Carter-Walsh, Mark Seabold, DaLayne Williamson, Patrick Carney, Terry Trueblood, Rick Fosse Members Absent: Emily Martin Staff Present: Marcia Klingaman, Jeff Davidson, Mike Moran Public Present: Holly Burkowitz CALL TO ORDER Seabold called the meeting to order at 3:05 PM. PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA Holly Burkowitz presented several ideas for the Public Art Committee to consider. She would like to see an lowa-themed mural painted onto the side of the Qwest Building. She envisions the creation of Iowa City as the City of Murals, similar to Kansas City's claim to the City of Fountains. She suggested adding a stained glass element to the University Art Building. The committee noted that the University would be the appropriate contact for that suggestion. She also suggested that a botanical garden component would be a nice addition to City Park. CONSIDERATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 1, 2007 MEETING MOTION: Fosse moved to approve the minutes with minor corrections; Trueblood seconded. The motion passed 9:0. PRESENTATION OF PROPOSALS FOR ROBERT A. LEE SWIMMING POOL WALL I. SAXE-PATTERSON Hank Saxe and Cynthia Patterson focused on technical considerations of the building (moisture, lighting, materiality, etc.) when developing their concept. They thought about water and landscaping in the Midwest and how water is depicted in art. They noted that there is a rhythmic representation in wave patterns, water rivulets, and waterfalls. They were inspired by Grant Wood's renderings of Iowa's landscape (rolling hills, patterns of plowing). They took these concepts and incorporated them into the pattern of ceramic tiles. The line created by the building's heating element will act as the art piece's horizontal line. The treatments will be cement based. The tiles will be attached to boards. There will be striations and contour lines on the tiles to represent hills and plowing, which will be reminiscent of Grant Wood's artwork. Coral, crinoids, and hexagenarian patterns will be reminiscent of Iowa's geological past. Water molecules (water "babies") will break up the horizontal landscape and will utilize the vacant space above the heating element. These could be constructed of fiberglass discs of 2-4 ft. in diameter. These could also be executed in ceramic tile up to 18" in diameter. The artists are conscientious of the amount of weight that can be placed on the wall. Glass tiles weigh approximately 1.5-2 Ibs. per linear foot. The committee asked how much of the wall would be covered in tile. The artist suggested that to reduce costs they bring in both hand made and commercially available materials. A typical tile project might cost $400 per square foot, which would include installation fees. Costs could be dramatically reduced by covering only 10-15% of the pool wall with hand made tile. The artists foresee approximately 30% wall coverage with entire concept design. The committee questioned if the artists will consider using paint effects to address the negative space. They said they would use paint effects (not faux painting, but definitely color blocks). The committee questioned whether or not the material will become brittle over time and if it is similar to pool tile. Saxe noted that the tile is highly stable. The artist has used this type of tile in pool projects before. The material they have chosen is chemically resistant. II. TJ. MOBERG, STOHBEEN AND LUCHSINGER TJ. presented three concepts via conference phone. The third concept presented was the artwork of Stohbeen and Luchsinger. Concept 1: Arrangement A. $150,000 This piece is a series of divers representing different diving poses. The figures will be life sized 3-D. They will be carved out of foam and covered in epoxy resin. There will be a total of 12 figures representing different race, age, gender. The figures will be placed at various heights across the pool wall. He'll create 20 figure concepts for the committee to choose the final 12. He is flexible and is willing to collaborate with the committee to determine what the figures will look like. Concept 1: Arrangement B. $150,000 Arrangement B is the same concept as Arrangement A with the difference of the placement of the divers on the pool wall. These will all be diving from the same height across the wall. Concept 2: This is Life.....Jump in With Both Feet $160,000 Similar to concept 1, this piece is a series of professional figures (fireman, ballplayer, policeman) jumping into the pool. TJ. will place these figures at least 10 ft. up the wall. He will consult with engineers for installation. Each figure will weigh approximately 50 Ibs. The committee asked if the cost estimate includes installation. He indicated that it will; the only cost not covered is the demolition of acoustical tiles and any lighting. Concept 3: Artwork of Stohbeen and Luchsinger $200,000 The images were done on a computer and represent "original" prints. They will be printed on ceramic tile. The $200,000 fee includes installation. There will be close to 2000 tiles. The area near the heating element will be painted. The project will use inks with a 150 year rating. The artists are flexible and easy to work with regarding the design. The weight of the tiles is unknown. III. B.J. KATZ AND DEREK NADEAU B.J.'s art is kiln cast glass. Derek presented on behalf of B.J. two options of varying color and placement patterns. Derek brought in a sample of azure colored glass for the committee to see. The glass will have a fluid, water-like texture. A chrome/mirror paint will be applied to the back. This makes the texture come alive. The pattern will flow from one panel to the next. The piece will be viewed from only one side. Natural light will hit it during the day; as the natural light changes, it will appear as though the piece is alive and moving. The glass plates will be mounted with 4" standoffs. The glass will be tempered (5x stronger than untempered glass) and will meet safety regulations. The total display will cover 80x5 feet of wall space. There will be 4-6 solid steel standoffs per panel. These are almost invisible once installed. Each panel will weigh approximately 80 Ibs. There is no cost difference between %" and 3/8", however, the %" will weigh more. The committee asked if the artist will provide lighting. Derek noted that B.J. wasn't planning on adding a lighting element. He suggested that simple track lighting with quartz halogen would be attractive and inexpensive. He noted that acoustical tile would be left in place. The artist wasn't sure how to handle it. The committee asked via conference call if B.J. would be willing to use the colors for option 1 and the placement for option 2. She has no preference and would be willing to work with the committee. IV. MARIA MIJARES Maria was unable to present her concept plan. The committee noted that her idea was very interesting; however, it was not affordable. V. BAO PHAM Bao was not present to present his proposal. His proposal will cost $48,000. The committee questioned whether his piece related well to the space. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSALS The committee noted that B.J.'s piece comes closest to the budget, which stands at $80-$85,000. They noted that there may be potential cost increases with T.J.'s proposal. It was decided that without fundraising that his piece would be too expensive. The committee noted that Maria's proposal doesn't include installation fees and weight is a concern with her piece in addition to cost. BJ Katz - Revised Proposal Dancing Water 22 panels 24" wide x 84" high 66.5 pounds/ panel maximum. Budget $53,900 - Tempered cast azurlite colored glass with dichroic bits and reflective coating on back, pattern running between panels with holes drilled for hardware. ($2450/ panel). $9,000 - Artist's fee $1250 - Crating, shipping and insurance $900 - Supervision of installation $65,050 - Total ,~ 1 -~= -~.... t~W!:~ ,,~...~ ~- CITY OF IOWA CITY MEMORANDUM Re: January 11, 2008 Public Art Advisory Committee Marcia Klingaman Future Public Art projects Date: To: From: The Public Art Program will have approximately $60,000 - $65,000 available for public art projects over the next six months depending upon final costs associated with the pool wall project. Another $50,000 will be appropriated on July 1, 2008. I would like to spend some time brainstorming about future projects at the January 17 meeting Some things to consider: . There are currently two Neighborhood Art projects (Melrose and Washington Hills) that are outstanding. Melrose has already received initial approval from the committee to proceed. Washington Hills should be making a formal request yet this spring. Average Neighborhood Art Projects costs have been about $15,000. . RDG Planning and Design will be providing a power point presentation for your February 7 meeting to present their concept for a sculpture garden in Iowa City. Some ideas that have been discussed in the past: · Murals . Refurbishment of the old downtown fountain sculpture · Art at the Water Plant site . Art in City parks has not provided art on the east side of town