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Commission selects artists for painted-piano program; artists to be paid $2,000
Summary
The commission reviewed four proposals for three working painted pianos to be displayed over the summer, discussed locations, durability and interactivity, and by consensus selected two artists to paint two of the three paid pianos; each paid slot is reported at $2,000.
The Nevada City Public Arts Commission reviewed proposals on May 7 for a painted-pianos program intended to place three working pianos around downtown during the summer and art-walk events.
Staff told commissioners there are three pianos available for award. The commission reviewed four submissions and discussed one interactive community-painting proposal and how to site pianos on relatively flat, wheelable locations for setup. Commissioners raised concerns about materials and durability for outdoor placement and whether artists should use exterior-grade paints given summer weather and the need for future repainting.
When asked whether artists would be paid, staff responded that each paid slot carries $2,000. Commissioners discussed outreach to local music groups and performing organizations to encourage use of the pianos during the art walk.
Commissioners reached a consensus to select two artists (referred to in discussion as "one and three") for two of the paid pianos and to proceed with logistics for the June art walk with a target in early June for placement. Staff will notify artists, schedule pick-up and delivery, and confirm specific installation sites.
The program is intended to be iterative — pianos will be returned at season end and the program may continue the next year, potentially with additional recruitment for more instruments. No formal roll-call vote was recorded on the artist selections; staff reported consensus and will follow up.
