Overview

Mid-South Sculpture Alliance, in partnership with Siskin Hospital in Chattanooga, TN, is inviting artists to submit their work for an outdoor public art exhibition at Grady’s Garden. The garden is a palliative site within the hospital’s Healing Garden. This serene and therapeutic space offers a unique opportunity for artists to contribute to the hospital’s healing environment through impactful sculptural works designed to inspire hope. We are seeking two captivating sculptures that will be displayed for a period of two years.

Siskin Hospital has expressed interest in the possibility of permanently acquiring pieces and reserves the first right of refusal with respect to the sale/purchase of any exhibition artworks.

About Mid-South Sculpture Alliance: The Mid-South Sculpture Alliance is dedicated to advancing the creation and awareness of sculpture in its many forms. We promote a supportive environment for sculptors and seek to foster dialogue between artists, art professionals, and the wider community.

About Grady’s Garden: Named for Grady Pascal Williams, Chattanoogan civic leader and philanthropist, Grady’s Garden features a thoughtfully designed natural space with a large pavilion and areas for patients and the general public to gather or rest. Grady’s Garden is just one area in Siskin Hospital’s expanding system of on-site Healing Gardens.

Location: Grady’s Garden within Siskin Hospital. 

1 Siskin Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37403

Submission Guidelines:

• Artists are invited to submit images of pre-existing outdoor sculptures.

• Submissions must include a detailed proposal outlining the concept, materials, dimensions, and installation requirements of the proposed sculpture.

• Artists must provide installation hardware suitable for outdoor installation.

• Artists may submit up to three works for consideration.

• All submitted works must be accompanied by a current resume/CV, artist statement, and a portfolio of up to 10 images of the submitted work.

• Submissions should be made using the Google Form located here. Detailed instructions for each required element are available on the form.

Limitations: The sculpture pads can hold up to 4,000 pounds. One is 4’x4’, and the other is 5’x5’.

Eligibility: This call is open to all MSA Professional artist members aged 18 and over.

Selection Process: Applications will be juried by the MSA Board of Directors Outdoor Committee. Selected works will be approved by Siskin Hospital before official acceptance notifications are sent.

Exhibition Details: 2 selected sculptures will be installed onsite at Grady’s Garden for a period of 2 years.

Selected artists will receive $5000 for the 2-year exhibition.

Important Dates:

Call published: January 17, 2025
Deadline for submissions: February 21, 2025
Notification of acceptance: March 1, 2025
Delivery deadline:  March 27, 2025
Installation dates: March 28-29, 2025
Exhibition dates: March 31, 2025 - March 31, 2027
Deinstallation dates: To be coordinated between artist and Siskin Hospital

Contact Information: For further information regarding MSA and this exhibition, please visit www.midsouthsculpture.org, or contact Chelsea Moulder, Administrative Assistant, at admin@midsouthsculpture.org / 803.956.9876.