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St. Joseph Mercy Oakland

CALL FOR ARTISTS

January 30, 2012

The Project

The Patient Experience Committee at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland, located in Pontiac, Michigan, is

seeking submissions from Michigan artists for a variety of artwork to be approved and

considered for future purchase and/or commission for their new South Patient Tower. Artists are

encouraged to read this Call for Artists, submit a letter of interest and include selected imageryfrom their portfolio to be considered for specific areas of this project. Artists selected for

commissioned works will be paid a fee to design pieces based on the acceptance of the proposals

submitted.

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland

The legacy of St. Joseph Mercy Oakland dates back to the early 19th century when a dedicated

young woman in Dublin, Ireland, named Catherine McAuley, chose to devote her life and

personal resources to helping the sick, poor and uneducated. She eventually founded the

Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy in 1831, and new members of that congregation later came

to the United States, where they founded St. Josephs Hospital in Pontiac in 1927. Charged withcontinuing the ministry and tradition of the Sisters, our hospital, known today as St. Joseph

Mercy Oakland, is committed to the values of, Respect. Social Justice, Compassion, Excellence,

and Care of the Poor and Underserved.

In 2,000, the Sisters of Mercy Regional Community of Detroit and the Congregation of theSisters of the Holy Cross consolidated their health ministries (Mercy Health Services and HolyCross Health System) to form a new system, called Trinity Health. The spirit of this neworganization arises from the healing ministry of Jesus, and the creation of Trinity Health affirmsthe fervent belief that Catholic healthcare has a vital future in this country.

To maintain the highest level of excellence, St. Joseph Mercy Oakland is preparing for thefuture. The South Patient Tower, an eight-story, contemporary-styled patient facility, will feature208 private, technologically enhanced patient rooms, providing plenty of support space forfamily and friends who are vital to the healing process. Construction is well underway, withcompletion of the South Tower slated for fall 2013.

Location: the site of the former parking deck, immediately south of the existing structure Dimensions: eight stories and 301,000 square feet of floor area


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Capacity: a total of 136 beds initially, with room to add 72 beds Cost: $129 million Parking: A 355-space visitor parking lot has been constructed on the site of the former

Fox Center, and an enclosed connector will lead to the new South Tower. The hospital's main entry will be redesigned with skylights and other amenities. A new Emergency Department entry drive and new ambulance parking area have been

created. A new physician parking area with 166 spaces has been constructed at the northwest

corner of the campus, and dedicated parking for associates with disabilities will beprovided.

A safe, secure, climate-controlled pedestrian bridge will connect associate parking on theeast side of Woodward Avenue with the main hospital by the end of summer 2012.

A video showing an architectural model of the new building can be found on the websiteat http://www.stjoeshealth.org/newsouthtower.

Art Criteria

The Patient Experience Committee is seeking artists who reside in the State of Michigan who

may be interested in providing artwork for the new patient tower. Artwork should follow the

guiding principles of healing art and evoke messages of peace and healing for the patients,

visitors, and staff that will be using the new facilities.

We are looking for artwork in a wide variety of media, including sculpture, two-dimensional and

three-dimensional artwork, original art, oil, watercolor, and acrylic paintings, limited edition

prints, giclee prints, mixed media art, glass, mosaics, wall sculpture, fabric art, collages, and

photography. Existing and commissioned artwork will be considered. Art will be placed in the

main lobby, elevator lobbies, waiting rooms, corridors, consultation rooms, patient rooms, and avariety of other public areas. Imagery that supports the healing journey represents our

community and presents elements of nature or water and landscapes will be considered.

Inventive, yet sensitive, works are encouraged.

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Mission Statement

We serve together in Trinity Health, in the spirit of the Gospel, to heal body, mind and spirit, to

improve the health of our communities and to steward the resources entrusted to us.

Core Values

Respect Social Justice Compassion Excellence Care of the poor and underserved


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Hospital Vision StatementOur physicians and staff are the preferred providers of healthcare to our community,demonstrating compassion and excellence in caring for our patients in the Mercy tradition.

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Art Vision Statement

The vision of the Arts Program at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland is to create an experience that healsbodies, nurtures souls, and comforts hearts.

Arts Program Goals and Objectives:

1. Use evidence-based methodologies to select artwork that facilitates the healing processand measures the impact of the arts program.

2. Support the harmony of the body, mind, and spirit in a faith based healing environment.3. Enhance the patient journey by providing personal experience opportunities with the arts.4. Use regional artists to celebrate the visual and cultural history, heritage and diversity of

our community.

Representation

Aesthetics, Inc. of San Diego has been hired as the consultants for the project. The Project Team

consists of:

Annette Ridenour, Principal, is the Executive Lead, [email protected]

Leah Goodwin, Director of Arts Programs, is the Project Manager, [email protected]

Pam Nickell, Arts Coordinator, [email protected]

Please send all questions about this Call for Artists directly to Leah Goodwin or Pam Nickell.Please contact Pam Nickell for project drawings and for assistance with any questions you may

have about the CFA.

Healing Art Forum

All interested parties wanting to learn more about this Call for Artists are invited to an Artist

Forum that will be held at the de Salle Auditorium of The Cranbrook Academy of Art at 39221

Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, MI, on Thursday, February 16, 2012, between five and

seven-thirty in the evening. All who plan on attending need to RSVP through email to

[email protected] or by phone at (619) 683-7500 Please indicate how many will beattending. (DO NOT CALL CRANBOOK ACADEMY OR THE HOSPITAL) It is encouraged

for you to send questions in advance via email.


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Artist Selection

Criteria used to select artists for commissions will be:

Quality, creativity and strength of artwork workmanship as evidenced in images of past

work and a professional resume.

Ability to support the mission and guiding principles and support the desired populationthrough letter of interest.

Technical competence as evidenced by images of past work and a professional resume.

Aptitude for planning, making budgets and working on teams as evidenced by a

professional resume and references.

Criteria used to select artwork for purchase will be:

Artist residing or working within the State of Michigan Quality of the art as represented by submitted imagery

Conformance of Artwork to the Price Harmony of Artwork to the overall theme of the building

Funding

All artwork is being funded through the generous philanthropy of the community who believe

the arts are an important component of the healing journey.

Inclusive of Fees Represented

The fee quoted for purchased or commissioned artwork is all-inclusive and must cover design

fees, travel expenses, all materials and fabrication costs, insurance costs, shipping or

transportation to the site or framer, preparation for installation, personal documentation, and sitevisits. For feature commissions, the stated budget will include design, fabrication, delivery,

installation and any costs related to installation

The current solicitation is for artwork to enhance the patient experience in the new main lobby

and on the patient floors two five.

The Building themes are community, diversity, spirituality and sacred journey. We ask that any

representation imagery be reflective of the State of Michigan. The intention of all of the art is to

create a place of peace and healing.

Sample elevation drawings are available for the major feature commissions to assist you in

understanding the scale of the project, this includes; the main lobby features, elevator lobbies,

reception areas and art niches. Please email Pam Nickell, Arts Coordinator for Aesthetics, Inc., at

[email protected] for drawings and for assistance with any questions you may have about

the CFA.


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Feature Pieces

Main Lobby Wall Sculpture: 1 @ $25,000 Major Feature

In the main lobby of the new patient tower near the fireplace there is an 18 feet tall by 13 feet

wide wall that is slated to have a custom blown art glass wall sculpture on it. The art shouldcover an area of a minimum of 6 wide by 8 feet high. The glass should be dynamic and make a

dramatic statement in the space. Please contact Pam Nickell, Arts Coordinator at

[email protected] for an elevation of this area.

Sculpture for Main Lobby: 1 @ $10,000 Major Feature

In the main lobby near the elevators is an area where a piece of sculpture is designed to be placed

in a planter. We are looking for an original work that can complement a space approximately

three feet in diameter and five feet tall. It should represent sacred journey and can include

elements of community and spirituality, as well as serving as an iconic piece that supports thewayfinding. Sculpture must be able to be touched and created out of metal, stone, wood,

concrete, granite, mosaic, or bronze. Please contact Pam Nickell, Arts Coordinator at


Main Lobby Waiting Area Original Art Feature: 1 @ $8,000 Major Feature

There is currently a need for three dynamic original paintings for the Main Lobby waiting area.

We envision three pieces that relate to each other. One in the center that will impact a space that

is 56 inches high and 84 inches wide and two smaller paintings that impact a space that is 26

inches high by 52 inches wide. This waiting area is in the main lobby. The two smaller paintings

will be next to niches, which may be a series of commissioned sculptures. All artwork should beconsistent with themes mentioned above. Please contact Pam Nickell, Arts Coordinator at


Main Lobby Waiting Area Sculptures: 2 @ $1,800/each Major Feature

There is currently a need for two sculptures in the Main Lobby waiting area. We envision two

pieces that relate to each other. They will need to be approximately 15 wide by 34-36 high and

8 deep and will be resting in a niche that is 26 wide by 50 high and 12 deep. They will be a

part of a larger wall display. Sculpture must be able to be touched and created out of stone,

wood, concrete, granite, mosaic, or bronze. Existing and commissioned art will be considered.

All artwork should be consistent with themes mentioned above. Please contact Pam Nickell, Arts

Coordinator at [email protected] for an elevation of this area.


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Main Lobby Waiting Area Small Art Pieces: 12 @ $1,800 (for a series of 12 pieces)

There is currently a need for a series of small works of three-dimensional art for a custom art

niche in the Main Lobby waiting area. We envision two series of six small pieces that relate to

each other. They will need to be approximately 4 inch deep and 8 inch high. They will fit in two

spaces that are 52 inches wide by 12 inches high and will be a part of a larger wall display.Artworks must be able to be touched and created out of stone, wood, concrete, granite, ceramic,

glass, mosaic, or bronze. Existing and commissioned art will be considered. Please contact Pam

Nickell, Arts Coordinator at [email protected] for an elevation of this area.

Elevator Lobby Landmark Art Features: 4 @ $7,000/each Major Feature

There are currently four large walls that are across form the Elevator lobbies. The area that can

be supported by art is 55 inches wide by 76 inches high. These artworks will be located in a

niche and there is the possibility of relief of up to 3 inches for these works. This is an

opportunity for several major commissioned art pieces to impact the space and inspire visitors.We are open to all types of media including originals on canvas, mosaics, ceramic, woodwork,

mixed media art and paintings on board. There will be one of these pieces placed on each floor

(Floors 2-5). Artwork must be durable, low maintenance and should not pose any safety risks,

since this is a very public space. Please contact Pam Nickell, Arts Coordinator at


Main Corridor Landmark Art Features: 4 @ $3,000/each

There are currently four large walls that are close to the Elevator lobbies. The area that can be

supported by art is 96 inches wide by 36 inches high. One large piece or a diptych can support

this. This is an opportunity for several major commissioned art pieces to impact the space andinspire visitors. Original works on paper, watercolor, pastels, mixed media or other original

media will be considered. Artwork must be durable, low maintenance and should not pose any

safety risks, since this is a very public space. Please contact Pam Nickell, Arts Coordinator at

[email protected] for an elevation of this area. There will be one of these pieces placed on

each floor (Floors 2-5).

Reception Desk Art Features: 4 @ $2,000/each (unframed)

There are currently four large walls that are in the corridors behind the reception desks. We

envision one large original two-dimensional artwork that has an image size of 30" high by 40

wide. This is an opportunity for unique commissioned art pieces to impact the space and inspire

visitors. Original works on paper, watercolor, pastels, mixed media or other original media will

be considered. This price is for artwork only. Please contact Pam Nickell, Arts Coordinator at

[email protected] for an elevation of this area. There will be one of these pieces placed on

each (Floors 2-5).


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Other Art Pieces

Waiting Area Art Features: 8 @ $1,500/each (unframed)

There is currently a need for eight (8) pieces of original artwork to place in a variety of waiting

rooms. These are large rooms that are areas of potential stress for families as they wait and rest.This imagery is designed to support the patient and visitor journey. We are considering large

original pieces with an image size of approximately 40 wide by 30 high. Original works on

paper, watercolor, pastels, mixed media or other original media will be considered. We are

interested in commissioning work in a series of two to three at a time to support the space and

provide a positive distraction for patients. All artwork should be consistent with the themes of

the building.

Waiting Area Art: 3 @ $500/each (unframed)

There is currently a need for three (3) pieces of art to place in waiting rooms. These are areas ofpotential stress for families as they wait and rest. This imagery is designed to help the patient and

visitor journey. We are considering art with an image size of approximately 20 high by 30

wide. Limited Edition prints, Silk-screened prints, giclees, photographs, watercolor or other

similar art approaches will be considered or a series of pieces that will provide a positive

distraction for patients.

Waiting and Consult Area Art: 8 @ $300/each (unframed)

There is currently a need for eight (8) pieces of art to place in smaller waiting rooms. These are

areas of potential stress for families as they wait and rest. This imagery is designed to help the

patient and visitor journey. We are considering art with an image size of approximately 24wide by 24 high. Limited Edition prints, Silk-screened prints, giclees, photographs, watercolor

or other similar art approaches will be considered or a series of pieces that will provide a positive

distraction for patients.

Corridor and Administrative Area Art: 140 @ $450/each (unframed)

There is currently a need for one hundred and forty (140) pieces of art in the corridors and

administrative areas. This imagery is designed to help the patient and visitor journey. These can

be colorful pieces that visually support the themes listed above. We are considering art with an

image size of approximately 20 by 30 in both horizontal and vertical directions. Limited

Edition prints, Silk-screened prints, giclees, photographs, watercolor or other similar art

approaches will be considered or a series of pieces that will provide a positive distraction for

patients.


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Patient Rooms: 136 @ $300/each (unframed) each relating to the floor theme.

There are 32 patient rooms on floors 2 and 3, and 36 patient rooms on floors 4 and 5.

There is currently a need for one hundred and thirty-six (136) pieces of art for the patient rooms.

We are looking for works that are an image size of approximately 24 by 24. (Final sizes to be

determined) Limited Edition original prints and photography will be considered. We will

consider one unique piece per room and will look for art that lends a sense of calm and peace to

patients and their visitors. Peaceful landscapes where patients could find themselves in arestorative environment are preferred.

Bathroom Tiles: 136 @ $250/each (delivered)

We are looking for artist(s) to provide four (4) designs for each floor and create a series of

bathroom tiles. We anticipate that each design will be created 8 or 9 times. One tile will be

inserted in each patient bathroom. Tile to be standard construction grade porcelain 2 feet by 2

feet tile. Thickness of tile to be coordinated with the other bathroom tile. There are around 32

patient rooms on floors 2 and 3, and 36 patient rooms on floors 4 and 5.

Project Schedule

Timeline: Art submissions for the Call for Artists must be received by

MONDAY, March 26, 2012, 5:00 P.M. (P.S.T)

Post-marked by Saturday, March 24, 2012

Tentative Project Schedule:

January 30, 2012 Distribute Call for Artists

February 16, 2012 Healing Arts Forum at Cranbrook Academy of Art

March 26, 2012 Call For Artists submittals due

April 9-13, 2012 (TBD) Patient Experience Team initial reviewApril 30, 2012 Artists notified about submission results

May 2012 Commissioned design contracts released

July 2012 Commissioned designs submitted for approval

September 2012 Commissioned fabrication contracts released

March 2013 Purchase orders to artists for purchase of

non-commissioned art

July 2013 Artwork submitted for framing

September 2013 Framing completed/installation of two-dimensional art

September 2013 Delivery and installation of commissioned art

All artists will be notified about the results of their submissions. The Art Advisory Committee is

not obligated to notify artists when incomplete entries are received and incomplete entries will

not be reviewed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that entries are complete and

arrive by the deadline.


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Submission Guidelines

Please closely observe the requirements and guidelines for the application. Handwritten materials

will not be reviewed. Artists who wish to be considered for the project must submit the following

materials (collated and in this order):

1. Cover Letter

Indicate on a cover sheet your interest in the project. We will consider your artwork acrossproject areas and themes. Please submit only one submittal. Artists may submit for separate

areas. Please provide in your cover letter information about the areas that you are submitting

for along with which submitted images referring to that submission area. Please add a brief

artistic statement or your thoughts on the appropriateness of your work for arts in healthcare

(one page maximum).

2. Professional Resume

Submit a current professional resume (five pages maximum) including information regarding

past public art commissions, design team experience, exhibitions, awards, grants, andeducation if applicable.

3. Digital Images

a. Submit digital images (jpegs) of past work with annotations on a compact disc (CD).

Only submit images with maximum dimensions of 1024 x 768 pixels and minimum

dimensions of 720 x 480 pixels. 35mm slides; prints or photographs of artwork will not

be accepted.

b. Submit a maximum of 20 images showing at least five different artworks on a CD. This

20-image maximum is per entry. In your cover letter, indicate information about theimages and whether any represent a series that is available for purchase or commission.

c. Label the CD with the artists name, phone number and website. Do not include the name

of the artists gallery, assistant, or representative on the label.

e. Include a print out, in color, of your images, maximum of four to a page on regular copy

paper. Indicate the title of artwork, medium, dimensions, date artwork was created, and

location if it is already sold.

4. Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope (optional)

If you wish to receive your CD back, please submit a self-addressed stamped envelope

(S.A.S.E.) large enough for the return of the submitted materials. Materials submitted without

an S.A.S.E. will not be returned. Text materials will not be returned. The Healing Arts

Advisory Committee will make every effort to protect submitted materials; however, it will

not be responsible for any loss or damage to the materials.


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Please submit completed applications to:

Pamela Nickell, Arts Coordinator

ATTN: St. Joseph Mercy Oakland

Aesthetics, Inc.301 Spruce Street

San Diego, CA 92103

Please ensure that your full name, address and phone numbers are included on all materials.

Incomplete entries will not be reviewed. Applications submitted in response to this request will

be screened by Aesthetics Inc. and then presented to members of the St. Joseph Mercy Oaklands

Art Advisory Committee for approval and purchase.

Responsibility for Submissions: Although we will make every effort to protect the materials you

submit, Aesthetics Inc. /St. Josephs Mercy, Oakland are not responsible for the loss or damage

of any application materials submitted. Artists submitting applications without a Self-Addressed

Stamped Envelope will not receive materials back.

Responsibility for Application Costs: St. Josephs Mercy, Oakland is not liable for any cost

incurred by any person responding to this invitation. The applicant is fully responsible for all

application costs. St. Josephs Mercy, Oakland does not assume any contractual or financial

obligation as a result of the issuance of this request, the preparation and submission of an

application by a respondent, the evaluation of an accepted application, or the selection of

finalists.

Application Acceptance/Rejection: St. Joseph Mercy Oakland, at its sole discretion, reserves the

right to reject any or all submissions received and to accept or reject any or all of the items in the

application. St. Joseph Mercy Oakland reserves the right to negotiate with any respondent after

applications are opened, if such action is deemed to be in St. Joseph Mercy Oakland s best

interest. St. Joseph Mercy Oakland s acceptance and review of an application and/or submitted

application, artwork concept, or artwork design does not constitute a commitment on the part of

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland to award a commission to any artist.

Decline to Award: St. Joseph Mercy Oakland, at its sole discretion, reserves the right to not

award the commission to any artist (or artist team) due to inappropriateness of art.

Copyright: A version of the following language will appear in the contracts between St. Joseph

Mercy Oakland and artists: The Artist retains all copyrights to any and all of the Artists

Submissions and, except as provided below, to the Artwork.


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Irrevocable License to Reproduce for Non-Commercial Purposes: The Artist hereby grants St.

Joseph Mercy Oakland, without charge to St. Joseph Mercy Oakland, irrevocable license to

make, or cause to be made, photographs and other two-dimensional reproductions of the Artwork

or the Artwork Design for educational, public relations, tourist and arts program promotional

purposes without payment of a royalty to the Artist. For the purposes of this Agreement, the

following are among those deemed to be permissible reproductions for the above cited purposes:

in brochures and pamphlets pertaining to St. Joseph Mercy Oakland; in exhibition catalogues,books, slides, photographs, postcards, posters, and calendars; in art magazines, art books and art

and news sections of newspapers; in general books and magazines not primarily devoted to art;

as well as on slides, CDs, DVDs, film strips, video, computer websites and television.

Important Note: This Call for Art may be amended from time to time as additional art

opportunities become available. This Call will be available in its most up-to-date form on the

websites for Aesthetics, Inc. http://aesthetics.net/stjosephmercycfa.html. Artists are encouraged

to check the website from time to time for updates or modifications to this call.

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