Commissioning Contemporary Art by Buck, Louisa -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Title Page The Authors Other Titles of Interest Table of Contents Acknowledgments Introduction: An Ancient and Intricate Practice

The Aim of this Book A Brief History of Commissioning

Chapter 1: Why Undertake a Commission?

The Patron’s Perspective

Forging a relationship with an artist Creating culture Adding lustre and a spirit of adventure Enhancing the environment Integrating art into architecture The power of regeneration Fulfilling planning obligations Artistic utopias The art of placemaking Commemoration and celebration

The Artist’s Perspective

Make your dreams come true Commissioning suits the practice Reaching different audiences Working in challenging environments Triggers for change in practice New partnerships Increased recognition

Guiding Principles: The Commissioner

Know your intentions Seek best advice Work with the artist Be prepared for some changes Commit to all stages

Guiding Principles: The Artist

Know what you want Establish boundaries

Chapter 2: Who Commissions Today and What

A Rich Spectrum of Possibilities The Public Institution

On-site commissions Off-site commissions Moving image Artists in residence To acquire or not to acquire?

The Public Realm

National and local government buildings and spaces Public organizations and authorities Commercial and corporate developers

The Private Foundation

A space of their own Off-site commissions and strategic partnerships

The Private Collector

Commissioning for the home The private as public

The Event

Regenerating a place Interrogating a site National commissions Curated commissions Social spaces and local links Commissioning for the non-art event: the Olympics Sugaring the commercial pill: art fair commissions

Commissioning Agencies

A home for an idea

Chapter 3: Making It Happen

Overview of the Commissioning Process

The role of the commissioner

Approaching and Selecting the Artist

Direct invitation Selection committee Selection by competition Invited competition Dealing with dealers

Developing the Proposal

Shaping an idea Early dialogue Proposal fees Agreeing a budget Presenting the proposal

Securing the Finance

Public funds Networks of institutions Business and corporate sponsorship Trusts and charitable foundations Patrons’ schemes Pre-sale finance

Reaching an Agreement

To contract or not to contract? Clarity of agreement Guiding principles of contracting The content of the contract

Production and Installation

Design development and production management Dialogue with the artist Dealing with the client Dealing with third parties Installation

Publicizing and Documenting

Publicity Documentation Ongoing public communication

Chapter 4: The Commission Thereafter

What Happens Next? Maintaining the Work

Ongoing maintenance Limits to control Insurance post-installation

Exhibiting the Work

The initial exhibition Restaging and touring Preparatory material, derivative works and artist’s editions

Legacy and Evaluation

Community benefits Evaluating a commission

Intellectual Property and Artists’ Rights

Decommissioning Resale and Recoupment

Conclusion: A Practice With No Limits Sources of Quotes Index Copyright

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