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Wisconsin Department of Health Services

 

Open Call for Artists:
1 W Wilson State Office Building

Photo by Nathan Godding of art mural in San Francisco, CA, Mission District "Violet Black," photography of San Francisco art mural, Nathan Godding

Are you a painter, photographer, collage artist, potter, woodworker, beadworker, or other artist? 

We've received many positive comments about the artwork displayed on the 7th, 6th, B1 and B2 floors, and in the display cabinet on the 1st floor of 1 West Wilson Street, Madison, Wisconsin.

Call for Artists Highlights

We use an "open call for artists" process to solicit new artwork at 1 West Wilson Street. 

There is no deadline. Submit your art proposal when you have artwork available for display. Use these quick links for more information:

Who can apply? 

People who have a connection to the Department of Health Services (DHS): DHS employees; residents or patients of DHS-operated facilities; or family and friends of DHS employees.

What type of art will be displayed?

We are looking for art that portrays a positive, uplifting message.

We accept all kinds of two- and three-dimensional media, such as paintings, photographs, collages, drawings, bead work, woodworking, sculptures, pottery, etc.

What display periods are available?

View the following 3-month display periods for "partially open" or "open" periods for opportunities to display new artwork:

Display Period

Display Cabinet Wall Art
March - May 2012 Held for DPH "Green" Project Partially Open
June - August 2012 Open Open
September - November 2012

Reserved for Partners in Giving Campaign
(not available for artists)

Open
December 2012 - February 2013 Open Open

Where are the display areas located?

View the Space Requirements for a description of where the display areas are located, the type of space available, dimensions, etc.

What are the application requirements?

Interested eligible artists need to electronically submit an application. View the Application Requirements for more information.

What is the review and selection process?

  • The Art Display Committee will review all proposals electronically received.
  • The Committee reserves the right to refuse or limit any works submitted.
  • The Committee will electronically notify each applicant as to whether their proposal was accepted or not.

Who to contact?

If you have any questions, send an email to art1ww@wi.gov, or call Rita Prigioni at 608-266-8472.

Last Revised:  April 02, 2012