A nonprofit can connect public and private commissioning
Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation describes acquisition through direct commissions, invitationals, community-initiated projects and gifts. It also supports artists working within public and private development and integrates artistic involvement into planning and construction. The foundation’s account of its role shows that a nonprofit intermediary can bring together civic sites, private support and commissioning expertise. For a proposed project, identify the site owner, commissioning authority and funding partners before deciding whether a new commission, a collaboration or a gift is the appropriate route.
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Big Art Partners planning question
Who commissions, funds and owns the finished work?