All PABC applications are scored according to the following three categories:
Artistic Content and Capability 40%
- The proposed artwork and applicant’s work samples demonstrate high standards of artistic excellence, high quality workmanship, innovation, and creativity within the chosen discipline(s). (10 points)
- Proposed artwork takes into consideration the dynamics of the site and provides aesthetic quality through innovation and thoughtful design as demonstrated through a scale–model depiction of the proposed artwork at the site. (10 points)
- Applicant has experience with site-specific public art projects and uses personnel with demonstrated arts expertise (such as arts administrators, professional installation artists) to plan and implement artistic content. (10 points)
- The project materials and installation techniques are of industry standard and uses materials that are sustainable and require minimal maintenance. (10 points)
Capacity, Budget, and Sustainability 20%
- The proposed project goals, production/installation schedule are feasible. The applicant is equipped with art making expertise and/or managing a visual arts installation project and demonstrates a capacity to successfully manage the workflow and funds with financial monitoring systems in place throughout the funding period of the project. (10 points)
- The applicant’s budget information is detailed, credible, feasible, directly relates to the grant request, and is reasonable to support the project’s overall scope and implementation. Organizations must demonstrate the ability to manage the implementation of a project scope and a commitment by its board of directors to support the proposed project. (10 points)
Community Engagement and Impact 20%
- The applicant shows evidence of intentionality in engaging the community where the project will be sited for a work that reflects the community and enhances the aesthetic quality of the proposed site. (10 points)
- Applicant demonstrates sensitivity to the cultural, ethnic, and economic background of the neighborhood where the project will be installed. (5 points)
- Applicant demonstrates how the meaning, content, and themes of the artwork impacts the intended audience with consideration of culture, age, physical ability, languages spoken, or environment. (5 points)
Opportunity and Equity 20%
- The project provides shared learning opportunities that facilitate a greater participation in public art, represents the community and aims to promote a welcoming and inclusive environment. (10 points)
- The work and/or its ancillary programming shows evidence of intentionality in the planning and implementation that engages a diverse audience based on culture, age, physical ability, or languages spoken. (5 points)
- Project location(s) and/or presentation(s) are accessible. (5 points)