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BOZEMAN SWIM CENTER
Project Information Deck
ART
GOALS
SELECTION
CRITERIA&
The new public art collection at the Bozeman Swim Center aims to transform the
space into an engaging and welcoming venue that celebrates the joy and activity of
swimming, while also fostering a sense of community and connection. We have two
art locations in this project: one indoor "brick melt" vinyl mural that will incorporate
negative space, and a series of outdoor panels that should portray a cohesive
narrative. Our indoor mural will set the tone for the swim space, offering a dynamic
and vibrant experience that captivates everyone who enters. Meanwhile, the outdoor
panel series should stand out, presenting an engaging story that resonates with the
Swim Center’s surroundings, which include Bozeman High School and the Bridger
Mountain Range.
We will invite proposals from national artists who can bring fresh insights and creative
concepts to the project, but will prioritize working with artists local to the Montana
region where possible to maintain a strong local connection. Both art locations
should avoid depicting predatory aquatic creatures, instead focusing on uplifting
narratives that may include animals, objects, and people connected to water or our
relationship with local aquatic systems. Lastly, the art locations should refrain from
featuring specific mascots or swim team affiliations*, instead aiming to create an
inclusive, refreshed, and fun atmosphere for visitors of all skill levels and backgrounds.
Inclusive
Dynamic
Vibrant
Joyful, Fun
Aquatic
Immersive
Fresh
*The following animals should not be included in the commissioned designs, as they are associated
with local mascots and swim teams: hawks, raptors, barracudas, brook trout, and stingrays.
ART LOCATIONS8
A2
ART LOCATIONS9
A2
Emergency exit doors (outlined in green) at Location A2 not required as part of the final design, but desired if possible within
the budget and design scope of the artist
10ART LOCATIONADDITIONAL SITE PHOTOS / CURRENT STATE
11ART LOCATIONSWIM CENTER / EXTERIOR RENDERING
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