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What is Public Art? <br /> Publ'ic art 'is work min any medimum that <br /> has been produced by an art'ist, 'installed <br /> m 'ble space <br /> in a publi'clymaccessi <br /> The City's definition of public art recognizes the need for a broad framework that is inclusive <br /> of a range of artistic practices and goals, while capturing several fundamental elements: <br /> F�)ublic art can take on many forms. It encompasses a broad range of artistic <br /> practices rooted in the tradition of visual arts, including but not limited to sculp- <br /> ture, murals, street and graffiti art, video, and digital media. It can also include <br /> aspects of performance,theatre, music, culturally-significant ceremony, or other <br /> more ephemeral artistic experiences. The artistic medium will depend on the <br /> nature and objectives of a particular program or commission. <br /> F�)ublic art can be permanent or temporary. Public art can be produced as a <br /> long-term or "permanent" installation, built to last for the foreseeable future, or <br /> as a shorter-term, "temporary" work, designed to be experienced over a period <br /> of days,weeks, months, or several years. <br /> F�)ublic art is a platformrti t .Through its public art programs,the City <br /> strives to create valuable opportunities for both emerging and established <br /> professional artists.' As such, artists should play a leading role in the creative <br /> process for public art, whether they are working independently or as part of a <br /> team that could include curators, public art consultants, designers, architects, <br /> landscape architects, community members, or others. <br /> F�)ublic art is designed spaces, andi intended t <br /> engagethe li . Public art is created for and installed in inclusive, barrier- <br /> free sites that are publicly-accessible, such as parks, community centres, <br /> bridges, underpasses, laneways, or privately-owned public spaces (POPs). It is <br /> intended to be site-specific, integrated into its environment and enhancing its <br /> surroundings, making it distinct from art exhibited in public places, or one-time <br /> performances. Public art creates and shapes a sense of place—a function that <br /> 1 Professional artists are defined by the Toronto Arts Council as someone who has developed their skills through training <br /> and/or practice;is recognized as such by artists working in the same artistic tradition;actively practices their art;seeks <br /> payment for their work;and has a history of public presentation. <br /> 14 Creativity and Community— Everywhere <br />