the art advocacy project 2026 - 2027

The City of Loveland Art in Public Places program seeks artists for The Art Advocacy Project 2D (commonly known as TAAP 2D) in the Loveland Public Library’s Central Galleria. This popular public art exhibit is a one-year on-loan program designed to promote regional artists through the public display of their artworks. Selected artworks may be for sale; however, this is not required. All artworks will be displayed at the Loveland Public Library from late March 2026 until late February 2027. Participating artists will be paid an honorarium.

Colorado artists working in two-dimensional media are encouraged to apply to this annual exhibition. This project is open to artists (18 years or older) at any stage of their career who wish to display their work. The project welcomes a wide variety of media, including less common mediums such as fiber, charcoal, mixed media, etc. Applications will be evaluated by a jury panel comprised of representatives from Art in Public Places (AIPP) and citizen volunteers.

Since 2022, AIPP has teamed up with the Loveland Poet Laureate committee to showcase poetry inspired by the artwork on display. Depending on the poet’s creative process, selected artists may need to spend some time discussing their artwork with the poet. If selected for this exhibit, selected artists should plan to attend the Artist Talk and Poetry Reading Reception on Saturday, March 28, 2026. This project is open to all Colorado artists of two-dimensional media and will be compensated with an honorarium of $350.00.

Project Timeline

Selected artists must deliver artwork to the Loveland Museum on March 16 or March 17, 2026

Application Requirements

• Please do not submit artwork that will not be available for the entire year.
• Artwork must be durable for public display in a high-traffic corridor. Artwork that is fragile or unprotected will likely not be selected.
• All artwork must be professionally fabricated and framed with protective glass (when applicable).
• Artwork submitted for the exhibit must be valued at $2,500 or less. Pieces valued at over $2,500 will not be considered.
• Artwork must be considered “ready to hang” to an art railing with D-ring hardware. D-ring hardware must be installed before delivery.
• Selected artwork must remain on display for the duration of the program. Exceptions will be made for photographs that are part of a limited edition. Such photo prints may be sold and replaced for display within the first six months of hanging.
• Due to space limitations, artwork larger than 3' x 3' (36” x 36”) will not be considered. Incorrect dimensions on artists’ applications could prevent artwork from being exhibited.
• Artists may submit one image of the artwork in their application. Please label your submissions clearly and include the dimensions for each piece (including the frame) in your artist statement.
• Artwork submitted must be created by the artist who created the work and must be original. (Exceptions are photographic editions.)
• Artists must own all rights to display the artwork.
• Artwork must be suitable for viewers of all ages.