Artist Brief - Commission 2 - Dromore West and Easkey

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Sligo County Council invites Stage 1 proposals from professional artists and artist collectives working in all artforms for Commission 2: Dromore West and Easkey, under the Living Landscapes / Tírdhreacha Beo public art programme. Supported through the Per Cent for Art Scheme, the commission invites proposals for a community-engaged artwork connecting Dromore West and Easkey. The artwork may be permanent, temporary or time-based and should support meaningful participation and a lasting legacy for the communities. The total commission budget is €76,000, inclusive of all fees, expenses and VAT where applicable. Selection is through a two-stage open competition. Up to five artists or artist collectives will be shortlisted for Stage 2, each receiving a proposal development fee of €800. Stage 1 submissions must be emailed to arts@sligococo.ie by Thursday 26 November 2026 at 4pm, in accordance with the Artist Brief. Queries must be emailed to rayneboothprojects@gmail.com by Thursday 12 November 2026 at 5pm. The indicative delivery period is March 2027 to March 2028. Please refer to the attached Artist Brief for submission requirements, assessment criteria, community consultation findings and the indicative timetable.