Wondering How to Break Into the World of Public Art? We’ve Got Answers.

Gain insights from an artist who’s been there, and from Program Managers who put art into NYC public spaces.
How can you break into the realm of public art? How does one go from producing traditional art objects or performances to presenting your work in the public realm?

If you find yourself asking these questions, we’re here to share answers from Marissa Lazar, Public Art Project Manager, DOT Public Art Program; Kendal Henry, Assistant Commissioner of Public Art, New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) (which manages the Percent for Art program); and Saya Woolfalk, NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellow and Public Artist. NYFA Learning’s Kelly Olshan gathered Lazar, Henry, and Woolfalk together to discuss how to get started, the technical skill sets required to execute these types of projects (insurance, fabrication, etc), as well as what goes on behind the scenes of public art panels.