Description
The Texas Tech University System is seeking a professional artist to create a site-specific exterior bronze sculpture for the Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering. The sculpture should be a seated life-size honorary bronze statue of Mr. Edward E. Whitacre Jr. and should be welcoming, created in tandem with a seating area or bench. The project budget is $350,000, inclusive of all costs. The selected artist will be responsible for designing, fabricating, transporting, and installing the sculpture.
Key points to consider:
• The sculpture should complement Texas Tech University’s architectural traditions and enhance the site's identity and use.
• The artist should think of the mission of the institution and Ed Whitacre’s lasting impact on the College of Engineering.
• The artist should be aware that they may be required to work from images, and detailed measurements may be provided to selected finalists.
• The project is scheduled to be completed in 2027.