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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMay 3, 2021_Minutes.Attachments.docx Public Notice - Art in Public Places Board Meeting Minutes Monday, May 3, 2021 - 8:30 a.m. – Virtual Webinar AIPP Board members present: Susanne Graf, Kathy Langenwalter, Courtney St. John, Kara Woods AIPP Board members absent: Tracy Gordon Others present: Molly Eppard, AIPP Coordinator 1. Approval of April 5, 2021 meeting minutes. 2. Citizen input. 3. Coordinator Updates • Molly informs the Board about the Cultural Heritage Committee presentation to council April 6 . • Molly met with Ramsey Cotter from Summervail and Kris Sabel from the Vail Symposium about collaborating and partnering with the organizations’ 50th Anniversary celebrations/events this summer. The Board motions to contribute $3,500 to the events as a cultural partner with paying a stipend including a keynote speaker. Would it be possible to tie the Oldenburg/Coosje Van Bruggen model in the library also connected to the events? • Pedro and Jaime will create their murals on the vents west of Dobson June 14 – 21. This falls during the arts festival in Lionshead which is a nice crossover • Skatepark mosaic condition was assessed by one of the artists on-site. We should have a report as how best to address it in the coming weeks. • Olive Moya began work on the mural last week and it is going well. She was on the cover of the Daily over the weekend. Kara and Courtney would like to meet Olive after the meeting. 4. Review of AIPP Council Presentation: Program Review & Ford Park Art Space • Presentation memo and pdf/slides attached. • The Board provides feedback for the presentation which will take place on May 4 th. 5. Other matters from the Board. 6. Meeting adjourned. To: Town Council From: Molly Eppard, Art in Public Places Coordinator, Art in Public Places Board Date: 04/27/21 Subject: Art in Public Places Programs and Ford Park Art Space Update I. ITEM/TOPIC Informational update on Art in Public Places (AIPP) installations and programs during 2020, as well as upcoming summer 2021 projects. AIPP will update the progress of the evaluations by Harry Teague Architects (HTA) on the Ford Park Art Space designated to AIPP per the 2013 Ford Park Master Plan. II. PURPOSE The purpose of this item is to: • Provide information on AIPP 2020 programs and installations and forthcoming projects. • Discuss progress and evaluation of the facility in Ford Park as a viable working artist studio and community space designated for the visual arts. • Receive Town Council direction regarding next steps in pursuing the Ford Park Art Space as an accessible and code compliant structure for the purposes of visual arts programing. III. BACKGROUND The Art Space building was the summer home of Kansas wheat farmers Henry and Leona Anholtz - perhaps the first of Vail’s second homes. The building is approximately 14’ wide x 26’ long comprising 364+/- gross sf. AIPP was created to further the arts and art education in the valley. The initial concept of the Art Space was to create a facility to provide studio space for visiting artists, to hold lectures, educational programs and workshops, and to provide gallery space for temporary exhibits. AIPP has examined utilizing this space as a facility for the visual arts since 2003. Many alterations have taken place on the structure over the years and it was ultimately used by the VRD for storage. In December 2016 a donation of $50,000 Town of Vail Page 2 allocated towards the art space was received from East West Partners as a part of their mitigation for Manor Vail. At that time the AIPP Board began to reexplore the benefits of a dedicated visual arts space in Vail. Since then, the AIPP Board reviewed many artist residency programs and dedicated art facilities around the country, as well as in other neighboring mountain towns including: Aspen, Anderson Ranch – Aspen/Snowmass, Basalt, Breckenridge, Carbondale, Crested Butte, Salida, Steamboat, Telluride and Jackson Hole. It was noted a dedicated space for the visual arts is greatly missing in Vail and worth pursuing further. Ford Park has always served as the cultural hub of activity in Vail, including Bravo!, Vail Dance, Vail Jazz, VVF concerts, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens Education Center and multiple art installations. The repurposing of this unused facility will both enhance the visual arts community in Vail, locally, nationally, and internationally. The improvements of the playground restrooms in Ford Park and building the Betty Ford Alpine Garden Education Center will make the construction of an arts space in this location more viable given the new water and sewer line now in proximity of the area. The creation of the Art Space was anticipated in the 2013 Ford Park Master Place: The Creekside area is a narrow strip of land south of Betty Ford Way and north of Gore Creek. A few small structures (i.e. the “art shack”, an open-air picnic shelter) are located in this area. Art in Public Places (AIPP) may pursue remodeling or enhancing the art shack at some point in the future. AIPP had placed permanent art installations in this area and also runs summer art programs in this part of the Park. Art programs may include activities such as interactive events, educational and participatory activities, and temporary art installations. The passive use and the limited number of permanent improvements within this area make it an excellent transition to the more natural, undisturbed Gore Creek Preservation Sub-area. In 2019, AIPP and TOV staff worked with Harry Teague Architects (HTA) who evaluated the existing conditions, structural integrity, and provided recommendations for repurposing the space into a code compliant working artist studio and gallery. The firm has great experience in reimaging similar spaces for artistic purposes including the world-renowned Anderson Ranch in Snowmass. (Evaluation Report Attached) Uses and Needs Assessment: Following is the uses and needs assessment for the Art Space created by the AIPP Board to outline requirements for the facility as an artist’s studio and space for arts programming. Purpose of the Art Space: 1. Provide artist working studio space 2. Provide temporary gallery space 3. Provide space for community classes and workshops 4. Provide space for lectures and demonstrations Town of Vail Page 3 Uses: Studio for artists as follows: • Production of art and/or craft by artist • Communication between artist and public • Opportunity for public to observe working artist • Display of work produced by the artist General gallery space: • Wall hung • Ceiling hung • Free standing • Pedestal • Portable shelving • Small community workshop space – 24 people as allowed per building code • Small assembly space – 35-40 people as allowed per building code • Outdoor gathering space Arts and Crafts Easily Accommodated: • Painting • Drawing • Sculpture • Collage • Mosaic • Mixed media • Papermaking • Non welded metalwork • Jewelry • Graphic • Photography, digital • Filmmaking • Textiles • Printmaking • Woodworking, small scale • Plastic Arts, 3D Printing Town of Vail Page 4 IV. OPTIONS EVALUATED Following are options by HTA for updating or replacing the existing building for use as an art studio and programming space. • Option 1 - Minimal version: Move structure, build new foundation, replace on new foundation, stabilize structure, add basic electrical wiring, insulate within existing framing provide interior surfaces with minimal improvements. (HTA) • Option 2 - Basic accommodation of Arts activities within existing structure to preserve some of the existing structure for historic reasons: Move structure, build new foundation, replace on new foundation, restore and remodel existing structure with new features such as accessible bathroom, utility sink, chair and art supply storage, a large west window, new entrance and porch, new larger windows and possible skylights. Reinforce roof and wall structure and insulate. Add electric forced air heat and mechanical ventilation with an energy recovery unit, and possibly radiant heat. Cost varies with the inclusion of the various amenities, but the refurbish and restoration and remodeling process is the most expensive. (HTA) • Option 3 - Demolish existing structure and build a new structure on a new foundation that resembles the existing building, but has the features and systems to accommodate all the anticipated arts needs. This new structure could be somewhat larger than the existing structure, but would be similar enough in shape, and materials to be mistaken for the original. Overall cost will vary depending on the scale and amenities, but the process is the least cost per conditioned space. (HTA) AIPP Board & Staff Recommendation Based on HTA Option 3: • Given the expense of working within and modifying an imperfect existing structure, with pretty much no useful components, it makes by far the most sense from an economic standpoint to build a new structure from scratch. In addition, a new somewhat larger building could be designed within the site parameters and accommodate the anticipated arts uses. V. COST AND FUNDING Based on a construction cost per square foot, final design and construction documents, FFE, permits, construction management and site work we believe the project will cost $850,000 including the contingency. AIPP would allocate $250,000 from existing funds in the AIPP “destination art” account towards this project. AIPP would like to request the balance of $600,000 funding from the RETT budget. Town of Vail Page 5 VI. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL Provide direction to AIPP for the designated Art Space in Ford Park to be repurposed into a viable and dedicated visual arts facility for the community. VII. AIPP BOARD & STAFF RECOMMENDATION AIPP Board & Staff recommends pursuing further design development for option 3 with Harry Teague Architects within the site parameters and proceed to construction documents for a 2022 Town of Vail project. Final budget authorization will take place during the 2022 budget process. Final project award by Vail Town Council will take place in early 2022. PRESENTATION BY Molly Eppard, AIPP Coordinator Kathy Langenwalter, AIPP Board Co-Chair Art in Public Places Programs and Ford Park Art Space UpdatesAIPP Board Members: Kara Woods, Kathy Langenwalter, Susanne Graf, Tracy Gordon, and Courtney St. John Town of Vail Art in Public Places Collection, Installations, and Programs Summer/Fall 2020: •Ladies Fancywork Society at Vail Public Library •Murals at Vail Village Parking Structure •Golf & Nordic Clubhouse •Local Artist Amy Dose at Art Walks •Relocation of Seibert Memorial 14th Annual Vail Winterfest: •Lanterns created by 1st –4th grade students from Vail Mountain School •Virtual Lantern Workshops •Ice and Light Installation Summer 2021: •Installations & Programming •Stephen’s Park Art •Golf & Nordic Clubhouse sculpture •Summervail Art Workshop/Vail Symposium program collaboration Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Public Art in Safe and Socially Distanced Outdoor Locations Ladies Fancywork Society at Vail Public Library Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ladies Fancywork Society at Vail Public Library Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com The Ladies Fancywork Society adorned the front entrance and atrium of the Vail Public Library with a large-scale crocheted yarn installation titled The Hatchery. For three months the collective crocheted over 250 square feet to bring approximately 20 playful wonderland creatures to Vail. The four crochet-creating friends began transforming unexpected objects in the dark of night with installations around Denver. Their work was noticed by many art enthusiasts, ultimately bringing the collective’s creations to the forefront of the public art scene. Their fanciful acrylic yarn creations have been commissioned by the Denver Art Museum, as well as the Museum of Contemporary Art, while maintaining their street credibility with invitations to CRUSH WALLS in Denver’s Rino district. Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Summer Public Art Murals at Vail Village Parking Structure Spaces prior to murals Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Summer Public Art Murals at Vail Village Parking Structure Jason T. Graves and Remington Robinson The painting duo Jason T. Graves and Remington Robinson enlivened the main entrance and top deck of the Vail Village parking structure throughout the summer with their large-scale signature style murals. Their creative concepts, precise pattern work, dramatic realism, and soothing color theory result in art that is highly accessible to a broad range of tastes. With over 70+ murals they have created collaboratively and as individuals, Vail is delighted to share their work with the community. While the interior mural evokes a sense of movement and flow as you enter the structure, the large realistic murals of a Summer and Winter Dahlia reflect their traditional style. Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Summer Public Art Murals at Vail Village Parking Structure Jason T. Graves and Remington Robinson Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Summer Public Art Murals at Vail Village Parking Structure Jason T. Graves and Remington Robinson Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Golf and Nordic Clubhouse Interior Enhancements A hand carved wood installation within the main stairwell at the Golf and Nordic Clubhouse by Mexican artist Emilio García Plascencia titled In Praise of Shadows. Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Summer Art Walks Live Painting Activation by Local Artist Amy Dose Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Relocation of Seibert Memorial Pete’s Dream to Mountain Plaza Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Fourteenth Annual Vail Winterfest Sponsored with Doe Browning Lantern Display, Virtual Lantern Workshop, Ice and Light Installation •Highlighting community, connection, and unity, an installation of 20 illuminated ice sculptures representing lanterns from across the globe was installed on the Gore Creek Promenade. This picturesque setting allowed for a socially distanced art experience. The variety of sculpted lanterns reflected Vail's presence as an international mountain resort community, showcasing influences from Vail's friendship cities including Yamanouchi, Japan; San Miguel de Allende, Mexico; and St. Moritz, Switzerland. •Premiering alongside the ice sculptures was an exhibition of over 100 lanterns created by Vail Mountain School first through fourth grade students. The International Bridge was the perfect location to display the vibrant hand painted lanterns representing our year- round Vail community. •Art in Public Places invited guests and residents to create their own lantern through video instruction with Alpine Arts Center. Over 300 complimentary lantern kits were provided through Art in Public Places. Lanterns were encouraged to be displayed on a shepherd hooks placed in the four corner planter beds of the International Bridge. Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Fourteenth Annual Vail Winterfest Sponsored with Doe Browning Ice and Light Installation Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Fourteenth Annual Vail Winterfest Sponsored with Doe Browning Ice and Light Installation Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Fourteenth Annual Vail Winterfest Sponsored with Doe Browning Lantern Display & Virtual Workshops Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Fourteenth Annual Vail Winterfest Sponsored with Doe Browning Lantern Display & Virtual Workshops Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Stephen’s Park –Artistic Elements by Ben Roth Installation May 2021 Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Summer 2021 Programs and Installations Olive Moya at the Vail Village Transportation Center Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Summer 2021 Programs and Installations Pedro Barrios & Jaime Molina at Dobson Ice Arena Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Summer 2021 Programs and Installations Floyd Elzinga at Vail Golf & Nordic Clubhouse Pinecone Sculpture in Cor-ten Steel 96 inches high x 50 inches wide Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space Update Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space 2013 Ford Park Master Plan Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Per the Ford Park Master Plan:The Creekside area is a narrow strip of land south of Betty Ford Way and north of Gore Creek.A few small structures (i.e. the “art shack”, an open air picnic shelter) are located in this area. Art in Public Places (AIPP) may pursue remodeling or enhancing the art shack at some point in the future. AIPP had placed permanent art installations in this area and also runs summer art programs in this part of the Park. Art programs may include activities such as interactive events, educational and participatory activities, and temporary art installations. The passive use and the limited number of permanent improvements within this area make it an excellent transition to the more natural, undisturbed Gore Creek Preservation Sub -area. The existing structure was the summer house of Kansas wheat farmers Henry and Leona Anholtz. The building is approximately 14’ wide x 26’ long comprising 364+gross square ft. Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space Update Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Purpose of a dedicated Art Space: •Visiting artist working studio •Gallery & exhibition space •Workshop & instructional space •Lecture & talk space Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space Visual Art Spaces in Mountain Towns Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com •Aspen https://www.redbrickaspen.com/ https://www.aspenartmuseum.org/about •Anderson Ranch –Aspen/Snowmass https://www.andersonranch.org/ •Basalt –The Art Base https://theartbase.org/ •Breckenridge https://www.breckcreate.org/ •Carbondale https://www.carbondalearts.com •Crested Butte https://crestedbuttearts.org/ •Steamboat https://www.steamboatcreates.org/ https://steamboatartmuseum.org/ •Telluride https://www.telluridearts.org/studio-space •Jackson Hole https://artassociation.org/ Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space Report and Evaluation by Harry Teague Architects Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space Report and Evaluation by Harry Teague Architects Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com VAIL ARTS CABIN POTENTIAL PROJECT OPTIONS Three basic options for consideration to make a space that might be useful for arts programs. Option 1 -Minimal version: Move structure, build new foundation, replace on new foundation, stabilize structure, add basic electrical wiring, insulate within existing framing provide interior surfaces with minimal improvements. (HTA) Option 2 -Basic accommodation of Arts activities within existing structure to preserve some of the existing structure for historic reasons: Move structure, build new foundation, replace on new foundation, restore and remodel existing structure with new features such as accessible bathroom, utility sink, chair and art supply storage, a large west window, new entrance and porch, new larger windows and possible skylights. Reinforce roof and wall structure and insulate. Add electric forced air heat and mechanical ventilation with an energy recovery unit, and possibly radiant heat. Cost varies with the inclusion of the various amenities, but the refurbish and restoration and remodeling process is the most expensive. (HTA) Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space Report and Evaluation by Harry Teague Architects Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com VAIL ARTS CABIN POTENTIAL PROJECT OPTIONS Three basic options for consideration to make a space that might be useful for arts programs. Option 3 -Demolish existing structure and build a new structure on a new foundation that resembles the existing building, but has the features and systems to accommodate all the anticipated arts needs. This new structure could be somewhat larger than the existing structure, but would be similar enough in shape, and materials to be mistaken for the original. Overall cost will vary depending on the scale and amenities, but the process is the least cost per conditioned space. (HTA) Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space Report and Evaluation by Harry Teague Architects AIPP Board & Staff Recommendation Based on HTA Option 3: Given the expense of working within and modifying an imperfect existing structure, with pretty much no useful components, it makes by far the most sense from an economic standpoint to build a new structure from scratch. In addition, a new somewhat larger building could be designed within the site parameters and accommodate the anticipated arts uses. Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space Potential Design Concepts by Harry Teague Architects Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space Potential Design Concepts by Harry Teague Architects Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Town of Vail | Art in Public Places | artinvail.com Ford Park Art Space Funding and Further Design Development COST AND FUNDING Based on a construction cost per square foot, final design and construction documents, FFE, permits, construction management and site work we believe the project will cost $850,000 including the contingency. AIPP would allocate $250,000 from existing funds in the AIPP “destination art” account towards this project. AIPP would like to request the balance of $600,000 funding from the RETT budget. ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL Provide direction to AIPP for the designated Art Space in Ford Park to be repurposed into a viable and dedicated visual arts facility for the community. AIPP BOARD & STAFF RECOMMENDATION AIPP Board & Staff recommends pursuing further design development for option 3 with Harry Teague Architects and proceed to construction documents for a 2022 Town of Vail project. Final budget authorization would take place during the 2022 budget process. Final project award by Vail Town Council would take place in early 2022. 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