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In Summary:
Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs is seeking artists to create artwork for the new Orange County Animal Services facility. The $145,500 commission calls for playful, positive, and family-friendly art that complements the building’s mission of animal care and adoption. Applications are due January 13, 2026, through the CaFÉ Call for Entry system.
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Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs is seeking applications from individual artists or artist teams to develop artwork for the new Orange County Animal Services facility. This modern, family-oriented facility aims to foster a welcoming environment dedicated to the humane treatment, respect, and protection of all animals. It serves as a safe, compassionate space where displaced animals can find lifelong homes.
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The new Orange County Animal Services facility will feature a two-story design. The first floor will include dog kennels and designated indoor and outdoor areas for pet interactions. The second floor will be dedicated to feline care and housing. Art should be visually engaging, lively, positive, playful, and suitable for children of all ages and their pets. Let’s get them seen, let’s get them home!
Key Points:
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Artists or artist teams are invited to apply for a public art commission valued at $145,500.
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The artwork will be installed at the new two-story Orange County Animal Services facility.
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Art should be lively, positive, playful, and appropriate for children and pets.
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Finalists will receive a $1,500 design stipend.
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Applications are due by January 13, 2026, at 11:59 pm via CaFÉ.
WHAT:
Public Art Opportunity for Orange County’s Animal Services
Finalist Design Stipend: $1,500
Commission: $145,500
DEADLINE:
January 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
WHERE:
CaFÉ Call for Entry Application
https://tinyurl.com/3bm25ks7
