Reminder: This form will close at 11:59 pm CST, on July 16, 2026 

 

Art on the Horizon

As part of DFW International Airport terminal expansion project, the airport’s reimagined plan for public art at the Airport marks a transformative commitment to integrate about a dozen new artworks into redesigned Terminals C and Terminal F from 2026 to 2030.

Thoughtfully placed throughout the terminals, each artwork will be selected based on its ability to inspire wonder and discovery, transforming the airport into a cultural hub.

To ensure a rigorous selection process, an Airport Art Advisory Committee has been assembled, composed of recognized local arts professionals with diverse backgrounds and expertise from Dallas and Fort Worth. Their guidance will help ensure the highest artistic standards.

Current Open Call

Call C: Terminal C Phase 2 (North)

Call C offers two art opportunities, open to emerging to established artists — and welcomes submissions from local, national and international artists of various backgrounds.

Read more about the opportunities at: https://www.dfwairport.com/explore/art/ 

Status: Accepting Applications Until 11:59 CST on July 16, 2026

Applying to more than one opportunity will disqualify you or your team from all opportunities in this call.

There are approximately 20 questions to help streamline application review times. 

We encourage applicants to dedicate time to read through each question carefully and craft thoughtful responses. 

 

Questions Period: June 15 – June 30, 2026 If you have any questions about the public art opportunity or the application process for Call C, please email DFWart@MASSIVart.com and register for the virtual information session on June 29, 2026. Register for the Virtual June 29th Information Session  Here

By continuing, you are confirming your application to B1. Suspended Artwork,
Terminal C North Exit Canyon

Applying to more than one opportunity will disqualify you or your team from all opportunities in this call.

To review all Call C opportunities, please see the "Apply: Call for Artists" tab. 

Your application must include the following to be considered:  

1. Artistic Statement and Biography (1-page / 500-word limit) 
   • Describe your artistic practice, the themes, or concepts that drive your work, and what you aim to communicate through your art. Include a short overview of your career as an artist, highlighting key achievements, exhibitions, awards, education, and any relevant experience.
2. Letter of Interest. (1-page / 500-word limit)
   • Describe why you are interested in the opportunity, highlight relevant experience, discuss how you plan to achieve the artwork objectives, and outline a preliminary approach.
3. Resume / CV (2-page limit per team member).
   • Include current professional experience, past public art experience, awards and achievements, along with other relevant information. For artist teams, please include a CV for each team member, along with each team member's name, address, email, webpage, and phone number.
4. Portfolio (2-page limit per project/artwork).  
   • Include 3-6 previous projects (preferably ones that are completed and installed). For each project, provide the following: 
     1. Title
     2. Medium
     3. Dimensions
     4. Project Budget (USD)
     5. Year Completed
     6. Location
     7. Short Artwork Description (250 words max)
     8. A maximum of 3 photographs per project, including images of the completed project (i.e., artwork installed in place) and renderings of in-progress design.

Professional Artist Career Levels:

• Emerging or Early Career: The artist or artist team is in the early stages of building recognition for their sculptural or 3D art, typically with local or regional visibility. Emerging artists may have 0–4 years of professional experience working in sculptural or 3D art, or may be experienced artists who have recently shifted their focus to these forms.
• Mid-career: The artist or artist team has developed a consistent body of sculptural or 3D art with a defining style, achieving local, regional, or even national recognition. These artists may have a breadth of professional achievements, such as solo and group exhibitions, grants, or awards specific to 3D art. While not strictly tied to years of experience, mid-career artists in this category typically have 5–9 years of practice with sculptural or 3D art.
• Established: The artist or artist team has an extensive body of sculptural or 3D art and consistently garners national or international recognition. These artists are often noted for their significant contributions to the field of 3D art. While not strictly categorized by years, established artists in this area often have over 10 years of experience developing their practice in sculptural or 3D art.

Part 4: References

Please provide two references. Please provide the contact information for two professional or educational references, including their name, phone number, and email address.

The artists retain attribution (named author of the work) and integrity rights that they have or may have in the artworks created for the Project. The artist understands that the artwork will be part of the Client’s collection and will be associated with its activities.

The artist therefore does not consider the following acts to constitute a violation of the artist’s moral rights:

• Allowing the client to change the presentation and placement of the artwork over time or choose not to exhibit the artwork;
• Engaging in maintenance and the conservation or restoration of the artwork;
• Lending the artwork;
• Selling or donating the artwork;
• Deaccessioning or removal or disposal of the artwork from the collection;
• The artist will also grant the client an irrevocable right to make video recordings and/or take photographs of the artwork for the purposes of creating marketing and promotional material or small scale reproduction.

*Client will not distort or modify the design intent of the artwork unless required for maintenance, safety, or functionality within the Airport.

Thank you for completing your application. 

Please keep the following in mind when submitting:

• Ensure your application is complete and accurate to the best of your knowledge. Once submitted, no further changes can be made.

• If your application includes multiple images, the upload process may take up to 20 minutes. A stable high-speed internet connection is recommended.

• Upon successful submission, you will receive an email confirmation with a copy of your responses. Please check your spam and junk folder for this email. 

  

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