Creative · Award
First Plinth: Public ArtAward 2027
Days left10w leftJanuary 12, 2027
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First Plinth is a public art opportunity designed to help sculptors develop their careers through the creation of large-scale public artworks. The competition invites artists to submit proposals for a sculpture that could be displayed at the Royal Society of Sculptors' Dora House location. Up to five shortlisted artists receive financial support to develop and present a model of their proposed sculpture. The overall winner receives a major commission to produce a public artwork.
Requirements checklist
- 01
Submit an original sculpture proposal.
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Provide images and supporting details of previous work.
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Demonstrate the ability to develop a sculpture suitable for public exhibition.
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Submit the required application materials.
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Pay the applicable submission fee.