Mission statement To give and install sculpture by artist, Craig Frederick, to entities (organizations, neighborhoods, institutions for worship, schools, clubs, etc.) that have the need (can demonstrate the benefit), but do not have the means to afford. The premise From The Remarks by Dr. Richard L. Judd, President Central Connecticut State University A Forum on Public Art/Produced by Craig Frederick September 14, 2001 "...Public Art (in fact all art) opens up possibilities for all of us to make unexpected and wonderful connections between the image, sculpture, mural, or whatever combination of things it is, between that art and our own lives, among other works of art, and between art as artifact and other things we know about the human condition. The interpretation and existence of public art helps us develop a well-educated citizenry, able to analyze arguments, see connections, and make responsible interpretations about the world: its past, present and future." In my experience as a sculptor, in lectures, workshops, exhibitions, and my own observations of people viewing the sculptures I have made, I have noticed a surprising therapeutic value. I have seen the faces of children living in difficult urban environments light up with wonder tugging at their parents' hands to share in their delight and intrigue. I have seen this same light among the faces of adults dealing with many of life's misfortunes and/or personal ailments and I have witnessed unusually positive reactions and responses from patients suffering from various forms of brain trauma. Sculpture is so much more than decoration and can make a valuable difference. Even though some art is "Public," too many segments of the world are not able to gain access and remain isolated from the above stated value. The many "not-for-profit" institutions that serve these populations are cash poor and totally dependent on contributions to meet their immediate needs. Art can not fit on their wish list. Many of these institutions and represented populations remain isolated from the more fortunate. The HART Project can give the benefits of sculpture to these populations, one at a time, and help bridge this gap of isolation. How it works For selected projects, I am able to donate my design and time/labor, but unfortunately can not afford to donate the high costs of making sculptures. With the participation of a benefactor (individual, group, or company responsible for the project's expense budget), we are able to design, make, and install a site specific sculpture to an approved applicant free of charge to the applicant.   The Equation Benefactor + Artist + Applicant = A well-placed work of art Give money required to cover material costs Give design, labor Non-profit organization serving needy population with accessible public space Requirements Contribution to community Patronage of an artist Tax benefit Money well-spent Contribution to community Cost of materials covered Exposure of work Time well-spent Eyes opened, minds expanded Environments beautified Community recognition Space well-used Benefits First HART project completed The Applicant: The Friendship Service Center. New Britain, CT. The Benefactor: Dr. Anthony Lachman - philanthropist, community leader & renowned cardiologist The Site: Located on the corners of Arch Street, Grand and Prospect Street, The Friendship Center's newly landscaped courtyard is an ideal setting for a semipublic outdoor sculpture. The site offers both an intimate, protected sense of privacy and a full 360 degree viewable area by pedestrian and vehicular traffic (view installation). The HART Project Application Application Requirements Interested parties must submit a complete application. Application calls for specifics such as a detailed description of the proposed site, photograph or video of the site, and a description of how the project can benefit the environment and people represented by the applicant. Applicant must submit documentation of a "not-for-profit" (501-C3) status or provide an organization with such documentation and status that is willing and legally able to serve as the applicant's fiduciary agent. Download application form (HARTapp.pdf) Questions can be e-mailed to Craig Frederick at SculptByC@earthlink.net