IDSDC - FH Sister Cities Wayfinder Application-signed

ARTWORK DONATION APPLICATION
DONOR
Name(s) International Dark Sky Discovery Center
Organization (if applicable):
(Please check one: ___ Individual(s) ___ Corporation ___ Not-for-Profit ___Other (specify: _______________________________)
Address
12845 N La Montana Dr
City State Zip Code Country
Fountain Hills AZ 85268 USA
Phone 480-478-3417 Fax Email info@darkskycenter.org
(Please check one):
Donation to be commissioned under the guidance of the History & Culture Advisory Commission
Donation of existing artwork as approved by the History and Culture Advisory Commission
X Donation for Development Percent for Public Art (Please go to Percent for Development Option)
Conflict of Interest: Disclose whether the donor has any active contracts with the City or is involved in any stage
of negotiations for a City contract.
The IDSDC has a long-term lease agreement with the Town of Fountain Hills.
ARTIST
Name Alias (If applicable)
Mark Carroll
Nationality Birth Date Death Date (If applicable)
USA
Address
6051 E Hidden Valley Dr #4
City State Zip Code Country
Cave Creek AZ 85331 USA
Phone Fax Email
480-310-4822 mark.carroll@thesculpturestudio.com
Website
www.thesculpturestudio.com
Artist Representation/Gallery Name (If applicable)
The Sculpture Studio
Artist Representation/Gallery Address
6051 E Hidden Valley Dr #4
City State Zip Code Country
Cave Creek AZ 85331 USA
Phone Fax Email
480-310-4822 mark.carroll@thesculpturestudio.com
Website
www.thesculpturestudio.com
12/18/2024

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For donations of commissioned artwork, please explain the method used in the selection of the artist.
Mark Carroll was selected by Fountain Hills Sister Cities from a list of 4 prospective artists that could
create a sculpture made of metal and stone. FHSC thoroughly vetted the artists and selected Mark
Carroll based on his enthusiasm for the project and input on conceptual design prior to the work being
awarded.
ARTWORK
Title
Fountain Hills Sister Cities 25th Anniversary Wayfinder Monument
Artwork type (e.g., painting, print, drawing, sculpture) Medium: include all materials
Sculpture aluminum, steel, UV-resistant urethane pigments
Description of Artwork
The welded steel base is patina-finished to simulate the mountains surrounding Fountain Hills. On the front of the monument
is an engraved black and silver 3D relief plaque with a color FHSC logo and description of the FHSC program, and its 25th
annivesrary serving the Fountain Hills community. On the back is a weld bead depiction of the fountain. Mounted into the
36" D x 48" W x 48" H steel base is an 8' tall wayfinder street sign showing the direction and distance to the 3 current Sister Cities
partners with room for expansion to include future partners.
Creation Date Dimensions and Weight
September 2025 36" Deep x 48" Wide x 96" Tall
Anticipated Life Expectancy of the Artwork
25+ years
Finishes applied to surface
Patina (rusted) steel base, UV-resistant urethane pigments on plaque and wayfinder signs.
Construction technique(s)
Metal cutting and welding, internally bolted assembly of fluted dark bronze street pole to base, frame- bolted
wayfinder signs to street pole with artistic bronze brackets and acorn top finial.
If this artwork is part of a series or group, what is the total number in the series or group?
If this artwork is part of an edition, what is the edition number of this piece, and the total edition size?
Describe frame, if any. Describe base or pedestal, if any.
Welded steel internal frame with which to 5' X 5' X 5" thick concrete pad. 3000 PSI Concrete. Wire
attach custom cut steel plates that will mesh reinforcement 6" X 6" - W1.4 /W1.4
serve as the outer skin of the welded base. or similar alternative on 2" chairs
Describe any accompanying accessories.
Concrete mounting base will be provided at chosen location. The remainder of the monument will be assembled
(or partially assembled) prior to delivery to chosen site adjacent to the IDSDC.
Current location of artwork
The Sculpture Studio, Cave Creek, AZ

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Proposed site for placement (if applicable)
Sculpture to be installed upon a concrete pad adjacent to the main entrance on the north side of
the building.
For memorials, describe the person or event to be commemorated, and explain why this person or event
deserves special recognition.
The monument is a recognition and commemoration of FHSC's 25 year anniversary of community service to the
Town of Fountain Hills and its ongoing legacy of engaging with students and adult volunteers who manage
international relationships with its Sister Cities partners around the world.
ARTWORK HISTORY
Provenance/Past Owners: List all past owners and period of ownership for each. A separate page can be
submitted.
Exhibition History: List the exhibition history including exhibition titles, venues and dates for each.
Publications and References: List all publications about and references to the artwork.
COPYRIGHT OWNERSHIP
Name of current copyright owner Title
Address
City State Zip Code Country
Phone Fax Email
If the donor is the current copyright owner, does the donor intend to transfer the copyright to the Town of
Fountain Hills should the donation be accepted by the Town?
ARTWORK VALUATION (per appraisal)
Fair Market Value $
$11,800
How was this fair market value determined and by whom?
Eligible Costs for Calculating Contribution
- Professional artist's budget, artist fees, materials, labor costs, permits, taxes, business & legal expenses
- Fabrication and installation of artwork, including base and/or foundation
- Site prep for artwork
- Structures enabling artist to display the artwork
- Documentation of artwork
- Acknowledgment plaque

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CONDITION
Describe the current condition of the artwork noting any existing breaks, tears, scratches, abrasions, paint losses,
or other insecurities or defects in the artwork.
N/A - new
If the artwork has been conserved, describe the conservation treatment and name of conservator.
Provide recommendations for routine maintenance of artwork. Indicate whether these recommendations were
provided by a conservator.
Annual cleaning of signs and plaque to prevent dust and rainwater scale buildup.
(Optional) Provide recommendations for security, installation, transportation and/or storage.
For donations of commissioned artwork, please outline the installation plan.
Landscape company to build concrete pad during landscape installation. IDSDC to coordinate transport
of sculpture to site and installation with artist. Town Staff will be notified in advance of installation.
OTHER REQUIRED MATERIALS
Please submit the following materials along with this completed form.
 Artist’s résumé and bio
 Digital, color images of past artwork by artist
 For commissioned artwork, color renderings or maquettes of proposed artwork
 Maps or images of proposed site for artwork
 Itemized list of any costs to be borne by the Town for transportation, installation, exhibition, operation,
maintenance, conservation, and/or security
 For commissioned artwork, an itemized budget for design, fabrication, and installation
 For commissioned artwork, a timeline for design, fabrication, and installation
 Exhibition catalogs, publications and/or references, if available
 Formal, written appraisal for any artwork with a fair market value of $10,000 or more
 Condition report, if available
 Conservator’s report, if applicable
 Proof of authenticity, if available
 Any other information relevant to the artwork

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DEVELOPMENT PERCENT FOR PUBLIC ART
_____________)
Development
International Dark Sky Discovery Center
Description
Nonprofit, 23,000 square foot STEM education facility featuring observatory, planetarium, theatre, exhibit
hall, classroom space.
Total Project Cost as Determined by Town Staff
$__________________ $14,900,000
Total Calculated Percent Requirement as Determined by Town Staff
• 1% of Total Project Cost for projects of $1 million or less;
• ¾% of Total Project Cost for projects with a value between $1 million and $10 million; or
X • ½% of Total Project Cost for projects with a Total Construction Cost over $10 million.
$__________________ $74,500
(Please check one):
Developer chooses to make donation to Public Art Fund
Amount Received $ ___________________Payment Type________________________
x Developer chooses meet percent requirement with on-site art installation please fill out Artwork Donation
Application and reference the Town of Fountain Hills Public Art Master Plan.)
Developer chooses to donate an artwork to the Town of Fountain Hills (please fill out Artwork Donation
Application and reference the Town of Fountain Hills Public Art Master Plan.)
DONOR’S AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE A DONATION REVIEW
Authorized signature Title
Board President, IDSDC
Print name Date
Joe Bill
10-22-2026
STAFF ONLY
Received by Date