A mural to highlight the connection between environmental and labor justice

APPLY HERE -- https://www.publicartist.org/artist/call.cfm?id=6976 -- Call Summary The Mount Rainier Arts Commission is currently accepting qualifications for a building wrap mural located at 3510 Rhode Island Avenue in the City of Mount Rainier, MD. The building is adjacent to a main thoroughfare into Washington, DC and will be viewed by tens of thousands of commuters daily. Part of the Gateway Arts District, Mount Rainier is home to over 150 art studios that contribute to the enrichment of the community. Budget Description Up to three finalists will be selected and given a $600 stipend to develop a proposal for a mural project at 3510 Rhode Island Avenue. One artist will be selected for this project and awarded $17,500 to complete the mural. The budget awarded must cover all expenses associated with the creation of the mural, which includes but are not limited to travel, paint/media, materials, wall preparation, and scaffolding or lift. Artist will be liable for property damage or personal injury during installation; proof of insurance will be required for the final selectee. Project Description The mural will be installed on the front and sides of 3510 Rhode Island Avenue, as well as a retaining wall to the south of the building (see purple areas of images attached below). This building is home to Station 3510, a dynamic artist space that hosts exhibitions, classes, and events. The exterior walls are painted brick, and the retaining wall is concrete. The condition of the surfaces is good, clean, and will be power washed prior to the mural installation. The selected artists will be expected to use appropriate materials to ensure the artwork does not require maintenance for 10 years. The available design space includes the entire front and side facades of the building, excluding windows, as well as the attached retaining wall. Complete coverage isn’t necessary and is dependent on the design of the mural. The front facade is approximately 48' W and 30' H. The north side facade is approximately 37’ W x 24’ H. The south side facade is approximately 27’ W x 19.25’ H with a grade change at ground level. The retaining wall is approximately 75’ W x 4’ H. Exact dimensions and schematics will be provided to finalists. Artwork Goals The Arts Commission seeks a contemporary artwork that will enrich our community. Mount Rainier celebrates artists’ individual visions. Content and concept are up to the artist, but artists are expected to consider feedback from public review sessions. The Arts Commission believes in human artists; we will not accept AI-generated artwork.

APPLY HERE -- https://www.midatlanticarts.org/opportunity/folk-and-traditional-arts-community-grants/ -- Mid Atlantic Arts’ Folk and Traditional Arts Community Projects grants fund projects that support the vitality of traditional arts and cultures in the mid-Atlantic region. Folk and Traditional Arts Community Projects grants fund projects that support the vitality of traditional arts and cultures in the mid-Atlantic region. Non-profit organizations in DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, USVI, PR, or WV may apply for $1,000 to $7,000 grants. A 1:1 match is required. Eligible project activities may include performances, public art collaborations, workshops/trainings, exhibitions, fieldwork/documentation, and creation of new traditional work. Mid Atlantic Arts encourages projects that cross state/territory borders, as well as projects that support or engage underserved or underrepresented artists, practitioners, traditions, or constituents. Grant support range: $1,000 – $7,000

APPLY VIA LINK (copy and paste link into new window): https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=15447 ________________________ install a single mural across three walking mall store fronts (54 S Loudoun Street to 102 S Loudoun Street), with approximate dimensions of 12’ high by 62.5’ wide. The mural will stretch over the second story brick facade of Rhythm Studio & Dance Wear, a currently vacant storefront, and Thinker Toys. The mural will be across from a public “splash pad” that sees a high volume of young child and family use throughout the summer. The theme for the project is youth literacy and the vision is to have a mural that feels immersive and feels like it tells a story. Photo of wall can be found on the Reference page

Lumino is a mascara and hand painted tshirt brand originating from Phila., PA.. We are currently seeking street/graffiti artist to hand paint tshirts.

APPLY VIA LINK >> https://muralartsinstitute.com/opportunities/request-for-qualifications-rfq-riverview-wellness-village-meeting-house/ << The Porch Light Department at Mural Arts Philadelphia is pleased to announce a public art opportunity for a professional artist to create murals for the Riverview Wellness Village Meeting House. Located at 7979 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, this initiative will feature murals in the entry corridor and potentially an exterior entrance space of the facility.