APPLY VIA LINK ----- https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=15500 ----- The Norfolk Art Commission Wants to Hire an Experienced Public Artist to Mentor 4 Local Artists We are seeking a professional public artist to mentor four emerging local artists in Hampton Roads. Norfolk has a thriving community of talented artists, but many of them lack experience in public art. The selected Mentor Artist will guide four mentees interested in pursuing careers in public art, helping them to develop their skills as they navigate the public art field. The Mentor Artist will assist with reviewing applications, interviewing finalists and selecting the four mentees. Additionally, the Mentor Artist will be responsible for ensuring that the four public art projects are successfully built, meeting all necessary requirements and deadlines. The Mentor will receive a $250,000 contract, which includes a $50,000 stipend. Each mentee will receive a $50,000 subcontract through the Mentor to create a public artwork at one of four designated sites. (The total budget for the program is $250,000.) This program offers the Mentor Artist a chance to expand their legacy and have a lasting impact on the next generation of public artists. By providing guidance and encouragement, the selected Mentor Artist will help mentees stay focused, motivated and accountable in their artistic development, bolstering their confidence and visibility, and boosting their career advancement. PROJECT SITES: Four sites have been selected for a work of art by a mentee artist. The sites are a neighborhood branch library, a community center, a police station and a park. PROJECT FUNDS: Up to three finalists for the Mentor Artist may be selected to be interviewed in a virtual meeting by the Norfolk Arts Commission. The stipend for this position is $50,000. The Mentor Artist will be responsible for subcontracting and mentoring four diverse local artists, who will each complete a $50,000 project. The total budget for the program is $250,000. All the selected artists, including the Mentor and the mentees, must carry a commercial general liability insurance policy that names the City of Norfolk as an additional insured. The certificates of insurance must guarantee 30 days’ written notice before any changes become effective. Such insurance can be purchased, and the certificate presented, after the first payment to each artist is made. If an artist employs anyone in connection with this work, the artist must carry a worker’s compensation insurance policy and an automobile liability insurance policy, if appropriate. All artists in the program (including the Mentor and mentees) who employ anyone in connection with this project must carry a worker’s compensation insurance policy and an automobile liability insurance policy, if appropriate. The Mentor Artist will ensure the other artists’ compliance with this policy.

A mural to highlight the connection between environmental and labor justice

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 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 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

APPLY HERE -- https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=15036 -- Mural at Caldwell Lounge for College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS) -- North Carolina State University seeks qualifications from artists to create a mural in Caldwell Hall Lounge for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS). This project aims to visually represent and celebrate CHASS’s role in shaping responsible innovation through deep thinking, cultural understanding, and human-centered approaches to solving complex global challenges. The college envisions the mural as a source of inspiration and pride for students, faculty, staff, alumni and visitors, while also reinforcing a sense of community and contributing to NC State’s esteemed collection of public art on campus. As a liberal arts college within a STEM-intensive university, CHASS leverages critical thinking and expertise in the human experience to inform advancements in science and technology. Home to more than 4,500 students and 43,000 living alumni, CHASS produces versatile graduates who excel in fields ranging from health care and public service to technology, media and beyond. Rooted in a heart-driven approach, CHASS embodies NC State’s “Think and Do” mantra by extending expertise to communities, solving real-world problems and bridging the gap between academia and society. This mural is a key component of a broader CHASS brand refresh initiative, which aims to elevate the college’s identity and communicate its vital contributions to the university, the state and the world.