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OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS
Overview
The ArtsXchange is seeking creative proposals from Metro Atlanta artist to paint a mural on the front entrance of our building. We believe that art has the power to transform a place and inspire people. Submit your proposal for a chance to be selected, and leave a mark on the East Point and South Fulton community.
Submission Details
The scope of this project is to paint a community-centered mural on the outside of the ArtsXchange, approximately 25’W x 22’2’H, in East Point, Georgia (see area highlighted below). The mural will be located on the Newnan Street side of the building. It will serve to enhance the appearance of the building, enrich the cultural and aesthetic quality of the neighborhood, and contribute to our presence in the community.
Design Criteria
The ArtsXchange is a creative space that houses artists, a community garden, and presents arts events. We are committed to the arts as a means to achieve social and economic justice. We are multicultural multidisciplinary and intergenerational. We seek mural proposals that encompasses who we are, and that artistically expresses our identity.
If you are interested, please send an email to admin@artsxchange.org and include any website URLs, resumes, work examples, letter of interest that includes your experience, and if desired a sketch or description of your initial thoughts. Applications must be received by August 13, 2023 midnight. Please include your email and contact information.
The budget for this project is between $10, 000 - $15,000 which includes all costs for the design, materials, installation, labor, insurance, transportation, and any other for completion of artwork.
*Concepts or ideas submitted will remain the sole property of the artist and will not be used in any other means than the selection process.
Important dates
Deadline for Submission: August 13, 2023
Finalists Notified: August 22, 2023
Artist contracting: August 23 - 31, 2023
Installation Timeline: September – October, 2023
