Guidelines
Interested artists take note of the following guidelines to apply:
- Artists must be a Pinellas County Resident or have strong community ties to Pinellas County and if selected to do the project will be asked to complete a W9 and will need to provide proof of insurance during the onsite painting dates of the project.
- A short biography or resume
- 4-10 photographs of four or more works, including at least one mural of your design or have been lead on the painting team.
- A brief written summary or description of your idea of approaching the project to meet City of South Pasadena goals of transforming the environment, creating appealing spaces, and reflecting the art goals of each location.
- Artists can submit one application for all locations or can select just one location they are interested in applying for.
- Please do not submit final designs for this project in your application, it limits the process when evaluating you as an artist overall.
- Contact information for 3 references from past mural work or art show curator
- Link to website and social media sites
- Please do not apply if you have completed a mural for Creative Pinellas in the last 12 months as we would like to create as many opportunities for as many artists as possible.
Applications are due by January 24, 2024, at 11:59 pm EST via online application. Link to application supplied in Apply Button below.
Artists who applied for the first South Pasadena mural round are encouraged to apply for this second round. Artists will need to fill out a new application.
Application Information
Each application submitted between December 12, 2023 and January 24, 2024, at 11:59 pm will undergo a review process by a panel consisting of a South Pasadena City Representative, a representative from each business, a Mural Artist, and an Art Curator. Artists will be notified of the results no later than February 12, 2024 (Please note that the City Commission meeting may impact the notification timeline). Artists who are not selected will also receive a notification at that time.
Once notified, the selected artist will receive detailed measurements and photos of their assigned location. Artists will also have the opportunity to schedule an in-person meeting with Creative Pinellas, the City of Pasadena Representative, and the business owner of the awarded location. This meeting will involve a tour of the space and will take place within one week of the selection date.
Following the site review and meeting with Creative Pinellas, the City Representative, and the business owner, the artist will be required to submit three (3) Mural Final Design proposals for approval. Edits can be requested for the artist to review if a design cannot be agreed upon within the first three designs. This is a collaborative project and feedback from stakeholders should be expected for the designs.
*All dates are tentative and subject to change
Locations*
Kimberly Nails: 800 Pasadena Ave S
150 sq/ft paintable space 9’x17’
Budget: $1,700 artist stipend
Materials: $500 (This location will not have a pod due to parking space)
South Pasadena Shopping Center: 6894 Gulfport Blvd S
1100 sq/ft paintable space 20’x 54’ (Wall faces Pasadena Ave S)
Budget $12,000 artist stipend
Materials: $2,000 (Lift will be provided at no cost to artist for agreed-upon time frame)
Pasadena Bar and Grill: 796 Pasadena Ave S
385 sq/ft paintable space 11’x32′
Budget: $5,000 artist stipend
Materials: $1,000
*All dates and Locations are subject to change
Budget
The artist stipend will be:
Kimberly’s Nails
$1,700 artist fee / up to $500.00 for materials and supplies
Pasadena Shopping Center
$12,000 artist fee / up to $2,000.00 for materials and supplies
Pasadena Bar and Grill
$5,000 artist fee / up to $1,000.00 for materials and supplies
Materials and Equipment Notes
- Surfaces will be pressure washed and primed before the artist starts work.
- A storage pod 8’ x 8’ x 7’ will be provided by Creative Pinellas if needed and will not be subtracted from the Artist Fee or materials budget.
- A generator and paint sprayer can be supplied for the project from Creative Pinellas, depending on availability at no charge to Artist.
- A lift will be supplied If needed and will not be subtracted from Artist fees. Artists must commit to a specific time frame for lift use to ensure that the project does not go over budget.
Art Goals
The South Pasadena Mural Project is a collaborative initiative designed to create visually appealing spaces that inspire, captivate, and showcase the distinctive qualities that make South Pasadena special while enhancing the aesthetics of the commercial corridor. The objective is to encourage people to pause, admire remarkable murals, and discover what South Pasadena has to offer both residents and visitors, instilling a sense of pride in the local community and businesses.
Call To Artists Important Dates:
Second Cycle
- Call for Entries Open: December 12, 2023
- Artist information meeting (zoom with stakeholders): Week of Dec. 19, 2023
- Call for Entries Close: January 24, 2024 (made this longer to adjust for holidays)
- Selected Artists will be notified by: February 12, 2024 (City Commission meeting may impact notification date)
- Artist/ Partner Meetings: within 1 week of selection date
- Three Mural Final Design must be submitted by: Feb. 28, 2024
- Approved no later than: March 8, 2024
- Possible start date: March 11, 2024
- Walkthrough and completion date: No later than April 29, 2024
- Touch Ups (if needed): 3 days to complete touch ups after walk through
Questions
For additional information or any questions, please contact Cory Robinson at Muralarts@creativepinellas.org
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