The Arts Council for Long Beach is seeking applications for its Public Art Mural Program.
Donor Name: Arts Council for Long Beach
State: California
City: Long Beach
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/05/2022
Details:
This program is designed to enhance the local environment, promoting enjoyment and understanding of public art by inviting emerging artists to contribute to the City’s collection of neighborhood murals. This program provides funding for artists proposing mural installations at a public facility through one-time grant funding for design, installation, and ongoing maintenance that uplifts highlights, and embraces the layers of history and culture of Long Beach.
Grants under this program will be awarded to support the design, creation, and ongoing maintenance of a mural on an approved public facility in the City of Long Beach. This amount will include the muralists’ fee and all purchases toward mural materials (including primer, varnish, ladders, scissor lifts, scaffolding, exterior latex or acrylic paint, etc.)
Eligible Expenses
- Project Site Mural Preparation
- Power washing and clearing of debris.
- Rental fees for equipment
- Community Engagement
- Materials, supplies, rental costs associated with conducting community outreach, and engagement directly associated with the mural project proposals.
- Artist Renderings
- Muralist fee for initial conceptual design
- Muralist Installation Fee
- Muralist fee for a one-time installment of the mural.
- Ongoing Maintenance: Artist Restoration Stipends
- Stipends associated with repairing mural defacement
- Funds held in the ArtsLB Mural Maintenance Fund for future maintenance of the mural as needed
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this grant, artists must demonstrate a strong interest in creating public art, and be registered with the Arts Council for Long Beach (ACLB) Artist Registry. Strong preference will be given to Long Beach residents or those with a deep connection or commitment to Long Beach.
For more information, visit Public Art Mural Program.
