Community Vibrancy Mural: Call for Artists

Overview

United Arts of Central Florida seeks a professional visual artist or artist team to design and install a large-scale public mural on an exterior wall at East End Market. The mural is part of the Community Vibrancy Program, a donor-supported initiative investing in place-based public art to strengthen neighborhood identity and enhance community vitality.

Project Details

The mural site consists of three recessed exterior wall spaces, each 8 feet wide by 8 feet high. Artists may propose a unified design connecting the spaces or treat them as related but distinct panels. The design must be noncommercial (no logos, branding, or advertising) and appropriate for public viewing, reflecting neighborhood identity and community context.

Theme

Florida birds, with a preference for endangered Florida birds. Designs must include an integrated acknowledgment panel recognizing the artist, donors, United Arts of Central Florida, Audubon Park Garden District, and East End Market.

Eligibility

• Professional visual artists or artist teams
• Must reside in Lake, Orange, Osceola, or Seminole Counties
• Demonstrated experience in murals or large-scale public art

What to Submit

• Statement of Interest (1 page max) describing your experience with public murals, approach to community-based work, and how you approach projects focused on neighborhood identity
• Artist Vision and Conceptual Approach describing your vision, themes, concepts, and inspiration (detailed renderings not required)
• Up to three images illustrating your concept approach (prior work or informal reference images)
• Work samples from past completed projects

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the United Arts Grants Portal. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Selected Artist Requirements

• Enter into a contract with United Arts of Central Florida
• Provide completed W-9 and required tax documentation
• Carry and maintain general liability insurance for the duration of the project
• Provide proof of insurance prior to project start
• Be responsible for proper surface preparation and application of protective clear coat (graffiti guard)
• Comply with all contract terms, City of Orlando review requirements, and partner collaboration

Selection Process

Artist selection and concept approval involves United Arts of Central Florida, project donors, Audubon Park Garden District, and the property owner. Selection considers artistic quality and strength, demonstrated experience with murals, submitted conceptual approach, appropriateness for public viewing, and ability to collaborate with partners and comply with City requirements.