Call for Artists from Tualatin Riverkeepers – Paid Mural Opportunity

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Dear Local Artists,

Tualatin Riverkeepers, in partnership with the City of Tualatin, is excited to announce a Call for Artists for a unique sidewalk mural project that brings together community art and environmental awareness.

We are seeking a local artist to design and paint a sidewalk mural that highlights the connection between storm drains and the Tualatin River. Many people don’t realize that runoff from our streets flows directly into our local streams and river—this mural will help raise awareness and inspire action to protect our waterways.

The selected artist will receive:

• A $1,500 commission
• A platform to create public art that celebrates the cultural diversity of Washington County and makes a lasting impact
• The opportunity to share your art with the community and acknowledgement/celebration of your work

 

Mural Details:

• The mural will be installed in Tualatin along the storm drain is on SW Boones Ferry Rd, on the north side of the street just east of the new riverfront park sign. Pictured here.

• Artwork must include the text “Drains to Tualatin River” in English, Spanish, or Arabic
• Painted on a 4 ft x 10 ft rectangular surface using latex paint (materials provided by TRK) and sealed with a non-slip coating

 

Artist Requirements:

• Submit a design proposal in PDF format by May 9, 2025, at 5:00 PM
• Prepare the selected site prior to installation
• Collaborate with Tualatin Riverkeepers and the City on installation, to be completed the first week of June
• Be willing to participate in a potential community education event following the mural’s completion

 

Design Guidelines and Submission Instructions:

• Submit up to two mural design proposals in PDF format
• Each design should indicate the intended shape (rectangular or square), color palette, and a brief explanation of how it incorporates environmental themes and reflects the cultural diversity of Washington County
• Include a short artist bio or statement
• Provide a statement confirming your availability to complete the mural in June 2025
• Email all materials to Chris Johnston at chris@tualatinriverkeepers.org

 

Selection Process: The City of Tualatin Arts Advisory Committee will review submissions at the May 20 Advisory Committee and select the final design based on the following criteria:

1. Artistic quality and impact
2. Integration of an environmental theme
3. Representation of Washington County’s cultural diversity

For more information, please visit our website: TualatinRiverkeepers.org

If you have any questions, contact Chris Johnston at chris@tualatinriverkeepers.org.

Please feel free to share this opportunity with other local artists—your help spreading the word is greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
Chris
Tualatin Riverkeepers