Request for Qualifications
Deadline to submit: Closed
Las Cruces Public Art is seeking an artist for a mural to be painted with community involvement on the parking lot wall at 906 N Tornillo Street. The design will be in paint-by-number style so that community members of varying ages and artistic abilities can help paint the mural.
At least three qualified candidates will be invited to submit a proposal including a concept design. Each artist will receive a $250 honorarium for their proposal and concept drawing. The Mural Selection Committee will decide the winning proposal and present to the City Art Board at the monthly meeting in April.
Key Goals of the Community Mural Project
- To bring the community together in an engaging and creative process while beautifying a key public space.
- Use a paint-by-numbers approach with thick lines between blocks of color (like stained glass), making it possible for community members of widely varying ages and artistic talents to help paint the mural during a one-day public event
In alignment with these goals, the mural design should use abstract-style elements in a colorful composition, and be family-friendly.
Budget – $10,000
Budget for performing the scope of work includes but is not limited to all materials, equipment, labor, insurance, artist fees, and taxes. There is no other funding available.
Location – The parking lot is adjacent to A. Fielder Memorial Safe Haven (Safe Haven) located at 906 N Tornillo Street. The facility provides young people and community residents with a secure neighborhood center where children can gather daily in a safe and fun environment. The parking lot wall is used by both staff and visitors.
Size – The wall space for the mural is approximately 68 in. high by 60 ft. long textured cinder block wall with a rough surface. (see photo).
Scope of Work
The selected artist(s) will be responsible for the following work:
- Prepping the wall space for painting mural
- Outlining and labeling the paint-by-numbers mural
- Helping set up the community mural painting on Saturday, May 31 and assisting community members as they fill in the paint-by-numbers system
- Finishing the mural after the community painting event
- Applying anti-graffiti clear coat to dry mural
- Providing maintenance plan and color palette
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 years or older to apply
- Must demonstrate ability to do the scope of work as described
Rules and terms to Apply:
Artists will be expected to complete the project beginning to end before June 13, 2025. The artist will be required to enter a Professional Services Contract with the City of Las Cruces and will work with a project manager to complete the mural.
To apply, go to the Community Mural Project Form. Deadline has passed.
For questions or more information, contact Public Art at 575/541-2780 or cvasconcellos@lascruces.gov.
