Experience Chehalis is planning a new mural in Chehalis! Through public art we aim to not only beautify our community, but to create the opportunity to experience art in daily life. We are seeking a vibrant and joyful floral/plant-themed mural for artwork at the Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library. The mural will be located on the retaining wall in the library’s drive-thru area (view Item A below). Our ideal mural will not have a library theme, instead being inspired by the big, bold botanicals that make Chehalis, and the Pacific Northwest at large, such a beautiful place to live. Mural dimensions for the wall are approximately 268 ft. W x 63 in. H (height indicated is the highest point of the wall that slopes on both sides.). Artists are welcome to submit a proposal on their own or as a group.
Artists do not need to have previous mural experience but are expected to possess the skills and expertise to create a mural. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the site before submitting an application. Compensation of $3,000 will be provided and muralist will be responsible for all costs associated with the creation of the mural including materials, but excluding paint. Experience Chehalis will provide paint and primer. The timeline to complete the mural will be 4-6 weeks after selected muralist is notified as weather allows.
To be considered for this mural project, please submit the following by June 25, 2024.
- Basic Information. Provide your name, mailing address, phone number and email.
- Artist Profile. Tell us about yourself! Submit a short bio outlining your experience as an artist.
- Detailed drawing of the intended mural design
- Artist Skills and Qualifications. Identify your specific skill set and qualifications that you will utilize to create a mural.
- Artist Reference and Experience. Submit a minimum of three, but no more than five, examples of your prior artwork in PDF or JPEG format. If you have previous experience with murals, please submit examples; otherwise, submit examples of your artwork.
Please submit the information requested to info@experiencechehalis.com by the submission deadline of June 25, 2024. Selected artist will be announced by July 4, 2024.
Thank you for your interest in our mural project, and for your interest in a beautiful, vibrant Chehalis! We look forward to receiving your submission. Please email questions regarding this project to Experience Chehalis at info@experiencechehalis.com.